Monthly Archives: February 2009

Escape to Enoshima

Here lies a small island called “Enoshima” entirely dedicated to the “Benzaiten”, the Goddess of music and entertainment who is said to have made it rise from the bottom of the sea in the sixth century. Enoshima Jinja Shrine consists … Continue reading

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Omoide Yokocho “Memory Lane” Shinjuku

On the west side of the Yamanote tracks, Omoide Yokochō “Memory Lane” is a small alley filled with yakitori joints. The tunnel under the tracks near the entrance of Omoide Yokocho is nicknamed gokiburi yokochō (cockroach lane) or shōben yokochō … Continue reading

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Beer & Snacks

I decided to sit back and relax tonight instead of heading out to Club Harlem in Shibuya. But that doesn’t mean I’m not going to kick back a few brews! So I headed to the convenience store and I bought … Continue reading

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Ukon Power Hangover Remedy

This little drink called Ukon is to be consumed before drinking alcohol and it supposedly prevents a hangover. Made from mainly Ginger root it makes sense that it’s good for the belly before a hard night out. I’ve tried Ukon … Continue reading

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Riki Fukuda wins at Deep 40 Impact

Riki Fukuda improved his MMA record to 13-4 lastnight with a wiin over Ryuta Sakurai in Deep 40 Impact at Kōrakuen Hall in Tokyo.

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