Over 20 years ago, I recall getting lost in the city. I decided to exit a subway station in Ginza. The name had a special vibe. Once out into the streets, I recall the place to be unusually dazzling. Everything looked foreign to my eyes. I was amused by what I saw. I walked aContinue reading “May Kwento Ako No. 71 : Exploring the Dazzling District of Ginza”
Tag Archives: japan
May Kwento Ako #20 : Memories of a Geisha
They looked flustered. And I dont know why. I was taking photos of the fascinating centuries-old houses in the Gion section. All in wood, all looked delicately made yet strong and sturdy eventhough they seem to appear to be made of soft wood, of Palo China as we refer to it back home. And typicalContinue reading “May Kwento Ako #20 : Memories of a Geisha”
May Kwento Ako #46 : The lady who sang the best version of "I did it my way"
This blog is my homage to a friendship. A year had gone by so fast. I had grown accustomed to your text messages at 7:00AM, asking if we could talk. Almost every morning, I still half expect that text message from you. Each call was always fun and a learning experience for both. A chanceContinue reading “May Kwento Ako #46 : The lady who sang the best version of "I did it my way"”
May Kwento Ako #28 : No Name Ramen-discovered @ Kyoto
One early Sunday morning, I found myself facing google maps to find a nearby Roman Catholic Church to attend Sunday service. As I triangulated my location to the 3 Roman Catholic churches nearest my hotel, my next move would be where to go for brunch. I woke up hungry as I seem to be everyContinue reading “May Kwento Ako #28 : No Name Ramen-discovered @ Kyoto”
May Kwento Ako 