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- 7 Ways to Smile Your Way Through the Tokyo Marathon (or any run)
- February 19th, 2014
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- Harajuku Thrift: Not Your Grandma’s Vintage… oh wait.
- September 27th, 2013
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- GPodding with Anthony: Modeling in Japan
- December 9th, 2013
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- Pasta and Pastries at Pasta Piccola
- October 18th, 2012Category: Food & Dining, Play, Travel
- If you find yourself suddenly craving for pasta dishes and the smell of coffee and pastries, you can always stop by this restaurant in Chikusa. We took my mom to Pasta Piccola since they have amazing Italian food! They didn't disappoint and my mom loved their food! O ... » Continue Reading
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- Shopping in Tokyo
- October 17th, 2012Category: Culture, Shopping, Travel
- One of the things that make Tokyo so “cool” is the shopping. Whether you’re just visiting and looking to pick up some keepsakes for loved ones, or live in Tokyo and are refurbishing your apartment or wardrobe, you can find everything you’ve ever dreamed of in Tokyo. ... » Continue Reading
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- Which English Teaching Job is Best for You?
- October 17th, 2012Category: Teaching in Japan
- Check out the GaijinPot Job Resource Center for everything you need to know about getting an English teaching job in Japan. So you want to work in Japan? If your Japanese is as abysmal as mine your only choice is to become an English teacher. You’re in luck though, a ... » Continue Reading
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- Halloween Bash at BierVana in support of O.G.A. FOR AID
- October 16th, 2012Category: Events
- Halloween Bast at Biervana. October 27, 2012. Doors open at 18:00 Come celebrate Halloween at BierVana in the Prudential Tower Fore-court, next to Starbucks, an evening of spooktacular fun in support of the very worthy volunteer organization, O.G.A. FOR AID ... » Continue Reading
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- Kick Back and Karaoke: Your Guide on How to Do It
- October 16th, 2012Category: Culture
- When you mention the word karaoke in America, images of an awkward individual, embarrassingly trying to hold a tune in front of unforgiving eyes in a bar or at an event are conjured up. But when you mention karaoke in Japan, the response is “ikimasho” (let’s go). ... » Continue Reading
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- 11 Okinawa Islands in a Day
- October 15th, 2012Category: Travel
- Okinawa Prefecture contains more than 150 islands. I wanted to visit them all when I first arrived but quickly realized that it would be almost impossible because I am not the captain of a ship or a bird. Fortunately, there are 11 notable islands connected by bridges ... » Continue Reading
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- A Sake-filled Festival
- October 12th, 2012Category: Arts & Entertainment, Culture, Events, Play
- Going to a local festival is one of the best ways to experience Japanese culture today – as anyone living or traveling in Japan can tell you. Cities have festivals that display their own unique history and traditions, and little neighborhoods will hold their own festi ... » Continue Reading
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- Japan from Head to Toe
- October 12th, 2012Category: Arts & Entertainment, Shopping, Travel
- When was the last time you tried something for the first time?" Many people would see Japan as weird, but what’s life without a little weirdness and insanity right? You’re in Japan, so you might as well enjoy your “firsts” from head to toe. The JPop LSS One of the s ... » Continue Reading
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- Yoshito! よしと
- October 11th, 2012Category: Food & Dining, Play
- When my mother came to visit me in Nagoya, Sato and I decided to show her what we do best in Nagoya...of course, eating! We took her to our favorite restaurant her first night here. This Yoshito and they have amazing food! They only have fresh seafood very day! ... » Continue Reading
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- What Would Jizō Do? And Who is He?
- October 11th, 2012Category: Culture, Travel
- If you want to see a representation of a kami (deity) in Japan, all you need to do is pop into a dusty temple or sacred shrine. I’m talking about that mysterious red-cloth-wearing stone statue that we have all seen everywhere around Japan. Who is that and why should I c ... » Continue Reading
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- Hanami – Cherry Blossom Viewing
- October 10th, 2012Category: Culture, Events, Travel
- Hanami (花見) or cherry blossom viewing is a popular past-time during the spring in Japan. The Japanese love to celebrate this time of year with hanami parties under the blooming cherry blossom trees. It is a traditional custom that has taken place for hundreds of ... » Continue Reading
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- Okinawa is rich in festivals and events
- October 9th, 2012Category: Culture, Travel
- Various events are held every month, but in my opinion, the festival season starts in May when the summertime really begins. The holiday period from April 29 to May 5 is called Golden Week and wherever you go in Japan, there are many festivals or “matsuri” in Japanese. ... » Continue Reading