The One about the Official Chunichi Dragons Nagoya Site Goods Shop
In my effort to visit every NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball) stadium and official team store, I headed to Nagoya prefecture to visit Nagoya Dome and the official Chunichi Dragons team store (or Chunichi Dragons Nagoya Site Good Shop). For those not familiar with the Chunichi Read More …
The One about TOKYO FM 80.0 MHz and Yelp’s “REAL TOKYO” Podcast
One of my favorite podcasts to listen to when I’m on a commute is TOKYO FM 80.0 MHz and Yelp’s “REAL TOKYO” podcast. An English podcast about cool areas to visit and dine at in Tokyo, the podcast is hosted by Rana and Yelp Elite Read More …
The One about Josef von Sternberg’s “The Blue Angel”
Today’s cinema blog post goes to “Der Blaue Angel” (The Blue Angel) directed by Josef von Sternberg and starring Emil Jannings and Marlene Dietrich. A film I am currently reviewing. “The Blue Angel” is a fantastic pre-code film in which filmmaker Josef von Sternberg combines Read More …
The One about Yoyogi Park, Pt. 1
Located in Shibuya and not far from the Meiji Shrine and Harajuku Station is Yoyogi Park. What was the site for the first successful aircraft flight in Japan by Captain Yoshitoshi Tokugawa in 2010 and later turned into an army parade ground, the site would Read More …
The One about Engineerable’s LensShifter Focus and Zoom
Back in 2012, Engineerable launched FocusShifter, a follow focus for DSLR cameras and an improved design with counterbalance in 2013. The group unveiled their latest DSLR-related project known as the LensShifter which they put up on Kickstarter which they designed, prototyped and manufactured. The LensShifter Read More …
The One about My New York Yankees Shrine, Part 1
When it comes to sports, if there was one team I show my strong affinity of fandom, it would be the New York Yankees. My home office is literally displaying my love for the New York Yankees. Was I always a New York Yankees fan Read More …
The One about Wayne Graczyk’s “Japan Pro Baseball Fan Handbook & Media Guide”
As a big fan of Japanese pro baseball (NPB – Nippon Professional Baseball), I’m often asked how one can get into Japanese baseball. And most importantly, something they can follow because they can’t read or speak Japanese. I always recommend connecting with fans on the Read More …
The One about Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto
One of many beautiful locations to visit in Kyoto is the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove which is 10 minutes away from Saga Arashiyma Station (the JR Sagano Line). Definitely recommended for people who have time to explore (especially since the Tenryu-ji Temple and Iwatayama Monkey Park Read More …
The One about Denis Villeneuve’s “Incendies”
“Incendies” is one of those films that stays in your head for quite awhile. Powerful, moving, shocking… I have to admit that it gave me that “WOW!” feeling that a film such as “The Shawshank Redemption” gave be back in 1994, unpredictable climax and a Read More …
The One about Nagoya Station
Since 1886, Nagoya Station has been in operation. One of the world’s largest train stations that was bombed during World War II and then rebuilt to now feature two JR Central Towers (and happens to be the headquarters of the Central Japan Railway Company – Read More …
The One about Rosetta Stone’s Premium Edition with Live Tutoring
[NOTE: I am using Rosetta Stone Premium Edition with Live Tutoring for Learning Japanese] Trying out the Rosetta Stone’s Premium Edition with Live Tutoring. I figured why not give it a try with Japanese (note: despite minoring in Japanese in college, I took many steps Read More …
The One about the Dremel VC60-01 Velocity 7.0 Amp Hyper-Oscillating Ultimate Remodeling Tool Kit
When it comes to versatile tools that one should have in their home, the dremel is one of those useful tools to own. And the Dremel VC60-01 Velocity 7.0 Amp Hyper-Oscillating Ultimate Remodeling Tool Kit is incredible! I. WHAT’S IN THE BOX! First, you along Read More …
The One about the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay M5 True360 Multiroom Speaker
From Danish consumer electronics company, Bang & Olufsen (B&O) comes their Bang & Olufsen Beoplay M5 True360 Multiroom Speaker. I absolutely love the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Wireless H4 headphones and wanting 360 sound in my home office, I couldn’t wait to try out the Read More …
The One About My Organic Vegetable Garden (60 Days Later)
Having grown them in small containers back in January and having them grow through January and February under grow lights, a few I started transplanting at the end of February and the majority in March. On day 36, I started to transplant more vegetables as Read More …
The One about SKE48 Cafe & Shop with AKB48 in Nagoya
Back in 2015, I wrote about my experience at AKB48 Cafe & Shop in Akihabara. For those not familiar with AKB48, AKB48 is an idol group that began in Akihabara is one of the most successful idol pop groups in Japan. Since 2012, nearly every Read More …
The One about the Cobra 2017 Pro Tour Golf Hat
As a person who enjoys golfing, wearing a hat and using sunscreen are part of my routine for protection from the UV rays. The Cobra Golf 2017 PRO TOUR hat is a flex fit hat that is not too tight, nor does it feel like Read More …
The One about Sakanaya Oasis 21 in Nagoya
For those who happen to be visiting the Oasis 21 shopping district in Nagoya, and are craving seafood, will want to check out Sakanaya Oasis 21. I went with my friend Hiroshi to check out the place and we never heard of the place before Read More …
The One about Shibamata Taishakuten in Katsushika
Located in Katsushika, Tokyo, Japan is Shibamata Taishakuten, which was founded back in 1629. While Katsushika is known for Tora-san, not far from Shibamata Station, Shibamata Taishakuten is a Buddhist Temple that will catch your attention and really sticks out because of its wooden appearance Read More …
The One about My Comic Book Journey
For those who know me well, they know I read a lot. It has always been that way, as a child and as an adult, I can easily say that I read more books that I watch television. And while my library consists of many Read More …
The One about Luchino Visconti’s “Gruppo Di Famiglia In Un Interno”
“Gruppo Di Famiglia In Un Interno” is a film that has always hit me in so many levels. As I appreciate its humorous take on high society, it’s almost dreamlike surreal situations that often take place, I enjoy how the film was cleverly written and Read More …