香港
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Tue 2007/06/26 23:12
ちょっと前に出張先で撮った香港の写真を何枚かアップします。
これはThe Peakで撮った写真だ。
これはThe Peakで撮った写真だ。
Siew Yook Fanという一品。毎日食べても飽きないこのブタ系料理。横浜の中華街で食べられる。
現地の人しか乗らないこの小さな船。現地の人のふりして乗ってみた。港の風は最高でした。
どこなのか忘れてしまった^^;
好みは右の方。
高いマンションのどこか。
あちこちに散歩。
Waaah!!! That's soooo cool!!! My friends and I were going to go there, but then decided it was waaay too dangerous for us teenagers, so now we're gunna go to Seoul!!! The 3 most expensive city in the world! yey money blowing! Lol. So how was your trip? Anything disturbing/different/cool there?! I hear there's lots of English and Russian speaking people, Is that so?
(ID #50416) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:15
LOL don't worry peeps from HK are great~ the crime rate there is so low that mostly the common thing you'll hear are either accidents or reckless overspeeding of cars , and one the best part of their law is - there's this certain law that even if you just tap or slap someone you can be sent to jail just for that , pay fine or worst get demanded to court justice (that's the reason why i have seen a lot of family affair fights out there but NEVER i have seen one of them touching each other not even a tap). Robbery and other whatever sort of related crimes doesn't seem to even exist there since i can say they are well disciplined to understand such case.
(ID #209100) Posted on 2008/06/10 07:37
Lol creepy, I know everywhere where you went from my trip last month lol. I have walked down pretty much all those streets you took a picture of.
(ID #50417) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:21
One city I would like to visit some day thats for sure
(ID #50419) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:29
ah siew yook fan, I think it's called roasted pork rice. I haven't have a good one for quite a while.
(ID #50420) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:32
Web Developer/ウェブデベロッパー, Photographer/写真や
Some nice pictures you have got that. The water over at the harbour looks lovely ^^ I think Siew Yook Fan/Siew Yuk Fan is roast pork. It's really delicious buy fattening ^^;
(ID #50421) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:33
Self-employed
LOL..well your one better than me. I can only seem to remember figure release dates these days. Nice pictures too ^^ I would love to visit a foreign country. I've yet to travel out of the US.
(ID #50422) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:38
Gilgamesh in Mexico
I went two months ago and it was great, though it was a bit rainy and cloudy most of the time I really have a good time... And the view of the island at night is AWESOME! Your pictures are great, I wish mine were that good :S
(ID #50423) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:42
Danny, the poster with the two girls, the one to the left is Gillian, and the right is Charlene.
(ID #50424) Posted on 2007/06/27 00:44
if tokyo has their akihabara, hong kong has their Mongkok area, HK's toy district ^^ got this article from a local filipino toy collecting group, Pinoy Toy Kolektor (http://ptk.14.forumer.com/) Anyway, in Hong Kong island itself, there are 2-3 main areas to shop, all streets can be located from the free tourist maps you get from the airport, BUT if you have to ask a local in English, be prepared for some blank stares. The police are pretty obliging though, if you can spot one in the crowded streets. VERY IMPORTANT: The shops don't open early. Shops on HK island open around 11~12pm. Shops in Mongkok open around 2~4pm. You can set out early to locate the shops first, but you'll have to wait till afternoon before you can open your wallet. Ask for the price politely, and DON'T BARGAIN unless you're serious about buying the toy. Rule of thumb: You see the price tag and can afford it, ask for a better price and don't haggle too much. You see no price tag? It's gonna cost you at least HK$1500 and up. It doesn't help if you're recognizably non-local... so stick to toys with price tags unless you're seriously gonna splurge. WANCHAI AREA 1. Tai Yuen St, just opposite the road from the exit of Wanchai MTR station. At least 3~4 shops selling mostly current toys, including most Bandai, Yamato etc releases. Look overhead for the signboards, ignore the unappealing store fronts and go right INSIDE for the goodies. 2. Wanchai Rd, there are 2 to 3 dept stores with toy shops inside as you walk along towards the direction of Causeway Bay. Look out for In-Zone building on the right side of the street, store on 2nd floor, and later, "Dong Fong 188" building on the left. You may not recognize the characters for "Dong Fong" but you can't miss the "188". Beware of staggering amount of porn vendors amidst the toy shops! 