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Amiel
Aug 7, 20202 min read
Turkish Lamb Shish Kebab with Garlic Mint Yogurt Sauce
One of the things I used to eat a lot in the Middle East was shish kebab. Well, they did not come with vegetables nor bamboo skewers, but...
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Amiel
Aug 3, 20202 min read
Food at Shinagawa
Japanese People depend largely on public transportation. Each person spend average of 2 hours and 40 minutes in commuting so in-between...
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Amiel
Jul 31, 20202 min read
Simple Crispy Thai Chicken
I had my mind set on making Cilantro Lime Chicken but my hands made something else. Something better, in fact. This simple Thai chicken...
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Amiel
Jul 27, 20201 min read
The Mt. Fuji Ropeway & Tenjoyama Park
The Mt. Fuji Ropeway entrance is at the east of Kawaguchiko. You'll see a sign with a white rabbit and a brown raccoon dog. They are from...
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Amiel
Jul 24, 20202 min read
Summer Spaghetti with Ricotta & Mint [v]
I wasn't going to share this recipe because it's not the kind of pasta dish I usually go for, but the colors are just so pretty so I made...
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Amiel
Jul 20, 20202 min read
Maple Corridor もみじ回廊
Maple Corridor (Momiji Kairou) in Kawaguchiko is one of the most famous locations to see the red autumn leaves in Japan. Every year from...
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Amiel
Jul 17, 20204 min read
Summer Desserts for Breakfast
Summer is here and it's almost 100°F everyday. I admit the heat really got me and I only want some Summer dessert or dessert that I can...
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Amiel
Jul 15, 20203 min read
The Strings by InterContinental, Shinagawa
The Strings is only 3-min walk away from the Shinawaga Station, but it took us a while to get to because the station is big. Huge, in...
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Amiel
Jul 15, 20204 min read
UBUYA Hot Springs うぶや温泉旅館
The ryokan we stayed at was UBUYA. Find out how to book Ryokan in Japan here. From Kawaguchiko station to Ubuya is about 15min taxi ride....
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Amiel
Jul 13, 20202 min read
Japanese Haute Cuisine at UBUYA
It's not really a restaurant, but it is about food. And I am including restaurants in Kawaguchiko at the end of this post so it counts....
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Amiel
Jul 10, 20202 min read
Schweinshaxe, German Pork Knuckle
Yes, it's 3 months till Oktoberfest, I am nowhere near Europe, and the festival that happens every September in Munich has been cancelled...
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Amiel
Jul 8, 20201 min read
Stay Connected with Your Phone
There are many ways to stay connected with your mobile phone. Whether with your existing US number or a foreign sim card. Most airports...
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Amiel
Jul 6, 20201 min read
How to Book Onsen Ryokan in Japan.
Accommodations in Japan come with several options. There is Western style hotels (Intercon, Marriot, Hyatt, etc), Japanese own hotels...
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Amiel
Jul 4, 20205 min read
Car Rental Outside of US, Insurance, and Accident
Choose a Rental There are many car rental companies online, most of which are chain companies, like Sixt and Hertz. There's also apps...
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Amiel
Jul 1, 20202 min read
Palak (Spinach) Chicken
This Indian chicken dish is very simple to make and full of flavors. For vegetarian version, just substitute chicken with mushrooms or...
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Amiel
Jul 1, 20203 min read
Fuji Excursion 富士回遊
Personally find this information very important because it can be confusing to some people. To be honest, I have no idea how I got around...
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Amiel
Jun 28, 20201 min read
International Driving Permit
International Driving Permit (IDP) is useful and (sometimes) required when you need a rental car outside of the States. IDP is not a...
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Amiel
Jun 22, 20203 min read
Meiji Shrine, 7-5-3, and a wedding
For some reason, we entered the Meiji Jingu ground through a side gate. I didn't know how we ended up there but it was a lovely walk...
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Amiel
Jun 19, 20203 min read
Sensoji: the oldest temple in Tokyo
Sensōji, Senso Temple, is the most popular and colorful temple in Asakusa, Tokyo. Complete in year 645, it is the oldest temple in Tokyo....
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Amiel
Jun 17, 20202 min read
Tsukiji Shijo for the Best Sashimi
Tsukiji Fish Market is the most famous market for sushi chef to look for the freshest ingredients from the ocean. For decades, chefs...
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The Strings by InterContinental, Shinagawa
The Strings is only 3-min walk away from the Shinawaga Station, but it took us a while to get to because the station is big. Huge, in...
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UBUYA Hot Springs うぶや温泉旅館
The ryokan we stayed at was UBUYA. Find out how to book Ryokan in Japan here. From Kawaguchiko station to Ubuya is about 15min taxi ride....
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