The One about Kagome Yasai Seikatsu 100 Smoothies in Japan
For those who know my morning regiment, it’s either coffee or I blend my own smoothies. But if you are traveling overseas, no access to a blender and are not going to buy days worth of fruits. The next best thing are the Kagome smoothies. Read More …
The One about Completing the Kanto Region Challenge
Hello from Japan. I blogged back in November that my plans were to go to Japan and complete the Kanto Region Challenge. Similar to my 2016 Tokyo Ward Challenge of going to each ward and experiencing the location, this time it’s the Kanto Region which Read More …
The One about Ao no Dokutsu in Yoyogi Park
Greetings from Japan everyone. Sorry it’s been a week or so since I have last posted but I have been out of the hotel early in the morning and back late at night and was not getting accustomed to sleep (averaging only four hours) until Read More …
The One about the Philips Norelco Shaver 9400-S9321/90
For those wanting Norelco quality but at an affordable price, the Philips Norelco Shaver 9400 is the baby brother of the 9700. The 9400 has the V-Track Precision Blades, AquaTec Wet/Dry for those who prefer to shave with a wet or dry face, you get Read More …
The One about Pocari Sweat
Back in 1980, Otsuka Pharmaceutical debuted its sports drink in Japan called “Pocari Sweat”. Promoted as an “Ion Supply Drink” that is non-carbonated and has a hint of grapefruit, the drink is made of water, sugar, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium Read More …
The One about the Fossil Q Commuter Hybrid Smartwatch
I have reviewed several hybrid smartwatches and as a watch enthusiast, I also recommend Fossil for those who are starting out with purchasing of watches, wanting it to be stylish but also are not as willing to spend over a $125 on a watch. But Read More …
The One about Samuel Maoz’ “Lebanon”
Whenever you come across a film that has won a “Golden Lion” at the Venice Film Festival, you tend to watch these films with the highest of expectations. To tell you the truth, I was not too sure of what to expect of “Lebanon”. In Read More …
The One about Gotokuji Station in Setagaya
Back in 1927, Gotokuji Station in Setagaya, Tokyo was created. Designated as station OH 10 and is on the Odakyu Odawara Line, from the station, you can go to Machida, Hon-Atsugi, Odawara, Hakone-Tozan Railway, Hakone-Yumoto, Odakyu Tama Line – Karakida, Odakyu Enoshima Line Fujisawa and Read More …
The One about Denali Toklat II Hiking Boots
Denali is the highest mountain peak in North America and located in Alaska. It is also the name of an independent retail store along with Trailblazer in Southern New England. Stores that cater to outdoor brands such as The North Face, Timberland, Keen, Merrell, Astral, Read More …
The One about the Yamanote Line Challenge
In Tokyo, the Yamanote Line is no doubt the most convenient, most busiest and most important railway loop line. Operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR east), the Yamanote Line was created in 1885 and currently goes to 29 stations. Back in 1872, the railroad Read More …
The One about the Last Vacation of 2017 in Japan
Hi everyone! By the time you read this, I will be arriving in Japan to take part in the next travel challenge. This time around, I will be taking on a few challenges. For those who followed me last year, may recall I took on Read More …
Travel Guide: The One about Japanese Calendar Years for Modern Japan
When I’m in Japan, one of the things that can really stump Japanese is when you ask them what year they were born? What year was the structure or business started? In the US, we are used to going by a year such as: This Read More …
The One about the HI-TEC Eagle Ridge WP Hiking Boots
In 1974, the sportswear company Hi-Tec Sports was founded by Frank Van Wezel in England before relocating to Amsterdam, Netherlands. While his love for squash and tennis would lead to Wezel’s involvement in the sports shoe industry and introducing the first specialist squash shoe, the Read More …
The One about Sangen-jaya Station in Setagaya
When going to Sangen-Jaya Station in Setagaya, Tokyo, one of the things you’ll notice that it’s right at Carrot Tower and it looks quite new from the outside. In truth, Sangen-Jaya Station has been around since March 1907 (Meiji 37) and the rail line was Read More …
The One about the Yamada Yoji Museum in Katsushika Part 2
As I continue to visit the wonderful Yamada Yoji Museum in Katsushika, the main room of the Yamada Yoji museum is where you will find a lot of nostalgic items from his past films. The main room is where you will see many of the Read More …
The One about the Yamada Yoji Museum in Katsushika Part 1
Yamada Yoji is one of the most well-respected filmmakers in Japan. Known for his “Otoko wa Tsurai yo” (a.k.a. “Tora-San”) films, he is also known for directing the “Samurai Trilogy” (“The Twilight Samurai”, “The Hidden Blade” and “Love and Honor”). Yamada has won the Best Read More …
The One about Shibamata Park in Katsushika
In Katsushita is Shibamata Park and unlike other parks which are on flat land, Shibamata Park requires a bit of a climb. Popular during spring time for cherry blossoms, Shibamata Park is right next to the Tora-san Museum. I’ll go more into Tora-san and the Read More …
The One about Otonashi Water Park in Kita
Located on the opposite side of Asukuyama Park and near Oji Station is Otonashi Water Park (Otonashi Shinsui Koen). The park was created to maintain the flow of water from Shakuji River when there is flooding. Created in traditional Edo-style, the park is often visited Read More …
The One about Seki Shrine in Kita
Yesterday, I posted about Oji Shrine in Kita ward. Now, I’m going to post about Seki Shrine and the nearby gingko tree which is a very short walk from Oji Shrine. Seki Shrine (Seki Jinja) is considered a subsidiary shrine and it’s rare shrine dedicated Read More …
The One about Oji Jinja Shrine in Kita
Japan has its fair share of significant Shinto shrines and in Kita Ward, Oji Jinja Shrine may look to small to be anything significant but in truth, it was designed as the northern protector shrine for the “Tokyo Jissha” (Ten Shrines of Tokyo). The shrine Read More …
The One about John Ford’s “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance”
“THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE” is considered one of the greatest Westerns of all time. Directed by longtime and legendary Western director John Ford, the film would bring together two of Hollywood’s top film stars James Stewart and John Wayne. “THE MAN WHO SHOT Read More …
The One about Gindaco Highball Sakaba
For Takoyaki fans, in Japan, you can find a Gindaco Highball Sakaba shop all throughout Japan. As the title indicates, you can drink highball (a mixed alcoholic drink that is composed of an alcoholic base spirit and a larger proportion of a non-alcoholic mixer) and Read More …
The One about Daishimae Station in Adachi
For anyone traveling to Adachi ward, especially to visit Nishiaraidaishi Soji Temple, will no doubt come to or leave from Daishimae Station. Operated by the Tobu Railway, the Tobu Daishi Line platform takes you only to Nishiarai. Opened back in 1931, the station number is Read More …