JAPAN EARTHQUAKE: For those who are traveling in the Kumamoto Prefecture and are in need of help
For those who were traveling in southern Japan which were were rocked by two devastating earthquakes and continued aftershocks, and happen to be in the Kumamoto area, please visit the Kumamoto City International Center. The center is offering shelter for non-Japanese residents and they also Read More …
The One about the Portrait of Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet, 1879 by Jean-Jacques Henner
When I visit LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), I’m often drawn to the oil on canvas painting of the “Portrait of Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet, 1879” by Jean-Jacques Henner. Henner is a French painter who was known for using sfumato (one of the four Read More …
The One about La Brea Tar Pits & Museum (Hancock Park in Los Angeles)
Located in Los Angeles is Hancock Park, best known for one of its popular tourist attraction, La Brea Tar Pits & Museum. For tens of thousands of years, natural asphalt has seeped from the ground and for centuries, the bones of animals that were trapped Read More …
The One about Paris Baguette in Los Angeles (Koreatown)
As I had to pick up some ingredients which I can only find at H Mart in Koreatown’s Madang Plaza Shopping Mall in Los Angeles, I stopped by Paris Baguette Cafe. Despite it’s name, the bakery chain is actually based in South Korea and owned Read More …
The One about Sul & Beans in Los Angeles (Koreatown)
While Korean desserts can be found at most Korean restaurants, for those who are passionate about red beans from Korea will enjoy the restaurant, Sul & Beans Korean Bingsoo Cafe. For those who never experienced patbingsu (red beans with ice), you can find Korean shaved Read More …
The One about Iota Brew Cafe in Los Angeles (Koreatown)
It was a rainy weekend in Los Angeles, but each time I’m visiting Koreatown, I always try to check out the various Korean coffee shops in the area. I always look for atmosphere but also it’s showcase of Korean pop culture and there is one Read More …
The One about Mr. Pizza in Los Angeles (Koreatown)
In South Korea, Mr. Pizza is a popular and also the country’s #1 pizza brand in terms of franchisees and sales. Created back in 1990, with hundreds of outlets in Korea, over two dozen in China, under a handful in the U.S. and Vietnam. With Read More …
The One about the Pinemeadow Golf PGX SL Putter
I have used a good number of putters in my lifetime and I have used mallet putters in the past and I have had good experiences with them. But I have moved away and started using my Ping putter for the last decade. I recently Read More …
The One about Wong Kar-Wai’s “Chungking Express”
I really love this film. “CHUNGKING EXPRESS” is the ultimate pop art film that won a lot hearts when it was first released and continues to this day. And not only has the film jumpstarted the film careers of Wong Kar-wai, Christopher Doyle, Takeshi Kaneshiro Read More …
The One about Sunsets and Sunrise
Watching the sunset at Newport Beach. Whenever I travel and stay near an ocean, primarily during the summertime, it’s always a must for me to see a sunrise or sunset. There is something magical about watching the sunrise and sunset and the change of colors, Read More …
The One about Silent Film Night at the Fox Theatre (Hanford)
Back in the 1920’s, the Fox Film Corporation owned by William Fox would build their large chain of movie theaters across the United States known as “Fox Theatres”. Using architecture inspired by Asian, Indian, Persian and Moorish influences, these theaters continue to be entertainment spots, Read More …
The One about Why I Travel
Many people ask of why I travel, how I am able to travel and the truth is that, traveling is something I need to do for myself. A short escape from life’s challenges, a chance to learn about other cultures than the one that you Read More …
The One about the Santa Cruz Surf Museum
If you are a surfer and heading to Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum should be on your bucket list. Located inside the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse (named in memorial of surfer Mark Abbott who died while surfing at the nearby Pleasure Point surf Read More …
The One about the Surf Sculpture in Santa Cruz
Some ways way before you reach the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse (where the Santa Cruz Surf Museum is located), you can visit the Santa Cruz Surf Sculpture not far from Steamers Lane where top surfers go to catch waves, represents the surfing spirit known throughout Read More …
The One about Fashion and Jeanist
From L-R: Mai Honda, Emiri Konoe and Maki Shima. Photo by Dennis A. Amith, J!-ENT Originally featured in the J!-ENT 2015 Annual (December 2015 issue) Best Jeanist. The prestigious fashion award presented by the Japan Jeans Association to those who wear their jeans the best Read More …
The One about the Craftsman Articulating Hammerhead Autohammer with Articulating Head
As I try to teach myself on how to build things (something I once did way back in high school), I find myself trying various tools. When it comes to hammering nails, I’ll be up front to say that I’m not the most perfect at Read More …
The One about the Saris SUPERBones 3 Bike Rack
For those looking for a durable cycle rack that can be used on a variety of cars but also for those want a bit of security included, one will want to take a look at Saris’ “SUPERBones 3” Bike Trunk Rack. For the most part, Read More …
The One about the Sansui 7070 (Classic Technology)
I can remember the day my father bought his new AM/FM Stereo Receiver, the Sansui 7070. I knew nothing about technology but I did know from the look of it, this stereo receiver was beyond awesome! And it was probably one of the first major Read More …
The One about Sushi Dai in Tsukiji
You probably have read about it. You probably have heard about it. Sushi Dai is the must-go place in Tokyo if you are a fan of sushi! Granted, Sushi Dai has received the love for those who love to eat sushi early in the morning Read More …
The One about Ube Ice Cream and Cake
If there was one thing I enjoyed eating as a child, it was ube ice cream and ube cake. While I have been focused on healthy eating, recently for my grandmother’s 90th surprise birthday party, ube ice cream (Magnolia’s ube ice cream is delish!), cake Read More …
The One about the Golden Turd or Flame in Sumida Tokyo (@ Asahi Beer Hall)
One of the most unique structures in Sumida, Tokyo is the Asahi Beer Hall (Super Dry Hall). One of the building of the Asahi Breweries Headquarters, many will see what many call “Kin no Unko” (“The Golden Poo” or others like to say, “The Golden Read More …
The One about the Zircon StudSensor HD70 Stud Finder
Having read the Amazon reviews for the Zircon StudSensor HD70, I figured it would be a good tests for me to check the unit out as one, I needed to upgrade and get a new Stud Finder and two, one that was under $30 but Read More …
The One about LACOSTE Energized Edition (EAU DE LACOST L.12.12. ENERGIZED) Eau De Toilette Pour Homme
I have discussed my bias towards LACOSTE clothing. For the longest time, I have been a fan of the French clothing company which was originally founded back in 1933. Best known as the company that was created by tennis player Jean Rene Lacoste a.k.a. “the Read More …