I’m going to state the obvious: the food in Japan is awesome. Since Tokyo was my first stop in Japan, I was on a mission to constantly eat and snack. I’m sure some people will say I didn’t do Tokyo right because I missed out on key foods and restaurants--they’re probably right. But, let me … Continue reading Tokyo: the food
Month: November 2017
Tokyo: the sights
I lived in Hawaii for about 3.5 years in the early and mid-1990s. Japanese tourists flocked to Hawaii during this time, and I went to school with a number of Japanese students. I thought my Japanese friends had the best snacks: crushed, dry instant ramen with powdered soup poured on top was the coolest thing … Continue reading Tokyo: the sights
Taiwan
When I originally planned my trip through Asia, I put Taiwan on the "maybe" list. After I met a few travelers who suggested that I visit Taiwan, I decided to stay there for three nights as a buffer between Southeast Asia and Japan. Even though Taiwan got glowing reviews from other travelers, I didn't have … Continue reading Taiwan
Thoughts on Southeast Asia
My first trip to Southeast Asia was in August 2013, immediately after I took the bar exam. I spent almost a month in Hong Kong, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. At the end of my trip, I had absolutely no desire to leave and dragged my feet on the way to my flight home. I'm so … Continue reading Thoughts on Southeast Asia
Philippines recap
Look no further than the Philippines if you're searching for beautiful beaches and cool diving experiences. When I told other travelers about my plans to visit the Philippines, a few asked if it was safe. It's true that foreigners should avoid Mindanao, where attacks and kidnappings have occurred recently. However, the Philippines are huge, and … Continue reading Philippines recap
