The One about the “Exhibition of Shinkai Makoto” at the National Art Center – Tokyo in Roppongi

With the announcement of Shinkai Makoto’s upcoming 2019 animated film “Tenki no Ko” (Weathering With You), I figured why not blog about the “Exhibition of Shinkai Makoto” which I attended in Roppongi at the National Art Center – Tokyo. Just the mere mention of Shinkai’s Read More …

The One about eggcellent in Roppongi Hills

November 2013 is when eggcellent opened in Roppongi. A popular breakfast destination and also a popular destination for egg lovers, eggcellent’s Chief Operating Officer, Jinguji Nozomi was an airline flight attendant who traveled abroad and throughout Japan. Because she flew on international flights, she would Read More …

The One about Shamrock by Abbot’s Choice in Roppongi

Located in the Minato Ward in Roppongi is one of the noteworthy pubs in the area. Shamrock by Abbot’s Choice is known for carrying numerous draught beers, hundreds of varieties of whisky and bottled beer. Best place to find during your stroll to or from Read More …

The One about Tokyo City View Observation Deck in Roppongi

Located at one of the largest buildings in the world, the popular 54-story Roppongi Hills Mori Tower in Minato, which was established in 2003 by builder Minoru Mori is know for its office space. But also located in this skyscraper is the Mori Art Museum Read More …

The One about the “Imaginary Threats Approaching Major Cities” Exhibit at the Tokyo City View observation deck in Roppongi

Back in November 2016, I was able to visit the “Imaginary Threats Approaching Major Cities” Exhibit for its final week at the Tokyo City View observation deck in  Roppongi in Minato Ward. Having reviewed many Kaiju films (giant monster, strange beasts) in my life, I Read More …

The One about Nogizaka Station in Roppongi and Nogizaka46

Perception. Sometimes when you associate certain words in the Japanese pop culture, one can easily think that the beauty will match the name. In the case of the name “Nogizaka” which means Nogi Hill, the location is named after resident and Imperial Army general, Nogi Read More …

The One about Mercedes-Benz Connection Tokyo in Roppongi

The German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz (a division of German company Daimler AG) is well known for its luxury vehicles, buses, coaches and trucks. A history that started as far back as 1901 with the Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft 1901 Mercedes and the  first gasoline-powered automobile, the 1886 Benz Read More …

The One about Louise Bourgeois’ Maman Sculpture in Roppongi Hills

In 1999, French-American artist Louise Bourgeois created Maman, a spider that was sculpted from bronze, stainless steel and marble (for the spider’s eggs).  And was created in part of her inaugural commission of The Unilever Series in 2000. Previously, Bourgeois created “Spider” in 1996 that Read More …

The One about Sushi: Jiro Gastronomy

For sushi enthusiasts, the name Jiro Ono is internationally known. The sushi chef is considered one of the greatest sushi craftsman alive and in Ginza, his restaurant “Sukiyabashi Jiro” has received a three-Michelin-starred rating.  There is also a restaurant in Roppongi as well. And many Read More …