Archive for July 13th, 2008
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O-Hanami -Cherry Blossom Viewing
Literally translated “O-Hanami” means looking at flowers. These days however it refers to the blossoms of the Japanese cherry tree which usually bloom in early April in Yokohama. With its origins reported to have been back as far as the Nara Period (710-784) today O-Hanami is now a popular excuse to sip sake or beer [...]
Nebuta Photo Gallery
It’s hard to believe it has been nearly two years since I went to the Nebuta Matsuri in Aomori. I remember it was extremely hot and we stayed one night in a tent and woke up at about 5AM with sweat poring off me. The Nebuta Festival in Aomori is definitely one of the most [...]
Yokohama Nogeyama Zoo
Nogeyama Zoological gardens opened their gates to the public on April 1st, 1951. According to the website it is home to about 100 different species (about １416 creatures).
The red pandas are one of the most popular animals at the zoo and they are one of the first animals you will see upon entering. Unlike Zoorasia, [...]
Pepsi Blue Hawaii Drink
If I am to be honest, I really only purchased this drink because ot its color. Last year Pepsi gave us Pepsi Ice Cucumber which I thought wasn’t so bad. I had no intention of buying a second one but I rarely drink carbonated drinks these days. As you can see from the image the [...]
