The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 3 – What to do at Kiyotaki Station
The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 2 – On the Way to Kiyotaki Station The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 1 – Arriving at Takaosanguchi Station For part 3, we look at what to do at Kiyotaki Station, a station Read More …
The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 2 – On the Way to Kiyotaki Station
The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 1 – Arriving at Takaosanguchi Station After leaving Takaosanguchi Station, now it’s time to walk to Kiyotaki Station. The eight minute walk is rather interesting because the path to the station is filled with souvenir shops and Read More …
The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 1 – Arriving at Takaosanguchi Station
The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 10 (Final): Okunoin Fudo-do Hall, Fuji-Sengen-sha Shrine and the Top of Mount Takao The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part 9: Yakuou-in Daishi-do Hall and Izuna Gongen-do Hall The One about Mount Takao in Hachioji Part Read More …
The One about Cauliflower with Cheese and Butter Sauce
What’s this? Two blog posts on one day? I typically try to fit in a review of a travel item or recipe and I know it’s been a long while since I have posted a recipe. So, I decided one day to try to come Read More …
The One about My Classic Hollywood Photos 002: “Wizard of Oz” (1939), Marlene Dietrich promo photo for “Kismet” (1944), “Pennies from Heaven” (1936) Bing Crosby and Edith Fellows with “Our Gang” kids
It’s Sunday and that means it’s time for “Classic Hollywood Photos”. When I was 19-years-old, I purchased and acquired hundreds of classic Hollywood photos from a retailer who wanted to pass his photo collection before he passed. For several decades, friends and classic cinema fans Read More …
The One about Yamashita Tatsuro – Melodies (June 1983)
“Melodies” is a classic album from Yamashita Tatsuro that still is on my playlist to this day! ARTIST: Yamashita Tatsuro (山下達郎) TITLE: Melodies LABEL: Alpha Moon Inc./Moon Records CATALOG #: 32XM-27 DURATION: 41 Minutes RELEASE DATE: June 8, 1983 1. 悲しみのJODY (She Was Crying) 2. Read More …
The One about SWITCH COFFEE TOKYO in Meguro
Located in Meguro is a roastery and coffee stand known as SWITCH COFFEE TOKYO, owned and operated by Onishi Masahiro . Back in 2010, Onishi who was a barista at the time and like many who were into latte art, Onishi was obsessed and took Read More …
The One about My Travel Flashback 1999 – Taipei, Taiwan
Back in January 1999, I was a college student who wanted to explore the world. With my final year in college, before classes would begin in late January, a few days after the New Year, I traveled to Taipei, Taiwan. While I didn’t stay that Read More …
The One about Fukuya Kuzuryuumochi in Hakone
For those who have traveled throughout Japan, one of the things you start to notice is that certain areas have their own dish and sweets that they proudly display. In Japan, specifically in the Kanagawa prefecture, is the town of Hakone. And it is one Read More …
Travel Guide: The One about Making the Decision of a Window Seat or Aisle Seat?
I’m often asked what seat I would recommend on an airplane flight, window seat or aisle seat? There are a few things I look for on a flight, if it’s a domestic, short flight, I don’t mind the aisle seat. If I’m on an international Read More …
Travel Guide: The One about What to Buy for Mosquito Repellent and Anti-Itch Medication for Mosquito Bites in Japan
Japan is a beautiful country and when it gets warmer, while visiting the parks are enjoyable, some areas that have a lot of water will attract mosquitoes. And parks like Yoyogi Park at one time, had problems with mosquitoes that carried the dengue virus. While Read More …
The One about Pismo’s Coastal Grill in Fresno, California
I have heard about the Fansler Restaurant Group’s seafood restaurant, Pismo’s Coastal Grill in Fresno, California. Fansler Restaurant Group also operates the popular steakhouse, Yosemite Ranch and Westwoods BBQ & Spice Co. and having heard a lot of compliments about Pismo’s Coastal Grill, I figured Read More …
The One about My Classic Hollywood Photos 001: Billie “Buckwheat” Thomas, Laurel & Hardy, Carole Lombard and Clark Gable
When I was 19-years-old, I purchased and acquired hundreds of classic Hollywood photos from a retailer who wanted to pass his photo collection before he passed. For several decades, friends and classic cinema fans have asked me to share my collection and I decided for Read More …
The One about TSURINAN showing the the secrets to catching Japanese whiting?
Fishing Channel “TSURINAN” is one of the long running fishing YouTube channels. YouTubing for over seven years and has over 84,300 subscribers, TSURINAN is great for teaching lessons to beginners. Check out their latest video “[Big Catch] What are the secrets to catching Japanese whiting? Read More …
The One about the Plantronics BackBeat GO 600 Noise-Isolating Headphones
I have been using the Plantronics BackBeat GO 600 Noise-Isolating Headphones for almost two months now and I have been able to find out the positives and negatives of these headphones. First, let’s begin with the positives. Plantronics is a well-known brand for creating headsets Read More …
The One about MATSUNOSUKE N.Y. at Hillside Terrace in Daikanyama
Located in southwest Shibuya is the town known as Daikanyama. The location is known for its elegance, may it be boutiques, cake shops, restaurants and cafes, but it was a town redeveloped after the end of the bubble economy. While the origin of Daikanyma is Read More …
The One about the Four Seasons of Edo @ Sunshine City in Ikebukuro by Kataoka Tamako
For those visiting the Sunshine City shopping center in Ikebukuro may come upon this large artwork titled “The One about the Four Seasons of Edo” by Kataoka Tamako (1905-2008). The ceramic artwork was created back in 1978 for the opening of Sunshine City and was Read More …
The One about the Minerva Sculpture at the Matsuoka Museum of Art in Meguro
One of my favorite sculptures at the Matsuoka Museum of Art in Meguro is “Minerva”. The statue is made of gilt marble and created back in the Hellenestic period (ca. 100 B.C.) and was excavated from the suburbs of Rome. Minerva was the Roman goddess Read More …
The One about Dotonbori Takohachi Sohonten in Osaka
Back in 1979, Takohachi opened in Osaka. It is said that the popular Japanese snack known as Takoyaki, was born in Osaka back in the early Showa era. While there are many opinions in regards to the roots of takoyaki, people feel the origin of Read More …
The One about the Cressi Matrix Premium Scuba Snorkel Dive Mask
When it comes to dive masks, Cressi made in Italy, are one of the best makers of dive masks. The Cressi Matrix dive mask features twin tear-drop tempered glass lenses that go downward closer to the eyes and allows for downward visibility, a double-edged silicone Read More …