The One about Fukubukuro 2020 (Lucky or Unlucky Bags?) Part 3
Right after New Year, Japan’s version of Black Friday kicks in as it becomes “Fukubukuro” (Lucky Bag) Time! Each year in Japan, on New Year’s Day (and sometimes a few days before), many partake in Fukubukuro. Fukubukuro is a New Year’s custom in which merchants Read More …
The One about the Pokemon Center Tokyo DX in Nihonbashi
If one is going to visit the Pokemon Cafe, you might as well visit the adjoining Pokemon Center Tokyo DX. I’ve written about the Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo Store in Ikebukuro, but the Pokemon Center Tokyo DX is no doubt a great location for Pokemon Read More …
The One about the Chibello Boar Bristle Hair Brush Set
For the most part, the Chibello Boar Bristle Hair Brush Set is a set featuring a quality hair brush. The hair brush carries natural oils and coats with each strand with sebum which helps repair dry hair and adds shine. It also stimulates the scalp Read More …
The One about Pokémon Cafe in Nihonbashi, Tokyo
When I was in Japan, I waited a few weeks until visiting the Pokemon Cafe (which opened on March 14th) in Nihonbashi, as I expected it to be extremely crowded. Note: There is also a Pokemon Cafe in the Kansai region in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. Located Read More …
The One about the SHASH Boar Bristle Round Brush
SHASH is one of the more well-known brush makers and their brushes have been made in Germany since 1920. Featuring 100% pure boar bristles, the SHASH Boar Bristle Round Brush is great for those who want to add volume and smoother, softer hair. The brush Read More …
The One about the TAETEA 7542 Classic Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake
On my blog, I have traveled the world for coffee, visiting many cafe’s and meeting many people along the way. While that won’t stop, I do want to start incorporating tea reviews on my blog. And this time around, I wanted to try numerous tea Read More …
The One about the Biore Mens charcoal deep cleansing pore strips
I’ve been utilizing Biore pore cleaning strips for a long time, but this is the first time using the Biore men’s skincare charcoal deep cleaning pore strips. The strips unclogs pores to purify the skin and Biore recommends 10-15 minutes around the nose area. The Read More …
The One about Fukubukuro 2020 (Lucky or Unlucky Bags?) Part 2
Here is a second part to the popular Fukubukuro of 2020! Right after New Year, Japan’s version of Black Friday kicks in as it becomes “Fukubukuro” (Lucky Bag) Time! In 2020, it’s rather interesting as some stores requested for people to pre-order fukubukuro back in Read More …
The One about the Lacoste Men’s TR90 Quartz Watch
I am a big fan of LACOSTE, may it be their clothing and cologne. This is my first time having on a LACOSTE fashion watch and like most fashion watches, part of the expense is the brand name. But the LACOSTE TR90 Quartz watch and Read More …
The One about Fukubukuro 2020 (Lucky or Unlucky Bags?) Part 1
The day after New Year, Japan’s version of Black Friday kicks in as it becomes “Fukubukuro” (Lucky Bag) Time! Each year in Japan, on New Year’s Day (and sometimes a few days before), many partake in Fukubukuro. In 2020, it’s rather interesting as some stores Read More …
The One about the “LEGO IDEAS #10: THE BIG BANG THEORY” LEGO set
There are a few instances where LEGO takes on an idea and makes it a retail reality. Such is the case for two TV series in 2015 with the LEGO IDEAS releases of “THE BIG BANG THEORY” and “DR. WHO”. As a fan of the Read More …
The One about Komeda’s Coffee
I’ve written about Moriva Coffee, Jonathan’s, Cafe Gusto and numerous other coffee shops, western style cafes in Japan. But when it comes to large chains throughout Japan, Komeda’s Coffee is one, perhaps the largest? With over 700 coffee shops in Japan, it goes to show Read More …
TRAVEL GUIDE: The One about Kabukicho (Shinjuku, Tokyo). Is it dangerous?
There are a lot of people who have asked me, “Is Kabukicho safe?”, “Is it OK for me to walk around the area?”, “Is it safe, I hear it’s full of yakuza?”, “I heard stories about that place!”, etc. First, let’s establish this. Kabukicho is Read More …
The One about Dot’s Pretzels
I have heard from many friends and also family about Dot’s Pretzels. First, let’s get this out of the way… When it comes to pretzels, hands down Dot’s Pretzels are the best I have tasted and many feel the same! Dot’s Pretzels were created by Read More …
The One about New Year’s Eve 2019 in Shibuya
Are you planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Shibuya Scramble? With the success of stricter security and the ban of public drinking of alcohol on Halloween week in Shibuya, the same enforcement will be taking place on New Year’s Day. The ban on public Read More …
The One about Tipson Moringa Teas and Turmeric/Passion Fruit Tea
I’ve been drinking moringa tea and I have been enjoying the moringa tea from Tipson. Moringa leaves have 7 times more vitamin C than oranges and 15 times more potassium than bananas. And also has calcium, protein, iron and amino acids. But my favorite thus Read More …
The One about Kentucky Fried Chicken Christmas in Japan 2019
In Japan, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is huge! Sure, in America, we have watched the corny KFC commercials of comedians dressed up as Colonel Sanders and we have grown up with the “Finger Lickin’ Good” slogan and the restaurant is more or less a fast Read More …