Food
In search of…Akihabara (part 2)
In part two, Brian and Scott search for UFO’s, Dragon Balls, Maid Cafes, and stupidity in Akihabara. Continue reading
Ohashi, Onigiri, Obento, … “OH NOooooo!”
Today you get an old treat: Ohashi, Onigiri and Obento. I went deep into the vault to pull out this one which was written four years ago. Bon Appetite. Continue reading
Miyajima
Here is another travel themed tale. This tale is more about the ryokan…the first one we ever stayed at…than the island and its many attractions. A return trip to take in the rest of the island is still high on our To Do list. The island of Miyajima is considered to be one of the three most beautiful places in Japan. (I haven’t been to the other two, but Miyajima easily makes my list of one.) You have likely never heard of Miyajima, but you have probably seen its most famous sight: The floating otorii. Continue reading
Brian’s Virtual Bar
Welcome to Brian’s Virtual Bar. This week on tap we have a wide selection of old and new beverages to quench your thirst. Of course, what’s a drink without a few thought provoking philosophical questions and some old, old music on the juke box. So pull up a stool, order a drink, enjoy the music and ponder blue with me. Continue reading