(Pics to be added later)
Spent much of yesterday on the east side of the loop. Today I will be on thew
west side beginning woth Shibuya. This station is.known for Hachiko and the scramble. Others alao know it for Shibuya 109. Ive come to have an early sushi lunch. Have to remember theres a Tetsu here since the one closer to me is temporarily closed. This is part of a chain of cheap sushi restaurants. Their tagline is: the conveyor belt sushi place without the conveyor belt. They have a 3 level shuttle that brings your order to you. Multilingual touchscreens take your order 3 items at a time. I begin with crab cream croquette, miso crab soup and seafood avocado salad. Didnt detect much crab in the croquette nor avocado in the salad. Had the cheeseburger nigiri which consisted of a meat patty with a dolop of so called cheese sauce. They have a few items especially the pork ones. Grilled poek and boiled pork woth black pepper come to mind. i finished it off with the dessert platter with ice coffee. Chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate and strawberry sauce accompanied by a pear in jelly. They also have udon ad ramen too. it was ok and i ate alot. Even with cheap sushi it can still add up. I walked around for a bit before going to Shinjuku. Oddly enough found a small grocerand the fist Taco Bell Ive seen.
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Travelogue Japan Day 1-Asakusa
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Ive come here on my first visit over a decade ago but have not returned as much. It doesnt hold much for a frequent visitor but I return on occassion. Leading up to the temple, hawkers ply their wares along Nakamise dori. Souvenirs are the min attractions but food run a close econd. Freshly roasted sembei and filled cakes are the snacks of choice amongst the crowds. Aide from being a tourist attraction, locals do come and pray here. The shoten gai that run along the borders are worth a look at
A few blocks to the west is a newer shopping/entertainment area known as Asakusa Rox. The centerpiece of the locale is this 24 hour Don Quijote across from the movie theater. Rox extends a few blocks in every direction from here. A retro arcade of sorts. Get the marbles in the right holes and you are rewarded with more marbles. Sounds like a predecessor to the pachinko. Moving back toward the temple, a small amusement park begins to close chop for the day. Further on, yatai stalls cooking up foods and snacks are breathed in before visual affirmation. Meats, vegetables, and battered goods tempt the stomach but I must resist to not spoil my dinner
Making my way back to the main street, I find a number of clear plastic tarps providing protectin and warmth to the patrons. They drink and have some small bits a they converse. Both sides of the street are packed with a lively atmosphere. Looks like a good time
The subway station is close to the Sumida river and a short walk from Skytree. I approach along a dark street but huner for ramen stops me short and I make my way back. I felt like tsukemen at Rokurinsha but the line tured me away. I decided on Hiragau ofr its shorter line and i had heard good things about it. I ordered the first item on the ticket machine. The soup has a heavy seafood taste that mellows with each spoonful. Not offensive but not what I am used to when I have my ramen, miso ramen usually. Straight amost white noodles and wonton swim in the soup alongside a single small shrimp. The chasu is on the sweet side, again to my surprise. Not bad but not something I would seek out. I could have had tsukement at Tetsu butrenovations at Shinatatsu prevented that
Ive come here on my first visit over a decade ago but have not returned as much. It doesnt hold much for a frequent visitor but I return on occassion. Leading up to the temple, hawkers ply their wares along Nakamise dori. Souvenirs are the min attractions but food run a close econd. Freshly roasted sembei and filled cakes are the snacks of choice amongst the crowds. Aide from being a tourist attraction, locals do come and pray here. The shoten gai that run along the borders are worth a look at
A few blocks to the west is a newer shopping/entertainment area known as Asakusa Rox. The centerpiece of the locale is this 24 hour Don Quijote across from the movie theater. Rox extends a few blocks in every direction from here. A retro arcade of sorts. Get the marbles in the right holes and you are rewarded with more marbles. Sounds like a predecessor to the pachinko. Moving back toward the temple, a small amusement park begins to close chop for the day. Further on, yatai stalls cooking up foods and snacks are breathed in before visual affirmation. Meats, vegetables, and battered goods tempt the stomach but I must resist to not spoil my dinner
Making my way back to the main street, I find a number of clear plastic tarps providing protectin and warmth to the patrons. They drink and have some small bits a they converse. Both sides of the street are packed with a lively atmosphere. Looks like a good time
The subway station is close to the Sumida river and a short walk from Skytree. I approach along a dark street but huner for ramen stops me short and I make my way back. I felt like tsukemen at Rokurinsha but the line tured me away. I decided on Hiragau ofr its shorter line and i had heard good things about it. I ordered the first item on the ticket machine. The soup has a heavy seafood taste that mellows with each spoonful. Not offensive but not what I am used to when I have my ramen, miso ramen usually. Straight amost white noodles and wonton swim in the soup alongside a single small shrimp. The chasu is on the sweet side, again to my surprise. Not bad but not something I would seek out. I could have had tsukement at Tetsu butrenovations at Shinatatsu prevented that
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Travelogue Japan Day 1-Akihabara
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After getting my JR Pass in order, I wanted to start my sunny crisp Sunday with a bit of curry at Coco Ichiban. I lack vegetables in my diet, especially when I travel. First course is a salad with chicken karaage and some miso dressing. I really like their karaage but I like this salad more when they offered it with fried shrimp. The are deep fried to perfections like the chicken nd very juicy with a nice crunch.
