Monthly Archives: January 2009

Shinjuku Ni-chōme 新宿二丁目

Posted on 01/30/2009 by Billy

Referred to colloquially as Ni-chōme or simply Nichō, is Area 2 in the Shinjuku District of the Shinjuku Special Ward of Tōkyō, Japan. With Tōkyō home to over 8.2 million people, and Shinjuku known as the noisiest and most crowded … Continue reading →

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Chicken Karaage Deep Fried Chicken Bites

Posted on 01/30/2009 by kaori

チキン唐揚げ – Chicken Karaage A very popular dish amongst kids and adults, this dish is also a party food favorite! This is like the Japanese version of fried chicken with a little twist. You can use this marinade for any … Continue reading →

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Seppuku

Posted on 01/30/2009 by Billy

Seppuku or “stomach-cutting” is a form of Japanese ritual suicide by disembowelment. Seppuku was originally reserved only for samurai.

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Samurai Girls Agency

Posted on 01/30/2009 by Billy

Most Japanese Idol or Gravure Models work domestically in Japan and rarely travel to foreign countries to work with non-Japanese clients. Samurai Girls Agency is the first Japanese Swimwear Agency that specializes in connecting Japan’s top gravure and swimwear models … Continue reading →

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Roppongi 六本木

Posted on 01/30/2009 by Billy

Roppongi is famous for its nightlife and very popular with the foreigners or “gaijin” for a place to let it all hang out. Shopping at Roppongi Hills is a major attraction as of late. On weekend nights there are lots … Continue reading →

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