The One about the Targus Voyager II Backpack
When it comes to backpacks to carry your laptop, the Targus Voyager II Backpack offers you the protection but also has an isolate pouch for those who want to keep their food in Tupperware warm or cold. The case will allow for a 17″ laptop Read More …
The One about Eikaninsaru Temple in Minato
If you are on your way to Atago Shrine or even the NHK Museum of Broadcasting, nearby is a Buddhist Temple known as Eikaninsaru Temple. Actually, you’ll find numerous shrines and temples throughout the area but it’s best to use Google Maps because it’s around Read More …
TRAVEL GUIDE: The One about ANA Mileage Club
Are you a frequent flier who often takes flights on Air Nippon Airways (ANN)? I would definitely take advantage of the ANA MILEAGE CLUB when flying to destinations around the world. Earn miles and get award tickets not only for ANA Group-operated flights but also Read More …
The One about Ryuzoji in Nikko
Halfway between the Heritage sites of Nikko and the stations is a Buddhist Temple called Ryuzoji. And the temple is of the Tendai sect Shuunsan Masamiin Ryuzo. This temple originated from Nikko mountains back in 1625 and was moved to the current area. The temple Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 7 (Final) – Toshogu
We have now arrived to Nikko Toshogu Shrine,T the most famous shrine of the World Heritages in Nikko which enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo bakufu (shogunate). Most of the shrine was renovated by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun, in the Great Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 6 – Before reaching Toshogu
As we come closer to reaching Toshogu, the area around it also has a lot of history. To the right of the torii is the Kamijinko and supposedly this is where a lot of the samurai outfits are kept for when the area has their Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 5 – Ichi no Tori, Toshogu Gojunoto, Omotemon and Shimojinko
After leaving the Rinnoji Temple area, its time to move on north to head to the Nikko Toshogu area and it’s important to note that this area is actually quite large, especially with the huge trees around, it’s best to stay around the main path Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 4 – Nikkozan Rinnoji Temple/Rinnoji Temple
The first major area I’m going to spend some time discussing is Rinnoji Temple because it’s an area where a lot of renovations are taking place. According to the Nikko website: The history of the Nikkosan Rinno-Ji Temple started 1200 years ago, when Shodo Shonin Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 3 – Entering Nikko National Park and the statue of Shodo Shonin
It’s now time to go enter Nikko National Park and see the temples around the area. Because the area is spread out, let’s take a look at the map: As you enter the area, you will see the red locator mark of where you are Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 2 – Nikkoshikyodo Center and area around Shinkyo Bridge
As I continue with my coverage of Nikko, it’s time to make my way to Nikko National Park. At first, I want to extend my gratitude to the locals of Nikko, as one of the things I like to do is get lost in a Read More …
The One about Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture Part 1 – Nikko Station and the surrounding area
Located in the town of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is Nikko National Park, a park famous for its beautiful Toshogu Shrine (built in the 1600s) and the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu (who founded the Tokugawa shogunate). And the ancient Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are Read More …
The One about BEAMS AT HOME 4 and TOKYO CULTuART by BEAMS in Shibuya
When it comes to books on Japanese approach on designing their homes, some very small to some very big, there’s one thing that I really appreciate and that is how many are able to fit and organize their livelihood in such a small space, especially Read More …
The One about Dennis A. Amith’s Random Musings Travel Vlog #36
Greetings everyone, A busy day today but I do have a new Travel Vlog of my Random Musings episode #36. Featuring unused travel footage. Here you go!
The One about Pork Chop Hill Buffet in Lemoore, California
Lemoore, California may be known for the location of Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch, the naval air base and a place where Journey vocalist Steve Perry lived at one time but it’s also the home of the Tachi Palace & Casino. While I don’t gamble, I Read More …
The One about IZ*ONE’s “Suki to Iwasetai” Type A & B Singles
On February 6th, global pop group IZ*ONE released their debut Japanese single “Suki to Iwasetai” (I want to say I Like You). IZ*ONE (pronounced as “Eyez One”/IZ=12 and the meaning is 12 members coming together as ONE). The group features Jang Wonyoung, Miyawaki Sakura, Jo Read More …
The One about West Ikebukuro Part 1 – PASELA RESORTS, IKEBUKURO ROYAL HOTEL, Sanuki Udon HANAMARU, RINGER HUT, Saikatei
Ikebukuro is an interesting district in Toshima ward. Misunderstood by people due to its past, similar to ’70s New York, what people hear of the past, think a location is the same in the present. East Ikebukuro (Higashi-Ikebukuro) is where people go to shop and Read More …
The One about the “Relief of a King” sandstone from the 18th Dynasty, Egypt
A lot of the ancient artifacts from ancient Egyptian structure and art were made of stone. Limestone, Sandstone and different types of other stone, Egyptians at the time used what was available to them. Among the ones featured at the Matsuoka Museum of Art in Read More …