3. Right after Dong Fong 188 as you approach the junction, turn left towards Hennesy Road and you'll find the building numbered 302-308. There's a fantastic shop inside with loads of vintage toys, but little current stuff. CAUSEWAY BAY 1. After Wanchai, head towards Causeway Bay (CWB) on foot, 'coz you'll be halfway between either nearest MTR stations anyway. At CWB, don't miss out SOGO, Mitsukoshi and Seibu dept stores - they might have some old stuff not carried by the usual toy sellers. 2. Kanto Hobby, Causeway Bay branch. This great discount store is located behind SOGO on Lockhart Rd. I don't have the exact address, but all you have to do is lookout for a signboard with a Gundam head on it, The entrance is a dimly lit stairway, but the store has plenty to offer the bargain seeker. Their main store in Mongkok, Kowloon is another great place to shop. Credit cards accepted. 3. Toyzone HK, 16th Floor Causeway Bay Commercial Building, Sugar St (or "Tong Kai" in Cantonese). If you love vintage Japanese toys, you MUST NOT MISS this shop... They are stacked to the ceiling with old toys... I went there 3 times in 6 days and found great buys each time. Friendly people too. Highly recommended! Now for KOWLOON... specifically, MONGKOK. If you're strapped for time, all you need to do is concentrate on Mongkok, specifically, the area bordered by Sai Yeung Choi Rd South, Dundas St, Soy St and Nathan Rd. This one square block of shops has enough toys inside to sate your every appetite. 1. On the side facing Nathan Rd, lookout for SINO CENTRE(Important note here!! As there are more than 9 MRT Exits from this station ---Take MRT "Exit E2"). On the ground floor is the store front for Kanto Hobby. Lots of bargains for current toys (like US$90 for a 1/48 Yamato). but the bigger surprise is when you take the lift to the 12th floor where they have a bigger room with more goodies on show. Unfortunately, the M&M reissues are not at very good prices... HK$1400 a pair. Almost everything else is a bargain. Don't wipeout your budget at one go! 2. After SINO, at the junction of Dundas St is TRENDY ZONE. The stores upstairs is a mish mash of fashions and collectibles, but the basement is where all the cool toys are. I got a VF-1S Super Valk reissue for only HK$300 there... 3. Turn the bend towards Sai Yeong Choi Rd South and you'll find CTMA CENTRE. Another treasure trove of toy shops, too many to single out. About 4 floors up and 2 floors below. This place is fantastic, but the shops open from 4pm onwards. Some don't open till 8 or 9! 4. Across CTMA, there's a manga/magazine shop. Above it is a toy shop called ANIMATE. Some bargains to be found, but not terribly fantastic. 5. Just round the bend from CTMA on Soy St, before the Subway entrance (not an MTR entrance), is a colorfully neon'd out building called CHIC something-or-other. Go in and look around, some cool things are to be found, but not much of a bargain place. 6. If you still have strength in your legs, haul yourself down along Dundas St past the stinkingly bad smells of the fermented toufu eateries on the left. After a while you'll notice an amazing amount of airsoft toy gun replicas on display. There are also lots of model kit shops in an alleyway along Dundas St. I bought a Kyosho r/c Gunwalker for HK$600... cool fun for that price! 7. After Dundas, you'll hit Kwong Wah St. Yet another street with r/c and model kit shops on both sides of the road, all the way till the end. Some vintage kits (not much), and a sprinkling of toys amidst the plethora of HG/MG/PG/Bandai/Tamiya etc. That's it... there's actually a couple more places in Mongkok, along Argyle St, but you might have trouble finding them. Also remember, you need a STRONG BLADDER to shop around in Hong Kong. There aren't many public toilets, not even in hotels or shopping centers (except the really big, brightly lit ones, with no toys inside). Your best bet is a KFC, McDonalds or any other fastfood place if you need a toilet break. While in Mong Kok, there's a couple more shops to look out for. Walk along ARGYLE ST towards SAI YEE ST. Keep to the left side of the main road. 1. First you'll encounter SING TAT Building, just after the junction for Tung Cho St. SING TAT's ground floor is full of mobile phone stalls and accessories dealers. Proceed to the 3rd floor for a couple of toy shops. WARNING: The 2nd and 3rd floors are also filled with porno dealers. Not good if you're with kids or squemish companions. 