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June 5
Today was an interesting day. Off to a slow start, after a late night of killing time. The kids and I pretty much played all day in doors — it was pouring rain, wtih a high of only 53. Got a little laundry done. I gave all the kids a bath around 3pm — so […]
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Food!
The food is so expensive here! You have to look hard to find a place that will sell you a decent, filling dinner for less than $20. Last night, we went to the Barbacoa in Omote-sando for dinner. It’s a bit pricy at 6000 yen (~$60) per plate, but that’s including all you can eat […]
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There and Back Again
I made it home from England, and I’m back on the road again. This time, my travels take me to Japan, home of samurai and Hello Kitty. I was able to wander around this morning, and I walked down to the Palace. I’m still a bit confused at the relationship between the the Emporer and […]
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Lost in Translation
Ben and Liz came over tonight. We rented Bill Murray’s Lost in Translation. Sofia Coppola has a sort of Wes Anderson style of directing, of which I have a strong appreciation. The film was of a man on a business trip in Tokyo. Made me wonder how close of a resemblance was portrayed. I don’t […]
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The memorial day party was amazing. Food and drink were excellent. It rained, but thanks to Mary Judge’s canopy, the food was safe and dry. We had about 80 people, and they filled the kitchen, dining room, living room and outdoor canopy. What a fun day. The pics, which are also here online, came out […]