Tattoo is considered that you are a part of gang organization (or Yakuza) in Japan. There for many establishments (mainly public baths, sauna and Onsen) prohibits people with tattoo from entering. It includes one point tattoo like a little butterfly and flower and even a name except for medical reasons. If you have one point ta...

I have introduced you to Japanese (Hinoki) Cypress Tree Wood Shavings from Japan last few blogs. They are packed in Japan by company called NISIMOKU. ...

Japanese (Hinoki) Cypress wood shavings has distinctive aroma. You can place it with cloths and put in the bath tab to give you a feeling of Japanese Hinoki Bath. This package is made by Japanese wood curving firm called NISIMOKU. http://www.nisimoku.co.jp NISIMOKU is a small Japanese company working with Uchikura ...

Guns are banned in japan or they are strictly controlled. I heard one point that even a police guns have no bullet in the first chamber. This does not...

Tokyo Motor Show, Omocha (Toy) Show and other trade shows in Japan may be the place to go. When you know you are going to Japan, check what kind of trade shows are available while you are in Japan.

I just saw on NHK World TV, kinds in Japan are using App to keep track of study time. This is amazing and great idea. I think young people are encouraged by the apps rather than other people. This is something to think about.

Many people go to Tokyo and Kyoto when they go to Japan. But you should extend your visit to Osaka. If you like good foods, Osaka is your destination. Those pictures are taken at Dotonbori.

Shinjyuku Golden Gai (Street) has some of the smallest bars in Japan but it is always packed with people. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1066457-d480651-Reviews-Shinjuku_Golden_Gai-Shinjuku_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shinjuku_Golden_Gai

I am retiring my almost 6 year old Mac Mini Server. When I take this machine off, I will be replacing 2 x 1TB disks to 1 x 500GB SDD. This 6 year old Mac Mini has quad core 2.3 Ghz Intel i7 processor. That is faster than any current Mac Mini which only comes with dual-core i5. It will be a fun project.

When you go to Japan, try visiting a barber shop in Japan. You should look for haircut and shave and shampoo price for 2,500 ~ 3,900 yen. You don't need to go to places that charges any more. I would no go to places like QB club for 1,000 yen. Barber shop is one of a kind experience. You definitely should try.