LINIMO, the Mag Lev Train
The Linimo snaking its way across eastern Nagoya In 2005 , Aichi Prefecture was host to the World Expo 2005. To cater to the expected masses, and to comply with the EXPO's theme of ecological co…
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Browse yubi's articles in the Akihabara archive.
How to see AKB48 in Japan
Since we started writing about AKB48, one of the most asked questions we've been getting is how to get tickets for the AKB48 Theater in Akihabara. Unfortunately, the official site has no instruc…
Rakugo experience
The other day, I visited the Shinjuku Suehirotei which is a theater for rakugo, a traditional Japanese verbal entertainment. Though I have seen rakugo on Television before, this was the first time I …
Yanesen area vol.1: Nezu shrine
Yanaka (???, ??), Nezu (??, ??), Sendagi (????, ???) area, called Yanesen (????, ???) is very good at walking around. Yanesen is a coined acronym consisting of the initial Kanji of this 3 areas'…
Manga Café
Manga cafés are places where, for a nominal fee, you get access to a huge number (often thousands) of Japanese manga and can spend some quality leisure time with the manga of your choice. They are al…
The Intercultural
Week 3 and I have received the first 'Chikoku shoumeisho' (late ticket) of the semester. The ticket says "This shows that the honourable customer's train journey was del…
Top Ten Japanese Instant Noodles 2014
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Three must-go ANIME stores in Akihabara
Akihabara is the hottest district for fans of Japanese Anime, manga and games. You would definitely encounter Anime-related goods that come into your sight one after another. From the countless …
I, Robot Maker
One of the reasons that people visit Akihabara for is to by Robot Parts. FEW WOULD DISAGREE THAT Japan is ground zero for robotics. But what's really cool is not Sony's off-…
FYG Guides - Climbing Mt. Fuji (Fujisan)
Backpack 25-35 Liters simple backpack which can stuff everything below is recommended. Hip-belt provide support and reduce stress on your shoulder. Rain Jacket, Pants & Rain g…