The One about Kaisendon Marukita in Tsukiji
As I went to Tsukiji (Tsukiji Fish Market, the place for fresh fish and best sushi restaurants) early in the morning to get into the world renown Sushi Dai, by the time I got there, it was 5:55 and the lines were already pretty long Read More …
The One about the Toshiba Satellite C55t-C5239 Laptop
Having purchased Toshiba Satellite laptops since 2000, they have been my goto budget-based laptop and they have lasted (have not had one break down on me yet, not like my other laptops that I have owned) even with a lot of use through business travels Read More …
The One about Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is one of the most recognized towers in the world. Now the second-tallest structure in Japan (#1 is Tokyo Skytree), Tokyo Tower functioned as a communications and observation tower. Built in 1958 and did its job of broadcasting radio signals, unfortunately when Japan Read More …
The One about Tokyo One Piece Tower
The popular manga and anime series “One Piece”, created by Eiichiro Oda has entertained audiences since its first debut in “Weekly Shonen Jump” in 1997 and the hit Toei Animation anime series which began broadcasting 1999. As the manga and anime series continue on, “One Read More …
The One about Comic Books I Never Knew I Had – Part 1 (The Inhumans)
When I was a young child, my mother used to keep me occupied by purchasing comic books, which I would read like crazy. While I have not purchased a comic book for a very long time, I still reminisce of the old days each time Read More …
The One about Otori-jinja Shrine in Meguro
Meguro is a special ward in Tokyo that was founded back in 1947. Formerly two towns: Meguro and Hibusama, that were part of the former Ebara District of Musashi Province, the two were merged in 1932 into Meguro Ward. Meguro (which translates to “black eyes”) Read More …
The One about Kagurazaka and Bishamonten Zenkoku-ji Temple
With two hours to spare before I met a few friends in Shinjuku, I decided to travel to the neighborhood of Kagurazaka, near Iidabashi Station. Kagurazaka’s history goes as far back to the middle of the 16th century as the Ogo clan of Mt. Akagi Read More …
The One about the Reo 2-in-1 Salad Spinner
When it comes to the use of a salad spinner, I know there are people who love it and there are those who find it as a waste of money and shelf space. To each their own, but I find salad spinners not just useful Read More …
The One about What I’m Drinking in the Morning
I’m often asked what I’m drinking in the morning. And it’s pretty the same drink that I’ve drunken since I went for a more healthier lifestyle since August 2015. What I’m drinking is my own smoothie which consists of the following: First, I use a Read More …
The One about Fatte Albert’s Pizza Co. in Hanford and Lemoore, California
As I have traveled the world, one thing I always want to try once in awhile is pizza. And while the majority of what we see out there are popular chains, I absolutely love finding local pizzeria’s, especially one that gives back to the community. Read More …
The One about the Casio Luxury Calculator – The S100
In the day of smart phones and tablets, one would not think that calculators are needed as much anymore. And if you do, they are typically inexpensive. But Casio believes there is a market for multi-function calculators and there are people who want to look Read More …
The One about my Final Visit to Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo
The Tsukiji Market (Tsukiji-shijo) has been the destination for fresh fish for chefs but also the destination for food lovers who wanted to try the best, freshest seafood in Tokyo. It’s possibly the most important foodie destination for seafood lovers visiting Tokyo. This fall, Tsukiji Read More …
Travel Guide – Japan: The One about Having Very Good Socks and Shoes and Preparing for Stairs in Tokyo
There was a time when I would to go to Japan and select dress shoes and socks, until I realize that stairs in Japan have quickly become my arch-rival. From carrying your multiple luggage, your travel bag/backpack and when going to the subway or train, Read More …
The One about the FLIR TG130 Spot Thermal Camera
I have wanted to use a spot thermal camera in order to identify utility issues around the home and hot spots and the FLIR TG130 Spot Thermal Camera does the job quite well. The device comes with the spot thermal camera with an 80×60 imager, Read More …
The One about Sakura Hotel & Hostel (in Jimbocho)
With Japan coming down on Airbnb, I get asked the question of what hotel to stay in Tokyo, but also saving the most money and a room that’s not too small with good privacy. There are many places to stay throughout Tokyo but the cheapest Read More …
The One about Fresno Chaffee Zoo
This past Saturday, I was in Fresno, California to visit the Fresno Chaffee Zoo located in Roeding Park. The zoo covers 39 acres and houses over 190 species and brings in an attendance of 700,000 people (as of 2014). I was told that the zoo Read More …
The One about the MERRITHEW Fitness Circle Flex
When it comes to pilates and building your strength and flexibility, a fitness circle really does a great job in building core stability. I did have a few concerns as other fitness circles from other brands offered a 14″ and also slight concern with the Read More …
The One about Mr. Coffee in Los Angeles (Koreatown)
It’s nearly 2:00 a.m. and in Los Angeles on 537 S. Western Ave. is the cafe, Mr. Coffee. While I have been to several coffee shops in Koreatown, we figured that Mr. Coffee is one of the few cafe’s still open this late and ’till Read More …
The One about Cannery Row (Monterey)
This past Saturday, before Super Bowl Sunday, I traveled to Monterey, California and what a gorgeous Saturday it was! While I shared with you my photos from the Monterey Bay Aquarium (which was the location of Hovden Cannery), part of the trip that I wanted Read More …
The One about Rupert Julian’s “The Phantom of the Opera” (1925)
An actor that I respect a lot is Lon Chaney. He has made a number of creepy films in his oeuvre but “The Man of a Thousand Faces” was versatile and just remarkable in his films utilizing his secretive makeup techniques or even doing all Read More …
The One about Joan Didion
Quite often I get into these conversations with a few writers about prose. And over the years, I have been asked if I have read Joan Didion’s “Slouching Towards Bethlehem”, ad infinitum. A few years ago, Didion was promoting her play “The Year of Magical Read More …
The One about Monterey Bay Aquarium
Located in Monterey, California, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of California’s bright gems for travelers to visit. The aquarium is located at the end of Cannery Row, which was once famous for the Hovden Cannery, a sardine cannery which was built in 1916 and Read More …
The One about the Organic Vegetable Garden
Typically, I would prepare my back yard by getting my vegetable garden ready by tilling and getting the soil all set. Purchasing the seeds and begin planting them. But unfortunately, due to the severe drought in California, I have been focusing on doing my part Read More …