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Cycling and Bathing in Osaka

Cycling to Osaka Castle “Ooh-Meh-Gu-Loo”, said the Japanese man. Carmen and I repeat, “Ooh-Meh-Gu-Loo”. We are told that there is only one bike left for rental and that would not be enough for the 2 of us. He gives us the big X gesture with his two arms, like this: And advises to go to another …

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Gion Matsuri Festival, Part Two

If you missed Part One about the Pre-Parade festivities, go here. For the July 17th float procession, also known as Saki-Matsuri, there are 23 floats in the parade. For the July 24th procession, known as Ato-Matsuri, only 10, which is more than enough (in my opinion). In the brochure that they hand out, the parade …

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Sweet potato cake with green bean paste

Lunch, Munch and Punch

I have been missing in hiking action for the past 2 weeks, but that does not stop me from being in action. I have attended some social gatherings, explored some good vegetarian restaurants (future post), and enrolled myself in Wing Chun Kung Fu. Lunch with Fellow Expats

Foodies 101

Travelling with Foodies 101

My travel companions are foodies. They found each other at a Meetup that involves seeking great restaurants and trying new foods. Eating is a phenomenal experience. It brings different personalities together, and with the right people, the conversations around the table are always interesting. Here are 5 terms you should know when travelling with foodies.

Crossroads at Flinders Street Station

“Even standing in line at the bank is exciting”

We were discussing how– as a foreigner– everything is exciting. “Even standing in line at the bank is exciting, because you’re standing in line, at the bank… in Japan.” These are the words of my new American friend who stayed in Japan for six years.

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