The One about Superfood Science Ceremonial Matcha Packets
Superfood Science is doing a wonderful service for many of us who have been spoiled by Japanese match by bringing this authentic matcha green tea powder from Kyoto, Japan (a manufacturer making matcha since 1818). As for Ceremonial Grade, It has a fresh, delicate flavor Read More …
The One about Matcha Moments Matcha Green Tea Premium and Ceremonial Grade
I have been using Matcha Moments Matcha Green Tea (Premium Grade) for whenever I want green tea and I also have used it on smoothies. Premium Grade is not quite as sweet as Ceremonial Grade but it does contain all nutrients found in Ceremonial Grade. Read More …
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Tokyo (April 1, 2020)
Effective on April 3, 2020, Japan will bar admission to travelers who have recently visited any country that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has designated “Level 3” for infectious disease concerns, which includes the United States. Travelers from the United States are not permitted to Read More …
The One about the Brita 36478 Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Filter
Brita…I own so much of their products and they have been awesome for the past decade… But I wanted a Brita insulated bottle and everything on paper looks good, that it would work great, until I realized…it’s not exactly leak proof (it is and it Read More …
The One about Pure Leaf 100% Organic Matcha Green Tea Powde
I used Pure Leaf 100% Organic Match Green Tea powder for a match cake I prepared. Sourced from the Kagoshima region of Japan, this matcha powder is culinary grade and the taste of what I wanted was on point with this green tea powder. Anyone Read More …
The One about the Elite Platinum EKT-1789D Electric Programmable Cordless Glass Kettle
I have been wanting an electric programmable glass kettle and have been using the Elite Platinum EKT-1789D Electric Programmable Cordless Glass Kettle over my gas stove/kettle as it’s so much faster. It has five different temperature settings and also a keep warm setting. It has Read More …
The One about the Philips VoiceTracer Audio Recorder with Dragon Speech Recognition Software
I interview a lot of entertainers and having an audio recorder has been very helpful, from college years of using mini-cassettes to having to use my smartphone or digital camera. But I needed an actually audio recorder. I looked at the Philips Voicetracer which has Read More …
The One about the SUNAVO Hot Plate for Cooking
The SUNAVO Hot Plate for cooking is great to use for cooking, especially if you own an RV. I used it the other day to fry some fish and for the most part, it worked very well. Used it on full power and it can Read More …
The One about the SUNAVO Electric Infrared Burner, 1200W Ceramic Glass Hot Plate
The SUNAVO Electric Infrared Burner for cooking is great to use for cooking, especially if you own an RV or need to cook or heat up something. I used it the other day to fry some fish and for the most part, it worked very Read More …
The One about the ELISHACOY TETRAFORCE Cleanser
In South Korea, ElishaCoy is a well-known skincare brand and their TETRAFORCE brand of products feature natural ingredients. It’s also a product that has been dermatologically tested. A product that we have used is their TETRAFORCE CLEANSER which contains the power of nature extracts of Read More …
The One about the Taya Beauty Strengthening and Revitalizing Shampoo and Conditioner
When it comes to shampoos and conditioners formulated to prevent breakage, but also to cleanse, restore and fortify hair, the Taya Inner Core Shampoo and Conditioner is a product worth trying. The shampoo and conditioner is primarily for those who suffer from thin, flimsy and Read More …
The One about the Tame the Beast – Beast Yawp Body Scrub
I have used Tame the Beast products and not long ago, I absolutely love exfoliating body scrub and Beast offers a Volcanic Lava Rock, Green Tea & Peppermint Yawp body scrub. I pretty much use it once or twice a week as part of showering Read More …
The One about the ELISHACOY TETRAFORCE Wash Off Mask
In South Korea, ElishaCoy is a well-known skincare brand and their TETRAFORCE brand of products feature natural ingredients. It’s also a product that has been dermatologically tested. A product that we have used is their TETRAFORCE Wash Off Mask which contains the power of nature Read More …
The One about the ELISHACOY TETRAFORCE Cream
In South Korea, ElishaCoy is a well-known skincare brand and their TETRAFORCE brand of products feature natural ingredients. It’s also a product that has been dermatologically tested. A product that we have used is their TETRAFORCE CREAM which contains the power of nature extracts of Read More …
The One about the THANKYOU FARMER Centella Balancing Star Masks
South Korea is one of the most awesome to purchase cool pop music, clothing, skincare products (and for a lot of women, makeup) and now a lot of the products are now being sold overseas for an inexpensive price. With the THANKYOU FARMER Centella Balancing Read More …
The One about Luxtea Classical Chinese Da Hong Pao Tea
In China, Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) tea is a tea which is grown in the Wuyi Mountains. Of course, not all Da Hong Pao is equal. For one, the highest quality of the tea is one of the world’s most expensive teas. The Read More …
The One about the McCuinfinite Guitar Pick Variety Pack
I have to say that the McCuinfinite Guitar Pick Variety Pack was one of those things that I went for, aside from the picks, it looked like the capo and tuner alone was enough for me to try this set. First the tuner, so easy Read More …
The One about the Seibu Roof Garden in Ikebukuro
In Japan, it’s becoming the norm of having a garden terrace above a highrise or huge shopping complex. In Ikebukuro, near the East Exit is the Seibu Roof Garden on top of the big Seibu shopping complex, right next door to Parco and Ikebukuro Station Read More …
The One about Saying Goodbye to Old Harajuku Station and Saying Hello to the New Harajuku Station
I first discovered you while I was in college (1999). A station that looked different than any other station I saw in Japan and right outside it was the popular Takeshita St. As I took one look to see you, I realize there have been Read More …
The One about Wild Bliss Organics Organic Nettle Tea
I am a big fan of Wild Bliss Organics teas. They are healthy, they are caffeine free and for the most part, each one I have tried, the teas are great. For those not familiar with Wild Bliss, the tea is from herbs from the Read More …
The One about the Wild Bliss Organics Organic Wild Yarrow
I have been drinking various types of loose leaf tea from Wild Bliss Organics Organic Wild Yarrow Tea is one of my favorites. Handpicked from the sub-alpine meadows of the Carpathian mountains, the yarrow tea has a yellowish/green color, but has a spicy, minty taste Read More …
The One about the Wild Bliss Organics Organic Elderflower Tea
Another wonderful tea product from Wild Bliss is their Organic Elderflower Tea. Harvested at the end of May (and not from the Carpathian Mountains like their other teas), I noticed that with this tea, it’s an herbal tea with a fruity, citrus taste. As for Read More …
The One about the PROSTORMER 14-Piece Ratcheting Wrench Set
For those wanting a high-quality ratcheting wrench set, please consider the PROSTORMER 14-piece ratcheting wrench set! These are really nice ratchets made from high quality chrome vanadium steel and are mirror polished. They are not too heavy but you can tell by the overall look Read More …
The One about the Beau Brummell Anti-aging Eye Cream For Men
Beau Brummel is a skincare product for men, founded by brothers Zack and Daniel. Known for their quality skin products, I had a chance to try their Beau Brummell Anti-Aging Eye Cream. The cream is paraben-free and fragrance free, the ingredients includes Squalane which helps Read More …
The One about the Champkey Traction-X Golf Grips
For those who purchased old clubs or have inherited old clubs with worn out golf grips, replacing the grips may seem costly but fortunately Champkey offers their Traction- X Golf Grips for less than $7 for two. These are no doubt soft and you can Read More …