

The One about Fujiko F. Fujio Museum in Kawasaki Part 1 – How to get Tickets
For “Doraemon” fans, the Fujiko F. Fujio Museum in Kawasaki is a must visit location. For those who are not familiar with “Doraemon”, back in 1969 when Fujiko F. Fujio created the popular manga (comic book) series “Doraemon”. One of the best-selling manga in the Read More …

The One about #AlwaysWithIZONE
For the last two days, I can’t help but want to show my support for the global pop group IZ*ONE who are perhaps having to experience one of the rare, heartbreaking situations to ever happen to an extremely popular pop group. For those who don’t Read More …

The One about the 20th Anniversary of “ROMANTIC INTERLUDE”, the web series – Part 1
It’s hard to believe how time has flown by since “ROMANTIC INTERLUDE” first hit the web, way back in October 1999. Production began way back in September 1999 and was no doubt one of the more memorable things I have done in my life. This Read More …

The One about the Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich vs. the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich
I actually had this blog post on pause. For one, I wanted to see who had the best chicken sandwich between Chick-fil-A vs. Popeyes. Let me first say that it’s all subjective to the person eating it. But having eaten both, here is my personal Read More …

Q&A: The One about Answering Your Questions Part III
It’s time to do another Q&A… A. What do you do to prepare for long walking when you go to Japan? I walk a few miles per day, get my legs ready and my feet. It’s important that if you have shoes and socks you Read More …

The One about the LEGO NINJAGO Castle of the Forsaken Emperor 70678
I have been a collector of LEGO NINJAGO sets since the line was first released. And one of the things that always fascinates me is how LEGO improves their sets overtime. From the awesome (and expensive) LEGO NINJAGO Ninjago City, LEGO NINJAGO City Docks, even Read More …

The One about the Oral-b Genius X Luxe Electric Toothbrush
There are many electric/sonic toothbrushes I have used but nothing comes close to Oral-b’s quality. From power, presentation and all that comes with the product, once you tried an Oral-b electric toothbrush, you won’t want to try any other. And that goes for the Oral-B Read More …

The One about Jonathan’s Coffee & Restaurant (a western style diner) in Japan
For those who are looking for a quick, inexpensive bite to eat at a western style diner, there are a variety of choices in Japan. I discussed Cafe Gusto in a previous post and now I’m going to discuss Jonathan’s Coffee & Restaurant, which is Read More …

The One about the LEGO City Rocket Assembly & Transport 60229
For LEGO fans, when it comes to LEGO CITY releases, you tend to get used to (and become fans of) sets featuring logos such as anything with Octan (typically seen in racing or oil tankers), the LEGO CITY Arctic releases and the LEGO CITY space Read More …

The One about Sumioka Rina’s best album “Sumioka Rina 2012-2019”
The songs that are included on “Sumioka Rina 2012-2019” are meaningful songs that are important in her life and enjoyed by many. And I really enjoyed this album a lot! ARTIST: 住岡梨奈 (Sumioka Rina) ALBUM: 住岡梨奈 2012-2019 LABEL: Tokuma Japan Communications CATALOG #: TKCA-74795 DURATION: Read More …

The One about My Top 3 Christmas Illumination areas to visit in Tokyo in 2019
Ao no Dokutsu right near Yoyogi Park in Shibuya, Tokyo will kick off on November 29th through December 31st. (Free, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.). One of the best Christmas Illumination areas of Japan (all blue, but quite surreal). You can easily reach it via Read More …

The One about the Day After Halloween in Tokyo, Christmas time begins!
It’s an interesting sight to see in Tokyo, as not long after Halloween is over, Tokyo starts to go in Christmas mode for the next two months. As Halloween has become a big sales boom with people buying costumes, candy, cakes, etc. Now it goes Read More …

The One about Halloween in Shibuya 2019 (Live Stream)!
For the past six years, Halloween has become a phenomenon in Japan and Halloween night in Shibuya has attracted travelers from all over the world. Due to the growth, the ward has taken precautions but hopefully in 2019, there are no major issues tonight. And Read More …

The One about My Interview with Giant Robot’s Eric Nakamura (1998)
Long ago, before I attended college, one of the magazines that I enjoyed reading was “Giant Robot”. What I loved about the magazine is how they covered Asian American culture, but also what was happening with Asia in terms of pop culture and more! I Read More …

The One about the Namco Museum My Arcade Mini Player 10 Inch Arcade Machine
When it comes to mini-arcade machines, My Arcade is one of the well known makers. And as a guy who grew up on arcade games of yesteryear, the Namco Museum Mini Arcade Machine is no doubt one of those machines that made my day. The Read More …

The One about the ROCCAT KAIN 200 Aimo RGB Gaming Mouse
When it comes to gaming mouse, ROCCAT has made very good gaming mice to suit a variety of gamers. Designed in Germany, May it be MMO Gamers (Nyth, with a laser sensor), Customizing Gamers (Kone AIMO) or for those who want something in between with Read More …

The One about 551 Horai – Part 2
Last year, I wrote about 551 Horai as mainly as a warning of not to eat it in the Shinkansen. And while I wrote about the experience, I wanted to write more about the actual food. Located in Kyoto and Osaka is 551 Horai, a Read More …