The One about teamLab Borderless – Part 5 (The balloons)
Similar to teamLab Planets is a big balloon/ball section. Granted, the one at Borderless is even bigger. One of the biggest difference is the pathways, there is a lot of open space, whereas Planets feels you only have so much space to navigate between each Read More …
The One about teamLab Borderless – Part 4 (The Water Lilies)
There is no doubt that teamLab’s Digital Art Museum, Borderless in Odaiba is visually impressive. And the Water Lillies portion is quite fascinating to see. Similar to other area, there are people who manage to use the water lillies for creative photos: View this Read More …
The One about teamLab Borderless – Part 3 (The Lanterns)
There is no doubt that the most popular area of teamLab Borderless is the lanterns. It’s a beautiful sight but you only have two minutes inside. Granted, you can go in line as many times you want, but you’ll notice many people who do go Read More …
The One about teamLab Borderless – Part 2 (Once you are inside…)
After you are successfully able to scan your QR code, you are then led to a room full of people, but before you go inside and enjoy the digital art museum, the first step at teamLab Borderless is to leave your bags in a locker. Read More …
The One about teamLab Borderless – Part 1 (Tickets, Waiting in Line and the Rules)
In Japan and also in other countries, one can find a modern art museum from teamLab. In Tokyo, I reviewed their digital art museum teamLab Planets in Toyosu (not far from the new Toyosu Fish Market), and now I am going to review their much Read More …
The One about the Thule Subterra Boarding Bag
When it comes to luggage, backpacks or bags in general, I’ve owned and reviewed Thule products numerous times in the past to know that the company makes quality bags. This time around, I am reviewing the Thule Subterra Boarding Bag, a bag which is perfect Read More …
The One about Aape by A Bathing Ape in Shibuya
I’ve written about the BAPE (A Bathing Ape) store in Ura-Harajuku. For those not familiar with BAPE, back in 1993, Tomoaki “NIGO” Nagao founded A Bathing Ape (BAPE) in Ura-Harajuku. With nearly two dozen stores in Japan which include BAPE, BAPE Pirate, BAPE Kids, BAPexclusive Read More …
The One about Hiroshima Okonomiyaki
I absolutely love okonomiyaki. For those who are not familiar with the Japanese dish, many call it a Japanese pancake or Japanese pizza, but I wouldn’t call it either. Okonomiyaki is wheat-flour-based batter (made from grated nagaimo, dashi, eggs and shredded cabbage and its typically Read More …
The One about the RuoShui Digital Multimeter Auto Ranging Clamp Meter
As a person who utilizes multimeters, I wanted to try one that had a clamp. So, I am reviewing the RuoShui Digital Multimeter Auto Ranging Clamp Meter. The main key features for this device are: – Comes with a zipped cased. – Comes with two Read More …
The One about the KAIWEETS Digital Multimeter with Case (KM-100)
Checking out the inexpensive KAIWEETS Digital Multimeter (KM-100) with Case. The main key features for this device are: – Comes with a zipped cased. – Comes with a battery (Note: You must unscrew the back panel to install the battery) – Has a kickstand that Read More …
The One about Zuishinmon at Enoshima Island part 2
Once you pass the torii, you have three choices, go left, go straight up past the Enoshima Shrine Gatehouse (a.k.a. Zuishinmon) or go right. If you go left, you will see Kodama Shrine, if you go right, it’s a shortcut to Iwaya. But for now, Read More …
The One about Zuishinmon at Enoshima Island part 1
For anyone visiting Enoshima Island, one of the cool sites to see is the Zuishinmon. While walking through the Benzaiten Nakamise Street (a busy street filled with restaurants, inns and shops), it will lead you to an area known as Monzen-machi (Temple Town). And Read More …
The One about Yamashita Tatsuro’s new single “RECIPE”
Yamashita Tatsuro released his 52nd single “RECIPE”, the theme song to the Kimura Takuya drama “GRAND MAISON TOKYO”. The last time a Yamashita Tatsuro song appeared on a KimuTaku drama was back in 2003 with Yamashita’s “RIDE ON TIME” used as the ending theme for Read More …
The One about Andrei Tarkovsky’s “The Sacrifice”
“The Sacrifice” is the final film from a great filmmaker. And while it may not be Andrei Tarkovsky’s most accessible film for the masses, it’s truly one of his finest films ever created and is indeed another masterpiece in his oeuvre. A must-buy for the Read More …
The One about Brian De Palma’s “Scarface” (1983)
“Scarface – “The World is Yours” Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD” is a five star release. Highly recommended and for cineaste, this is a must-buy! Click here to purchase this film on Amazon If there was a film that received so much notoriety before release Read More …
The One about the Michelin One Star Rated Instant Ramen at 7-Eleven Japan
In Japan, there are numerous ramen restaurants that have received a Michelin Guide star rating. And at 7-Eleven Japan stores, 7 and I Holdings released a premium Michele Star rated instant ramen ala processed. It’s important to emphasize, the Michelin star is not the product Read More …
The One about Robot Restaurant in 2019 and the key differences compared to 2015!
Back in 2015, I went to my first Robot Restaurant show in Kabukicho, located in Shinjuku ward, Tokyo. I had a great time and wrote an extensive review of Robot Restaurant here. But has anything changed since 2015? For one, it’s much crowded than before, Read More …