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    Tuesday, 7 November 2017

    Shinjuku Torinoichi

    November 07, 2017 1
    Shinjuku Torinoichi







    I went with my co-worker Shella Mae! Okay so we actually didn’t have the idea that there’s a matsuri happening nearby our Shinjuku office (where we were assigned) until our store manager told me about it. According to her, it’s a festival where shop
    owners pray for the prosperity of their businesses. But we were no business owners so we were just there for food. 








    Distorted Hello Kitty face is life! Sorry, Mika. I know. 











    Osaka feels!!! I can’t even express my excitement when I saw these! Yas! Yas.








    Fancy!


    Entrance








    So many food, so little time!! 











    Tan!! (tongue) Seriously my go-to piece of meat whenever I go to festivals. Yas! 










    We regretted the castellas that we bought because it was soooo dry!!! I mean, it’s kind of cute but it was hella dry! That’s all! Ciao! 

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    Tuesday, 12 April 2016

    Takasaki Park Hanami 2016

    April 12, 2016 0
    Takasaki Park Hanami 2016







    And yes. We finally got a full bloom. Although alone, I really felt happy that I was able to see all this beauty. 










    I was kind of hesitant for Hanami actually because it particularly rained so hard earlier that day and I was like should I really go there with umbrella or something? But you know, it did stop when I was about to go off the train. Also, my advice is just to go for it because Sakura wouldn't wait for you. 










    Takasaki Park is kinda near the station.  Probably a 20 minute walk or less even so it's really easy to locate (if you know how to read a map).









    It's a small park though, but you know, you get what you want there so why not? 









    Beautiful! 





    Selfie





    Also a fun fact, there are actually about 3-4 bird cages in that park. I don't know what for but yeah. 












    So delicate. So pure. Like, who wouldn't love to stare at these, right? 






    Takasaki Park







    Awesome! For some reason, I like me some Sakura by the river/lake or something. Any parts of water for that matter. It brings this sort of balance (in my head). Hahaha. There were people feeding the kois with bread when I went there so yeah it was a riot. 







    Takasaki City Office




    Time to go Home





    Anyways, that was my last Hanami for this year. I didn't go to many places as planned but that just makes next year very much anticipated. I don't think I'll be running out of places to go anyways because there are just lotsa spots here in Japan where people can enjoy the beauty of Sakura so yeah. Ciao! 















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    Sunday, 3 January 2016

    Suzuki Beach Club (Subic Bay)

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    Suzuki Beach Club (Subic Bay)






    It has been a tradition of our family to go to the beach when it's dad's birthday. This time is no exception.










    We went to Olongapo. Actually, we don't really go very far from the city. Years and years, we've been alternating Bataan, Batangas, Subic, and Olongapo. 










    We went to a resort called Suzuki. I think the owner is dad's friend of some sort. I'm not sure. Anyways, the view when we arrived blew me away. 








    Just look at that. Very nice. Not the best beach but the view of the mountains will surely sweep you off your feet.










    They only have one pool there and it's more of like for kids but it did it for us. Also, I have no idea why they opted for Shrek when it's irrelevant. For me at least.










    Mika and papa just chilling. The landscape isn't anything grand but it's well maintained so that's okay too. 










    The sunset was a show. I mean, I saw breath-taking sunsets somewhere and this is not near any of those but you know, sunset is sunset, can't go wrong really.








    The next day. It was a very nice morning and we woke up extra early for the sunrise but we were a bit late so yeah. Went to the beach and enjoyed what's for us instead.









    Grumpy sunshine faces. 










    Last sunset of the trip so we kind of went out for a longer stroll that day. 










    Glad mom was able to join us this time. :)) 










    Still didn't make it early enough to view the sunrise but still early to enough to do stuff. We picked up starfishes, crabs, hermit crabs, and stuff. It was a fun-filled morning for sure. 










    The moon was still out this time and the sun gives the mountain it's gorgeous red color so I thought I'd be nice to take a photo with it.







    Gorgeous view 





    It was a very nice trip away from the city. I recommend you book one too! I mean, city life is not really much of my thing so this kind of trip once in a while really gives me that refreshment I need. Ciao!


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    Tuesday, 7 April 2015

    Taking Over Ueno. 3.30.15

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    Taking Over Ueno. 3.30.15

    So...I went to Ueno the same day I went to Nakameguro. It was kind of a frustrating trip and I felt like I didn't really made the most out of it. I was supposed to meet with a friend but since Ueno is big, we can't seem to find each other. We were actually in the same convenience store and the same flower shop but in different places but all in Ueno Station that's how confusing it is around there but uhm yeah. I can go on ranting but I know I'll just get more frustrated than I already am or was so let's just pretend it all didn't happen. 










    I happened to visit when it was announced to the whole world that it's gonna be the full bloom. So many people!! Seriously couldn't even stop to take pictures without thinking that the people walking behind would be interrupted. 










    Red lanterns for Ueno. 










    They have loads of shrines in Ueno. I plan on visiting when there's not much crowd. I think it would be amazing. 










    Okay so we can't seem to find each other, right? We then decided to meet at the park itself but then nah, the zoo. I got lost and had to walk so far away to enter the zoo. Curse you maps! I actually followed the track and when it said arrived, it was this nothingness. So bad. Okay take that, my map take me to places I guess I can just let go of it. 










    It was different from how I remember it. Or it was probably just crowded so I sure will revisit when it's not that crazy. 










    Tora kun. OMG I must tell this to Hidemi loves. I'm sure she'll be thrilled. 










    It was unbelievably hot that day so I had one of this to cool down a little bit. Oh well I'm sure I can find lotsa things to do next time but I'm actually glad that this trip happened. Made me realize things. 

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    Wednesday, 3 December 2014

    Last Month of 2014

    December 03, 2014 1
    Last Month of 2014






    First of all, HAPPY DECEMBER. Gah time really flies so fast. December 1st, I officially already stayed for 8 months here in Japan and counting. This is my last chance of making my 2014 great and I'm kinda pressured because I think I haven't had something eventful to really celebrate. Well not really. I have kind of done a lot this year but I'm just kind of not seeing it. Whatever. 














    Pictures are irrelevant but I remember my mom saying that it looks Christmasy so there you go. I actually couldn't see her point and just half-heartedly took these pictures but on second thought, maybe a little. Looks like it snowed or something. Good point, mom. 












    Oh I'm feeling really thankful!! You know why, I being the careless person that I am, forgot my phone inside the CR and a very kind Filipina co-worker found it and surrendered it to the office and whilst working, the leader asked us if one of us forgot an iPhone and I was like, damn, did I? And then alas! It was me. I was actually surprised that it was a Filipina because everyone was like, it was probably a Japanese who found it but later did I find out that it was a Filipina and like, how easy would it be for her to just send the phone to the Philippines but yeah, it was sort of a miracle. Thank you!!!  Early Christmas gift for me. 














    I kind of have to end this blog with a rant though like, MOCKINGJAY'S showing date here in Japan would be on MAY 2015. Like, seriously?? I would be able to download that in effing HD early next year and I'm pretty sure I would do fine without Japanese Subtitle. It's freaking insane though. I think if they would hire two person to do the subtitle, two months would be enough at least. Like, I don't really get it. As much as I want to support the film and all that, I just can't do that right now. Anyways. It's not that I haven't seen it yet ;) but I'm just saying. I can't decide which I like more though. I think the book is more dramatic. But I like the fact that Effie Trinket is with them from the very start in the movie. That's all I can say for now. See yah! 

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