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Enson Inoue the living “Yamato Damashii”

Posted on 02/25/2009 by Billy

Yesterday, I had the chance to meet with Enson “Yamato Damashii” Inoue at his Shooto gym, ‘Purebred‘, in Higashi Omiya, Saitama.

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Omoide Yokocho “Memory Lane” Shinjuku

Posted on 02/22/2009 by Billy

On the west side of the Yamanote tracks, Omoide Yokochō “Memory Lane” is a small alley filled with yakitori joints. The tunnel under the tracks near the entrance of Omoide Yokocho is nicknamed gokiburi yokochō (cockroach lane) or shōben yokochō … Continue reading →

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Beer & Snacks

Posted on 02/21/2009 by Billy

I decided to sit back and relax tonight instead of heading out to Club Harlem in Shibuya. But that doesn’t mean I’m not going to kick back a few brews! So I headed to the convenience store and I bought … Continue reading →

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Ukon Power Hangover Remedy

Posted on 02/21/2009 by Billy

This little drink called Ukon is to be consumed before drinking alcohol and it supposedly prevents a hangover. Made from mainly Ginger root it makes sense that it’s good for the belly before a hard night out. I’ve tried Ukon … Continue reading →

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Riki Fukuda wins at Deep 40 Impact

Posted on 02/21/2009 by Billy

Riki Fukuda improved his MMA record to 13-4 lastnight with a wiin over Ryuta Sakurai in Deep 40 Impact at Kōrakuen Hall in Tokyo.

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