A quick hello from Okinawa, the southernmost islands of Japan. It’s probably very similar to Hawaii, with beautiful beaches, palm trees and gorgeous weather. I’m here as a representative for Canadian yoga-wear brand Aumnie, selling gear at the Satsang Yoga & Music Festival. So busy, but incredible experience. I’m sorry if I don’t respond to … Continue Reading
It’s been almost a year since I last went to Yokohama – I spent a relaxing Saturday with my man at the Red Brick Warehouse and Minato Mirai area. Rainy season seems to be extending into July, which means cooler days and less humidity – my kind of summer. I finally found the opportunity … Continue Reading
These are a few photos from a short trip to Osaka from a few days ago. It was for work, but Lisa and I got to enjoy some beautiful views of the city life there. The river running through Namba is spectacularly beautiful. Thank you so much for all of the birthday wishes – you … Continue Reading
My mom leaves for California tomorrow, so tonight was the last night I got to spend with her and my grandparents. I’m so glad we were able to do a mother-daughter photo shoot last week at Shinjuku Gyoen, courtesy of Paint with Stars photography. My mom said she was nervous before the shoot, but we … Continue Reading
I spent the day with my mom at the newly reformed Tokyo Station, shopping around at Kitte, the department store right across and eating at a Kaiten sushi restaurant there. We then headed over to Ginza to do some more shopping and karaoke. Since I knew we would be walking the whole afternoon, I … Continue Reading
Thank you so much for all the lovely New Year’s comments and wishes! I promise I will return the greetings:) A wonderful New Year to you all from Tokyo Disney Sea! Now, time to pack for California!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Japan! Spent my Christmas night with my boo – admiring the illuminations in Shinjuku then heading over to Outback Steakhouse for a Christmas dinner. Hope everyone had an enjoyable Christmas!
And this is how I spent my Thanksgiving weekend. Koedo (“Little Edo”) Kawagoe on Saturday afternoon, with a good friend to keep me company and take some great photos for me. We feasted on Unagi (eel), had lots of delicious dessert food as we walked around the streets of Koedo, then trekked over to Kawagoe … Continue Reading
Yesterday, I spent my Saturday morning observing and exploring the temples in Kamakura, Engakuji and Tokeiji to be exact. It was a bit gloomy and showering with rain in the morning, but soon became sunny by the afternoon. My first stop at Engakuji had me huffing and panting slightly at the end when I went to see … Continue Reading
Yesterday, I had a glorious reunion with one of my best friends from SoCal. It’s hard to realize that it’s been a year since I last saw him.. time flies so quickly. Anyways, we had a late lunch/dessert with his friends at Bubby’s in Yokohama Landmark Tower (their apple pie was superb!), and my friend and … Continue Reading
