The One about Pe’z Magic in Roppongi
For those who are looking for a burger place or a place to eat right next to the National Art Center – Tokyo, one might want to give Pe’z Magic Organic Hamburgers & Sandwiches. Popular for their catering services of hamburgers and sandwiches, they have Read More …
The One about the “Exhibition of Shinkai Makoto” at the National Art Center – Tokyo in Roppongi
With the announcement of Shinkai Makoto’s upcoming 2019 animated film “Tenki no Ko” (Weathering With You), I figured why not blog about the “Exhibition of Shinkai Makoto” which I attended in Roppongi at the National Art Center – Tokyo. Just the mere mention of Shinkai’s Read More …
The One about Kotoku-in in Kamakura Part 4 (Final)
As I was able to explore Kotoku-in and after having this location on my bucket list, it was nice to finally say that I’ve finally visited. Sometimes certain locations gets pushed away due to time, weather or changes in decisions. It was great to see Read More …
The One about Kotoku-in in Kamakura Part 3
The next thing we are going to take a look at for Kotoku-in is the interior of the Great Buddha. To the left of the bronze sculpture is where one can pay and go inside it. And it’s fairly inexpensive, if I recall, the price Read More …
The One about Kotoku-in in Kamakura Part 2
For the second part of Kotoku-in in Kamakura, we will take a look at the actual statue of the renown Great Buddha (Daibutsu) bronze statue of Amida Buddha. Looking at the area and seeing how much has changed over a hundred years later since the Read More …
The One about Kotoku-in in Kamakura Part 1
Located in the city of Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture is the renown Great Buddha (Daibutsu) bronze statue of Amida Buddha. The Jodo-shu Buddhist temple is known as Taiizan Kotokuin Shojosenji (“Kotoku-in” for short) brings in travelers all over the world. The bronze version was created Read More …
The One about Dennis A. Amith’s Random Musings Travel Vlog #35
There is something magical about going to Japan around the Christmas time. Although Christmas in Japan is seen much differently than in the United States and other countries, who celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ or a holiday as gift giving to family and friends. Read More …
The One about Cafe Restaurant Gusto in Japan
In America, there are numerous diners that people flock to for breakfast or late night meals, may it be Denny’s, iHop, Sizzler, etc. or even local diners, in Japan, a family restaurant that is well-known for its western-style cuisine is Cafe Restaurant Gusto. Operated by Read More …
The One about VenusFort in Odaiba
Located in Odaiba in the Pallette Town area is a shopping mall known as VenusFort. The mall has been called a “Theme park for women” and the mall is operated now by Mori Bulding. VenusFort opened back on August 25, 1999 and is located on Read More …
The One about KOFFEE MAMEYA in Jingumae, Shibuya
From Eiichi Kunitomo, known for his famous OMOTESANDO KOFFEE (which closed down in 2015, due to building being demolished), has two popular coffee shops in Tokyo. KOFFEE MAMEYA is considered the reincarnation of OMOTESANDO KOFFEE, while TORANOMON KOFFEE (which opened back in 2014) located in Read More …
The One about the Michel Germain Sexual Noir Pour Homme 3-Piece Gift Set
I have to first preface that I have been using primarily Versacci, Prada, Armani, Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein cologne for most of my life. Rarely do I experiment with other brands but I have with a few such as Yves Saint Lauren L’Homme, LACOSTE Read More …
The One about J-World Tokyo closing on February 17, 2019
I have to say that I was quite surprised by Bandai Namco’s announcement that J-World Tokyo in Ikebukuro will be closing down on February 17th. Beginning on December 21st through February 17th, J-World Tokyo will be hosting it’s “Grand Finale Event”. I covered my visit Read More …
The One about Yamashita Tatsuro – OPUS ~ALL TIME BEST 1975-2012~ (September 2012)
You get 55 tracks in this magnificent best album. This may be the final Yamashita Tatsuro produced best album on CD and he no doubt wanted it to be special. And it’s a special best album featuring hit songs and also unreleased songs from 1975-2012 Read More …
The One about ONE OK ROCK’s “Stand Out Fit In” and why it made me shed some tears…
I just happened to have my YouTube running, while I was working on one of my websites and I heard this song which caught my attention. It happened to be ONE OK ROCK’s “Stand Out Fit In” but when I watched the music video from Read More …
Travel Guide: The One About Taking Photos of People or Inside Stores in Japan
A question that I am often asked is my approach to taking photos of people or inside stores in Japan. One thing that I can say is that one should always ask permission if I get a portrait or if I am inside a store. Read More …
The One about the Octopus Christmas Decoration at Katsuta Station in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki
Right outside Katsuta Station, near the bus stops, I discovered a Christmas decoration I’ve never seen anywhere else before. Seeing a Christmas tree next to a station is common, but in this case, we have a Christmas tree via lights and an octopus made with Read More …
The One about Katsuta Station in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki
For those who are traveling to Ibaraki from Tokyo will no doubt be taking the Joban Line from Ueno Station to Katsuta Station in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki. The station (which is operated by East Japan Railway Company – JR East) first opened back in March 1910 Read More …