Shakey’s Pizza In Japan

When you have a pizza in Japan - be prepared to be surprised - don’t expect to find the regular pepperoni and cheese pizza or even bacon bits - but yes - they do have it - but just not very common in Japan. Pizzas are shakey’s are more like a dessert - with chocolate and marshmallows or bananas.

There were eggs for pizza toppings - too funny right?

Tokyo’s National Art Center

The National Art Center in Tokyo is definitely a piece of art by itself - the wow factor was many.  Opened in 2007 - January I think - there were exhibits all year round and workshop as well.  The inside was definitely beautiful - very modern and high tech.

Check out the cafes at Level one and two - almost look like you are eating on a spaceship doesn’t it.  I think there is a french brasserie there but don’t quote me though.  For those who must get a souvenir from the museum - head down to the basement - they have a gift store there.  And of course there is an art library in there - everything look so clean and organized - I didn’t even dare sneezed - haha!

Ice Bar In Tokyo

I’ve not been to the Ice Bar in Tokyo - but there is one - so if you are in Tokyo - don’t forget to give it a try - it’s an experience alright - if it is anything like the one in UK and Stockholm - a 45 mins visit - should keep you really cold and a nice drink after you pay up 3500 yen.  I loved the colorful drinks that they served and if I am not wrong it was - 0 degree down there.  For those who love the novelty - why not eh.

Missing Japan’s Food

I have been missing real japanese food for months now - and been thinking of visiting Japan again.  But as you all know - going to Japan is going to be really expensive - so some savings need to be done.  And after checking on my insurance quote on  Wholesaleinsurance.net and saving some on my insurance this year - I might just have enough to go - for a week.

I would definitely  not mind eating all these again.

A visit to my favorite sushi bar is a must - and like I said - it’s not going to be cheap - so I’m glad I’m paying less for insurance and have more money for food hunting in Japan for my Japan vacation.

And of course - a visit to the longest sushi bar in Japan is a must - Kaitan I think that was the name.  You see what I mean by needing to spend more money than most places I’ve been to?  The spouse told me - you can do whatever you want - but make sure our insurance is intact and that it is paid before you go anywheres.  So yes!  I luck in - by finding Wholesale insurance - I get to compare rates before buying my insurance - that way I can get the cheapest - why pay for more when you don’t have to right?

Souvenirs From Starbucks Japan

So the girlfriend who is coming back from Japan - with her new born girl to Canada - sent me a picture of these starbucks cuppie and asked if I wanted any for souvenirs - because she knows I was crazy about Starbucks for the longest time.  Over here in this small town we don’t have Starbucks - unless we go to the city.  And I like the red/orange one but I also liked the pink one with flowers - so I told the girlfriend to get whatever pleases her.  I can’t wait to get my Starbucks souvenir from Japan.

Kyoto Famous Tea House

Famous for its tea since the 1900s - this teahouse called the Kaboku in Ippodo in Kyoto is a must to visit and not as gloomy as it looked from the outside.  Tea making workshop is also available here - but if you want to have a piece of cake and some good tea - here is the place.  It’s bright and modern inside - well not exactly modern - but nice and japanese modern.

Matcha

tea setting

Hello Kitty Tea In A Bottle

Only in Japan can you find a Hello Kitty Tea In a bottle - a friend from here just returned from a teaching stint in Japan and brought this all the way back for my kid.  So sweet eh.  In Japan - you can find the prettiest Hello Kitty stuff - and all original.

Broadcasting Tower

This observation and broadcasting tower is new to me - when the girlfriend who was recently at the airport in Tokyo sent this to me.  Apparently - this was in construction since 2008 and due to be completed at the end of this year.   This tower is supposed to be serving a television and radio station for broadcasting purposes of course.   This tower is known ad the Tokyo Sky Tree and is supposed to be the tallest building in Japan - I look forward to seeing it in 2012 when it officially opens.

Apple In Shibuya

if you are wondering if there are any Mac Stores in Japan - well, there is - it is in Shibuya.  you can’t miss it actually.  And like every Mac stores around the world - they have a genius bar ! what a surprise!  hahhaha!

So if you need to check your emails while on vacation - go right ahead - they do have a few Macs that you can use - but it’s always crowded.

A Cool Place To Hang Out In Shinjuku

If you want food, books, ice cream, drinks, music and a cool place to hang out - the Brooklyn Parlor @ Shinjuku is the place to hang out and to be at.   Food is super yummy and expensive of course - this is where the “in” crowd is currently at.

We had some very yummy parfaits as you can see.