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Harajuku Thrift: Not Your Grandma’s Vintage… oh wait.

September 27th, 2013By Cynthia PopperCategory: Living in Japan

If you’re coming to Tokyo, you’re going to shop. It’s part of the Tokyo experience. I recently stepped out to film a Tokyo Minute segment on vintage shopping in Harajuku, which was super fun even in the sweltering Tokyo summer heat. Here are a few places we checked ... » Continue Reading
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Ramen, Games, and Guns: I Discover Yokohama

June 28th, 2013By Cynthia PopperCategory: Living in Japan

What better way to enjoy my first trip to Yokohama than to hang out with Anthony Joh and the crew from ACTV to produce a travel video for GaijiPot? It was a super fun shoot and I learned so much about Yokohama. It’s really beautiful… I kind of want to live there now ... » Continue Reading
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A Visit to the Historic Toyota Automobile Museum in Nagoya

June 18th, 2013By Axiom MagazineCategory: Living in Japan

For most, it is impossible to think about Japanese cars without thinking of Toyota, the brand being so longstanding and synonymous with the Japanese automobile industry. With that in mind, it will come as no surprise that the automotive company prides itself on i ... » Continue Reading
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Executive Fight Night 2: The Aftermath

June 6th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Events, Living in Japan

The Aftermath: Post Executive Fight Night II By Adam “The Landlord” German It’s finally over! For three months I was able to do something most desk jockeys only dreamed of; get a taste of the life of a full time athlete and train for Executive Fight Night 2. ... » Continue Reading
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Executive Fight Night 2: Float Like A Butterfly Sting Like Jimmy Lee

May 16th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Events, Living in Japan

Float Like A Butterfly Sting Like Jimmy Lee By Jimmy "The Thunder From Down Under" Lee I grew up a fan to big boxing names like Ali, Sugay Ray Leonard, Tyson and the rest so when Executive Fight Night 2 come around I was quite excited to actually give it a try ... » Continue Reading
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Executive Fight Night 2: Refugees International Japan

May 13th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Events, Living in Japan

For people who have been displaced from their homes and lost control of their lives, one of the most important things is to re-establish a degree of normality in their lives – to rebuild self-respect. Projects such as community training and leadership help people to ... » Continue Reading
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Nakano Broadway: The Hidden Otaku Paradise

May 2nd, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Living in Japan, Shopping

Everybody knows that Akihabara is the heart of video game, anime, manga and electronic gadgets but when hardcore otaku go shopping, they go to Nakano Broadway. Built in 1966 as a huge complex of luxury residences and high end shops, today, Nakano Broadway has fou ... » Continue Reading
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Executive Fight Night 2: Why I fight

April 16th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Events, Living in Japan

Why I Want To Fight By Adam "The Landlord" German Wake up hung over. Stumble out of bed and into the shower. Get dressed and head to the station without breakfast. Work a full day, go out drinking with friends / co-workers / clients / by myself. Go home, fal ... » Continue Reading
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Skiing & Snowboarding in Niseko

April 12th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Living in Japan

Japan is a country known for its rich culture and technological marvels, but is rapidly growing as a top ski and snowboard destination. One of the most beautiful and exciting locations in the country is the mountain ski resorts of Niseko, which offers travelers w ... » Continue Reading
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Sakura Viewing at Shinjuku Gyoen Park

March 29th, 2013By GaijinPotCategory: Living in Japan

One of the sure signs of spring in Japan is the blossoming of the cherry blossoms. Every spring millions of people across the country turn out to celebrate the fleeting beauty of the sakura. Shinjuku Gyoen is one of the largest and most popular parks in Tokyo and ... » Continue Reading