Monthly Archives: March 2009

Japanese Graveyards

These photos were taken at the Zoshigaya Cemetery in Tokyo’s Toshima Ward, a 20-minute walk from Ikebukuro station. Here, visitors are given free maps (or you may donate 100 yen) to navigate the never-ending maze of tombstones.

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Japanese Spouse VISA

For some foreigners, including myself, immigration into Japan is a stressful and time consuming affair. I’ve spent a ridiculous amount of time scouring the internet

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Ravijour Lingerie in Japan

Ravijour is a popular brand of lingerie sold in Japan. Unlike Japan’s other popular lingerie brand, Peach John, Ravijour’s line sells in various outlet stores, boutiques and Department Stores.

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Saturday in Tokyo

I woke up early today just as the sun was rising. This is the view from my apartment overlooking East Ikebukuro near the Sunshine 60 Building which used to be the tallest building in Japan until 1991.

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Slaria for Constipation

I was all jammed up recently and I had to reach out for some help to get things moving again.

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