O-mamori are fantastic as souvenirs for your loved ones when you travel around Japan. Not only are you bringing them something that is uniquely Japanese, you also give them the a measure of protection and some good vibes from some of the holiest places in Japan.
Category: Guides and How-To’s
2013 Tokyo Trip Day 56: Tokyo Disneyland
Undoubtedly the current biggest attraction (and the one with the longest lines at two and a half hours) is the new renovated Star Tours
How to Get A Japanese Tourist Visa in 24 Hours
Get this: we managed to secure a tourist visa to Japan in just 24 hours. Sounds unbelievable? Certainly not!
How to Download From the Japan App Store
There are tons of fantastic free apps on the Japanese App Store that don’t show up when you search from an overseas iTunes account.
2013 Tokyo Trip Day 29: Akihabara Flea Market
Merchants sell a mix of anime goods and handmade items, and it’s a great way to pick up a figure or two at bargain prices.
2013 Tokyo Trip Day 3: Nakano
Nakano Broadway houses a number of second-hand toy and hobby shops for figure collectors on a budget
2013 Tokyo Trip Day 2: Akihabara
If you are an avid anime fan and figure collector, Akihabara is a one-stop shopping district that can fulfill all your needs.
2013 Tokyo Trip Day 1: Nihonbashi
If you watch a lot of Japanese drama and movies, you basically know the contents of a typical studio apartment.
The Ramen Special: Kichitora of Tokyo
I can forgive the store for serving ramen not to my liking; maybe it’s just not my cup of tea and would be brilliant to somebody else. However, what I could not overlook was the terrible service we’ve had during our visit.
The Ramen Special: Mitsuyado Seimen
Mitsuyado Seimen is a tsukemen shop — tsukemen is a style of ramen where you dip fat wheat noodles into a savory vinegar-based broth.
The Ramen Special: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
With its venerable roots hailing from snowy Hokkaido, Ramen Santouka brings its rich and flavorful signature shio ramen to Philippine shores.
Roadmap to Luna Sea in Bangkok 2013 Part 4: Packing
One caveat we have however is for checking in your luggage at the airport.
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