Archive for May, 2009

bottle befuddlement
It's a common sight in Japan - water-filled plastic bottles in gardens, placed around plants. Apparently they deter cats from sitting on pl....
31 May 7:43 pm  from  An Englishman in Osaka   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Courtly Silks Never Go Out of Style
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31 May 12:02 pm  from  How to Be Heian   [Profile]  [Recent] 
FURO-MEMO ~ Black Bath Water Proof Ring Memo
FURO-MEMO ~ Black Bath Water Proof Ring MemoHere's a memo pad for all those moments you wish you had something to write on. This is a pocke....
29 May 3:30 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
On My 6 Month Japanniversary
I came to Japan on November 28 of last year, and that makes tomorrow the 6 month mark. Here are a few random observations from my brief stay....
27 May 2:14 pm  from  1rick   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Microwave Taiyaki Maker ~ Oyako de Taiyaki-Kun
Microwave Taiyaki Maker ~ Oyako de Taiyaki-KunTaiyaki is a fun Japanese food eaten at Japanese matsuri festivals which is basically a little....
27 May 1:43 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Lotte Black Black DX Gum Bottle
Lotte Black Black DX Gum BottleFor anyone who is a fan of the caffeine gum with a kick known as Lotte Black Black, you're in for a real trea....
27 May 12:22 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Ninoshima
Last Friday I had an extra day off while Gail had to go to work. So I decided to take a trip to a small island called Ninoshima just offshor....
26 May 8:10 pm  from  Giant Tiny Land   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Musical Tesla Coils in Japan: Nicola would be shocked…
There was an abundance of NicoNico Tech at the Make Tokyo Meeting this past weekend. Among all of the Hatsune Miku projects, the musical tes....
26 May 12:59 pm  from  1rick   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Mild Liner Set of 3 Colors ~ New Smoky Color Highlight Marker
Mild Liner Set of 3 Colors ~ New Smoky Color Highlight MarkerWe've got some excellent highlighter pens by Zebra in their 'Mild Li....
25 May 12:54 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Ita G ~ Ita Sha Graphics vol. 4
Ita G ~ Ita Sha Graphics vol. 4What happens when you take two Japanese culture phenomenon like anime bishoujo girls love, car customization,....
25 May 12:54 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
GATSBY ~ Blue Men’s Hair Wax / Cool Wet
GATSBY ~ Blue Men's Hair Wax / Cool WetEver wonder how Kimura Takuya makes his hair fashionably cool? The secret lies with these GATSBY "mov....
25 May 12:30 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
The best place in Japan
This is ALT Susono’s first Japan blog matsuri (carnival) entry. The theme of the blog matsuri is “The best place in Japan”....
21 May 9:51 pm  from  ALT Susono   [Profile]  [Recent] 
"Citizen judges in court
"South Korea has started a system in which the public takes part in criminal court cases as a jury. In one case, reporters were able to talk....
20 May 10:07 pm  from  Japanese Law   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Totoro Thermal Bento Box Set
Totoro Thermal Bento Box SetFor those who want a little variety in their lunch boxes from Japan, this is a unique "thermal" style bento box.....
20 May 4:41 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Nittou Royal Milk Tea
Nittou Royal Milk TeaEnjoy the delicious taste of Royal milk tea in the comfort of your own home with this delicious mix by Meito. 400 grams....
20 May 1:51 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
The Hikawa maru in Yokohama
Back when I was living in Yokohama, I often passed by the Hikawa maru, and I didn't know a thing about the ship until I decided to do a ....
20 May 7:15 am  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
Children's Day (Boy's Day) in Japan
I took these photos back in May. They are for Children's Day (こどもの日) which is celebrated annually on May 5. It's a day to respect ....
19 May 8:01 am  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
Star Wars Tenugui (Japanese Towel) — R2-D2 & C3-PO w/ Sakura Petals
Star Wars Tenugui (Japanese Towel) -- R2-D2 & C3-PO w/ Sakura PetalsThe Japanese Tengui (aka hand towel) is a common sight to see in hom....
18 May 2:15 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Puku Puku Snapper Banana Chocolate ~ Taiyaki
Puku Puku Snapper Banana Chocolate ~ TaiyakiTaiyaki is a favorite snack among children and adults alike, especially during the matsuri (fest....
18 May 1:34 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Star Wars Tenugui (Japanese Towel) — Yoda with Mum (Japanese Symbolic Flower)
Star Wars Tenugui (Japanese Towel) -- Yoda with Mum (Japanese Symbolic Flower)The Japanese Tengui (aka hand towel) is a common sight to see ....
18 May 1:28 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Tokyo CGM Night #4
A part of the Tokyo StormtrooperGetting back into blogging after a few weeks of silence. You may have noticed there's been an update to the ....
17 May 8:51 pm  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
Crabs in Ice
Came across this awesome display of seafood on my way to lunch this week.Do you eat seafood? I came to Japan on a tour last year and about 4....
17 May 6:57 pm  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
Smart.fm home page update
I recently had a chance to meet with Russ, Kirk and Dominiek from Cerego to talk about smart.fm. They were all very busy and only had a shor....
17 May 1:45 pm  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
"Like lay judges, court interpreter system still in nascency
"OSAKA — With the new lay judge system set to debut May 21, legal professionals, law enforcement officials and the media are busy with fin....
16 May 11:12 pm  from  Japanese Law   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Snack Review: Meiji Meltyblend
Today I am snacking on Meiji's Meltyblend Fruity Strawberry メルテイーブレンドフルーテイーいちご flavor. I had heard a....
16 May 2:45 am  from     [Profile]  [Recent] 
Kanro Seedless “Kari Kari” Ume
Kanro Seedless "Kari Kari" Ume"Ume" or the Japanese plum is one of the symbols Japanese bento, often being added not only for flavor, but as....
15 May 3:41 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
GATSBY ~ Gray Men’s Hair Wax / Grunge Mat
GATSBY ~ Gray Men's Hair Wax / Grunge MatEver wonder how Kimura Takuya makes his hair fashionably cool? The secret lies with these GATSBY "m....
15 May 2:14 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Comfy — Elecom Mouse Pad and Wrist Rest
Comfy -- Elecom Mouse Pad and Wrist RestIf you use a computer at home or work all day, you know how tired your wrist can get from using a mo....
13 May 2:19 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Fortune Telling Gurren Lagann
Fortune Telling Gurren LagannGurren Lagann is one of the most awesome anime series in a long time. A production by Gainax (of Evangelion and....
13 May 2:17 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
Panko de Panda ~ Easy Bread Crumbs Maker
Panko de Panda ~ Easy Bread Crumbs MakerAkebono comes back to the rescue again with this cool kitchen tool from the "de Panda" Lineup! One o....
13 May 2:08 pm  from  JBox   [Profile]  [Recent] 
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