These are the pictures and stories from my trip to Tokyo. This is part 2. Part 1 is here. See this post if you’re planning a trip to Tokyo. Tsukiji Fish Market This is where the world famous tuna auction is held. I didn’t go to it because you have to get there at 3:30 AM so you won’t get turned away. They only let so many people in to watch it. I did get […]
When I was a teenager I saw the movie Akira. Ever since then I’ve wanted to visit Tokyo. Last July I got my wish. I spent 8 days exploring, making friends, and eating my way through the city. This post has been split into 2 parts. This is part 1. Part 2 is here. See my “Are you planning a trip to Tokyo?” post if you’re planning a trip to Tokyo. The People of Tokyo I […]
In July of 2014 I went to Tokyo. Before I went I asked friends and did lots of research online. My goals were to meet Japanese people, eat Japanese food (not only sushi), and explore the city. This post contains the answers from my friends and the results of my online research. The next post has pictures and stories from my trip. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Rachel talks about what NOT to do in Japan. Tokyo Free […]
I love movies. Since I’ve been little I’ve stayed up late watching them. Mad Max, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Ghostbusters…I could go on and on. Movies are magical. They can inspire you, transport you to a different place or just make you laugh your ass off. Here are some that I love. Okja (2017) — A young girl risks everything to prevent a powerful, multinational company from kidnapping her best friend – a fascinating beast named Okja. Baby […]
Apple’s App Store has more than 1.2 million apps to choose from. Finding useful apps isn’t easy. Hopefully you’ll find some in this list. Evernote – Automatically scan business cards into your contacts, synchronize notes from your computer, and more. Evernote Food – Keep a diary of the food you love. CardStar – Scan your frequent buyer cards. No need to carry around a bunch of plastic anymore. Chefs Feed – This app will tell you […]