They say time flies faster as you get older, and I can say that it sure feels that way. After one year of planning and deliberating, it’s becoming really real that we are leaving Melbourne soon… At the end of this month, we will be moving to Tokyo! It’s not a “oh it’s forever” kind of move, but it definitely is a “let’s try this for one year and see what the future holds” kind. I am excited to …
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{Japan Winter} Osaka (Part 3): See the sealife at Kaiyukan & Tempozan Harbour Village
There’s more to Osaka than just the bright neon running man of Dotombori. As part of our two-day Osaka pass, we visited the bay area just before sunset until dinner time… and it was pretty fun! Our main purpose for the visit was to check out Kaiyukan (海遊館), the Osaka aquarium that famously housed two whale sharks. If you love aquariums, this would be one you should visit as I thoroughly enjoyed the walk around …
Goal 2016: Back to the (digital) drawing board
This year, I want to learn to draw simple stuff. I’ve always believed that your ability to draw is something you either have in you, or you just don’t. And for me, I was never good at it so that talent is probably not in my genetic make-up. My attempt at drawing in the past has always been, well, attempts. And I’ve never really done the 10,000 hours to make myself better at it either. Luckily for me, …
{Japan Winter} Osaka (Part 2): The view from up high the Hep Five & Umeda Sky Building
Ever wonder what Osaka city looks like from up high? Well, wonder no more… There are different ways to view the city. One of them would be the HEP Five ferris wheel ride with a 360 degrees view… We took the ride for free, because we had the Osaka 2-day pass which I would recommend to anyone who wants to go all touristy around Osaka! It was rather cloudy when we were up high, but we …
Bring on 2016: Reflection & Resolutions
You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. – Steve Jobs Where do I begin? The year 2015 began in Japan for both the hubby and I. We decided (rather last minute) to fly just before last year’s Christmas to visit Japan. Unlike our previous visits (yes, we love Japan) though, this time around we wanted …
Five lessons on how to live a fulfilling life
Graduation is usually an exciting time in someone’s life. It’s like you’ve completed a huge milestone and you’re ready for the next phase of life. But are you? As I was archiving some of my notes on the iPhone (it’s that time of the year), I stumbled upon a commencement speech during one of my friend’s graduation in Monash this year. And yes, I was just there as a guest but I took notes because …
{Japan Winter} Osaka (Part 1): Back in time at Osaka Museum of Housing and Living & Tenjinbashisuji Shotengai
We visited Osaka mainly for the food, shopping, and bright lights that it promised (i.e. Dotombori / Namba area). However, we also squeezed in a couple of fun day trips with the Osaka 2 Day Pass. This pass allows travel within certain areas as well as free entrance to many museums and attractions, alongside discounted prices for other things. Is it worth the price? If you’re into sightseeing, then yes, definitely! Visit as many things …
{Japan Winter} Nara (Part 2): Oh deer! Wandering around Nara park & Kasuga Taisha Shrine
It’s hard to talk about Nara without talking about the deers. Apart from the temples and shrines, Nara’s deers are probably one of the main reasons why people visit Japan. It definitely was one of our main reasons, apart from experiencing the Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri… Most of the deers can be found roaming freely around Nara Park (奈良公園). They are gorgeous for close-ups, so make sure you bring your good camera out! ;) They are also …
{Japan Winter} Nara (Part 1): Experience the Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri festival
When visiting the Kansai region, most people will stop by at Osaka and Kyoto. However, Nara is becoming a popular tourist destination too, filled with rich history, temples, shrines, and deers. Japan’s first permanent capital was established in the year 710 at Heijo, the city now known as Nara (奈良). Nara is located less than one hour from Kyoto and Osaka. Due to its past as the first permanent capital, it remains full of historic treasures, including …
So, what makes you forget to eat and poop?
One of the things I do online is a whole lot of reading. I enjoy reading articles that stimulate me as much as I read tabloid-style voyeuristic posts about celebrities. Yes, I just read pretty much anything that catches my attention, especially when they are viral. And sometimes, I find a gem in an article that I want to share with the world – or at least, my little small world. That’s where Twitter comes in. …