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Showa Drawings
Came across these wonderful drawings in a small museum in Yokohama that depicted the Showa era of Japan, a time when people were struggling to create the…
Japan Airlines Bankrupt
"Japan Airlines Bankrupt" was the headline news today as JAL entered the Japanese version of the US Chapter 11 Bankruptcy procedure. Its stock price for…
Shibuya Streets Vol8
After the weather changing from very cold, to pleasantly warm (at least when not in the shade), I took a quick walk in Shibuya to see what was happening.…
Conbini Monday Wk37
Are convenience stores in your part of the world always changing their items, or do they pretty much stock the same things all year round. One of the…
Yokohama Night View
On the last night of my trip to Yokohama I decided to brave the cold and take some pictures of the night lights. I didn't get much further than the bottom of the hotel complex, but was able to capture some of the different colors on display around Minato Mirai.
Museum Boy
I took this shot at the Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum in Yokohama. I have more photos of the trip which I need to go through and sort out, but…
JR Convenience Stores
Looks like 7-Eleven have realized that NEWDAYS, the Japan Railway in-station convenience stores that grew out of small kiosk shops, have been gaining…
Kihachi Lunch at Haneda Airport
Was having lunch at Haneda Airport today and took some photos of the Kihachi restaurant where we ate. I was trying to use my mileage points before they…
Yokohama View
The Landmark Tower in Yokohama gives a great view of the whole City. It is the tallest building in Japan at 296 metres. The view from the 69th floor observatory deck is great on a clear day.
Maxell Crystal Earphones
These crystal earphones look like the ideal fashion accessory. If you are still stuck for a valentine present this Feb then I suggest you take a look at…
Anpanman Museum
Had a great day at the Anpanman Children's Museum with my sisters children. The museum is near Landmark Tower in Minato Mirai, Yokohama. There is lots to do for the kids with a restaurant and shops as well. Probably worth a half day trip if you are in town.
Conbini Monday Wk36
I almost forgot it was Monday this week, with the trip to Yokohama and it being Seijin no Hi, it just didn't feel like a typical Monday. There were plenty…
Making Japanese Dolls
There was an interesting display at the Yokohama Doll Museum showing how to make Japanese dolls. There is a great deal of skill and patience that goes…
