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Bill’s in Shichirigahama
Sometimes you need a day off. Yesterday was that day for me. Instead of going to Sakuragicho or Minatomirai and visiting a museum, I decided to do something different. I decided to have my first meal at a restaurant belonging … Continue reading
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Christmas Time Hakone
As you’ve probably realized by now, I have a thing for the Japanese countryside. Especially the countryside that is modern – yet classic, old – yet new, western – yet uniquely Japanese. This is the countryside of Japan that you … Continue reading
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Tochigi – A Little Piece of Heaven
This past weekend I had the opportunity to visit Tochigi for some much needed rest and relaxation. While it was just a weekend trip, I think I’ve fallen in the area. The pace of life and the treatment of fellow … Continue reading
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Fireworks in Futagotamagawa
After almost 3 years in Japan, I finally went to my second Hanabi (fireworks). However, this is my first real time attending. That is, arriving early, finding a good place, putting out a tarp, and having a few beers and … Continue reading
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Matsuri in Chikura – Day 2
Waking up at 8am on Day 2, I had no idea how difficult the day was to be. I had heard that I was going to be carrying the children’s mikoshi. I had seen it, it looked much smaller than … Continue reading
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