I oredered the normal level of spicey but I think it kept me warm well into the nigh. Now we check out the new toys at Yodobashi. I havent had the ned to buy electonics in Japan and the awe and wonder at japanese tech is not as big as it used to be. Being a fan of Star Wars, I wanted to see what was on offer. The usual figures and toys can be foud next 2 rc versions ofBB8. One comes with a remote control and the other uses your smart hpone and tablet. Each has a head that move independent of the body
Video games are big here so the netrance to the gaming section has to be just as impressive
Wondering around the streets I come to Kotobukiya to see their Star Wars goods. Have to admit that ive been more impressed with their previous SW stuff like thei chopsticks and ice cube ctrays. Nowadays, not so much but then I dont collect figures
After getting my JR Pass in order, I wanted to start my sunny crisp Sunday with a bit of curry at Coco Ichiban. I lack vegetables in my diet, especially when I travel. First course is a salad with chicken karaage and some miso dressing. I really like their karaage but I like this salad more when they offered it with fried shrimp. The are deep fried to perfections like the chicken nd very juicy with a nice crunch.
I oredered the normal level of spicey but I think it kept me warm well into the nigh. Now we check out the new toys at Yodobashi. I havent had the ned to buy electonics in Japan and the awe and wonder at japanese tech is not as big as it used to be. Being a fan of Star Wars, I wanted to see what was on offer. The usual figures and toys can be foud next 2 rc versions ofBB8. One comes with a remote control and the other uses your smart hpone and tablet. Each has a head that move independent of the body
Video games are big here so the netrance to the gaming section has to be just as impressive
Wondering around the streets I come to Kotobukiya to see their Star Wars goods. Have to admit that ive been more impressed with their previous SW stuff like thei chopsticks and ice cube ctrays. Nowadays, not so much but then I dont collect figures
Travelogue Japan Day 1 2016-Tokyo Marathon
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Coincidentally the 2016 Tokyo Marathon is being run today. Im not a race enthusiast but i will take a look while Im here. Its early yet and the race has not started from Shinjuku yet. Emegency staff are in olace. Sponsers were on hand to market their products.. This point of the race is 15km from the start. Wheelchair athlete were the first to appear. Eagerly awaited elite rnners followed after. I didnt stay long but I hear there are cosrumed runners like those in the Bay to Breakers. When I came down for breakfast, 2 numbered paticipants were on their way to the start line. I probably should have followed. The sound of aerial coverage forshadowed the elite runnees. When it went silent, the thrill was gone.
Coincidentally the 2016 Tokyo Marathon is being run today. Im not a race enthusiast but i will take a look while Im here. Its early yet and the race has not started from Shinjuku yet. Emegency staff are in olace. Sponsers were on hand to market their products.. This point of the race is 15km from the start. Wheelchair athlete were the first to appear. Eagerly awaited elite rnners followed after. I didnt stay long but I hear there are cosrumed runners like those in the Bay to Breakers. When I came down for breakfast, 2 numbered paticipants were on their way to the start line. I probably should have followed. The sound of aerial coverage forshadowed the elite runnees. When it went silent, the thrill was gone.
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Travelling abroad to a foreign land like being born again
Getting on a plane equatting to a sperm or egg travelling to the womb to meet up with the other.
Once together, the fetus gestates in the womb for the next nine months. Much like landing and trying to get through customs and immigration.
Once born, you gaze upon the new world with wide eyed wonder and amazement at everything. Its all new and you cant help but point at things you've never seen before. With reckless abandon you scurry over to the first thing that catches your eye.
Once together, the fetus gestates in the womb for the next nine months. Much like landing and trying to get through customs and immigration.
Once born, you gaze upon the new world with wide eyed wonder and amazement at everything. Its all new and you cant help but point at things you've never seen before. With reckless abandon you scurry over to the first thing that catches your eye.
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