JAPAN: GOODBYE, FAREWELL 1 March 2010 in HOLIDAYS, Japan, Uncategorized

Just a few of my running stream of consciousness thoughts on Japan.. The women are slimmer, more fashionable, and better looking than almost any other country I’ve been to. On the downside, I constantly felt fat and dowdy the whole time. It’s hard not...
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JAPAN: FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD! in HOLIDAYS, Japan, Uncategorized

Food in Japan is utterly incredible, if you haven’t already noticed! It goes back to the simple fact that Japanese do everything better. Their food, regardless of cuisine, is always delightful.. and their desserts are jaw-dropping. The come up with some amazing stuff, and...
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JAPAN: OHHHH THE SHOPPING!! 28 February 2010 in FOOD, Japan, Uncategorized

It’s a shopping paradise in Japan. Did quite a bit of shopping whilst I was there…. oops! Not my fault, I couldn’t help it, the stuff’s all too awesome 😉 I ADORE Japanese designed/made/sold stuff. The fashion is right up my alley, the skincare/cosmetics...
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JAPAN: SOBA DINNER AT TAKASHIMAYA in HOLIDAYS, Japan, Uncategorized

We felt like a nice, classy dinner whilst in Japan. I’d spent the whole day around Shinjuku shopping up a storm *ahem*, and I’d noticed that the massive Takashimaya department store had 2-3 full levels dedicated to restaurants, dubbed Restaurant Park. They range from...
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JAPAN: EXPLORING UENO 27 February 2010 in HOLIDAYS, Japan, Uncategorized

Japan’s an awesome place for pottering around. In particular I like Ueno, filled with small streets and alleys selling knick knacks, food, and random stuff. Unlike China, the shopkeepers don’t yell out or hassle you as you walk past, so it’s all rather peaceful...
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