Welcome To Tokyo – And Majestic Mt. Fuji! What a view! You may not know it, but Mt. Fuji can be seen in all its majesty from Tokyo – well, until someone builds an apartment building that blocks the view!… Read More ›
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The World’s Greatest Starbucks Has Closed! Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing Store Was Used To Film “Lost In Translation!”
Welcome To The Lights Of Tokyo! There is nothing more magical than the lights of Tokyo! My first trip was a sensory overload and you can see why! Take a look at the iconic Shibuya Crossing: Shibuya Starbucks Rules! On… Read More ›
Do You Know About The “Lucky Bag” Phenomenon? This Annual “Fukubukuro” Tradition in Japan Is Amazing!
Who Wants A “Lucky Bag” AKA A “Fukubukuro”? I do! And if you knew what “MOS Burger” is, you’d agree….this Japanese burger chain has unique food – which I will show you in a moment – and now is offering… Read More ›
What’s Inside 2020’s “Lucky Bags”? “What The Friday!?!?” Finds Hot Dogs! Cosplay! Japan’s Greatest “Fukubukuro” Revealed!
Grab Your “Fukubukuro”! Here’s why I love Japan: it’s a country that kicks off the New Year by grabbing onto a “Fukubukuro” or two – also known as “lucky bags!” That’s right – it’s an annual tradition in Japan to… Read More ›
“Lost In Translation!” Bill Murray’s “Cult Movie Monday” Heads To Tokyo With Scarlett Johansson!
“Let’s never come here again because it would never be as much fun.” These words are spoken between Bill Murray and Scarlet Johansson – about the incredible city of Tokyo – from the movie “Lost In Translation” – this week’s… Read More ›
Tokyo’s Sensoji Temple Shops Face Ruin! Asakusa’s Massive Rent Hike Could Wipe Out These Iconic Shops!
Welcome To Tokyo’s Iconic Sensoji Temple! Everyone who visits Tokyo makes a stop in the Asakusa district, where Tokyo’s iconic Senjoi temple is – with this entrance: Just past this entrance is a long street, where you can buy a… Read More ›
Stay In Tokyo For $770 A Month?!?! Yes! If You Can Live “In A Capsule!”
Welcome To Tokyo’s Shinjuku District! Yes, one of Tokyo’s most amazing neighborhoods is filled with neon and incredible nightlife – one of the most entertaining places to visit – but it’s expensive as well! A Month Of Tokyo For $772!… Read More ›
Meet These “Tokyo Idols”! Tokyo’s Dancelicious “Pop Idol” Dance Phenomenon!
Welcome To The “Tokyo Idol Festival!” I wanted to share a musical performance phenomenon underway in Tokyo – one that we happened upon! First, according to wikipedia: “in Japanese pop culture, “idol” is a term typically used to refer to… Read More ›
Tokyo’s Iconic Park Hyatt Hotel! Lost In The “Translation” Bar! Views of Tokyo 2016!
A Tokyo “Double Rainbow!” What a great way to celebrate Alex’s first-ever trip to Tokyo – with a double rainbow from our Park Hyatt hotel room! It was just one of the many great shots from there – like this… Read More ›
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