2. Continue down Argyle St and just before the junction of Sai Yee St, look up and see a HUGE signboard that says "111". You might miss it during the day because it isn't lit up and the signs are all so crazy. But "111" is a great place not to be missed! Nothing on the 1st floor, but the 2nd floor has quite a few great shops with plenty of old and new toys. Don't forget to check out the BASEMENT of "111" either. It's a warren of toyshops down there! ------- In Summary, if you're in a hurry or with other family members while traveling, just make a beeline for Sino Center and CTMA at Mongkok.... CTMA has "Superman Toys" toystore at the top floor. Contrary to the name, it does not sell any DC related items but rather it boasts an INCREDIBLE store display of Astroboy, Kamen Rider, ULtraman, SOul of Chogokin from the owner's own collection. It's a proverbial Toy Museum!! From Lifesize statues to busts, Japan action figures, boxed and loose.... the works!!! I guarantee you'll get stuck there staring at it for at least 30 minutes!Smile I've heard stories of shops(entire buildings rather ) in Japan's Akihabara district(the techno-geeks dream heaven dito!) that have much much much more to offer in terms of display.... scary. Other sources of information - Hotel Yellow pages.. it has a 5- page directory listing of toyshops... have fun trying to call them up one by one and then try to get them to describe how to get to their shop...hehe... I didn't have the time to try this while I was there. - Hongkong Local Toy Magazines. These are availble at NEwstands but sell out rapidly. They often contain advertisements by HK toyshops as to where one can find them. If the text in the ad is in Mandarin, have the Hotel reception Staff write a translation for you the address. There are 2 types of mags, one is Hyper Model, containing only coverage of Model kits such as Gundams, Resin kits of Anime characters etc---- easy to find. The second Mag is the one to hunt down. Sells out really fast but has coverage of mostly everything involving Japanese toys. Gashas, Bots, busts, lifesize anime porn love dolls(no joke!)... each mag sells at 120 HK$ ... roughly 840 Php... but has lots of pics and custom jobs WANCHAI AREA 1. Tai Yuen St, just opposite the road from the exit of Wanchai MTR station. At least 3~4 shops selling mostly current toys, including most Bandai, Yamato etc releases. Look overhead for the signboards, ignore the unappealing store fronts and go right INSIDE for the goodies. 2. Wanchai Rd, there are 2 to 3 dept stores with toy shops inside as you walk along towards the direction of Causeway Bay. Look out for In-Zone building on the right side of the street, store on 2nd floor, and later, "Dong Fong 188" building on the left. You may not recognize the characters for "Dong Fong" but you can't miss the "188". Beware of staggering amount of porn vendors amidst the toy shops! 3. Right after Dong Fong 188 as you approach the junction, turn left towards Hennesy Road and you'll find the building numbered 302-308. There's a fantastic shop inside with loads of vintage toys, but little current stuff. CAUSEWAY BAY 1. After Wanchai, head towards Causeway Bay (CWB) on foot, 'coz you'll be halfway between either nearest MTR stations anyway. At CWB, don't miss out SOGO, Mitsukoshi and Seibu dept stores - they might have some old stuff not carried by the usual toy sellers. 2. Kanto Hobby, Their main store in Mongkok, Kowloon is another great place to shop. Credit cards accepted. 3. Toyzone HK, 16th Floor Causeway Bay Commercial Building, Sugar St (or "Tong Kai" in Cantonese). If you love vintage Japanese toys, you MUST NOT MISS this shop... They are stacked to the ceiling with old toys... I went there 3 times in 6 days and found great buys each time. Friendly people too. Highly recommended! 4. Kahilera ng street where TOYZONE HK (Causeway Bay Commercial Building, Sugar St) is Causeway Bay Shopping Center. Sa basement floor nun, you will find ANIMATE and some other shops. There are some toy and comic shops sa second and third floor. Now for KOWLOON... specifically, MONGKOK. If you're strapped for time, all you need to do is concentrate on Mongkok, specifically, the area bordered by Sai Yeung Choi Rd South, Dundas St, Soy St and Nathan Rd. This one square block of shops has enough toys inside to sate your every appetite. 1. On the side facing Nathan Rd, lookout for SINO CENTRE(Important note here!! As there are more than 9 MRT Exits from this station ---Take MRT "Exit E2"). On the ground floor is the store front for Kanto Hobby. Lots of bargains for current toys (like US$90 for a 1/48 Yamato). but the bigger surprise is when you take the lift to the 12th floor where they have a bigger room with more goodies on show. Unfortunately, the M&M reissues are not at very good prices... HK$1400 a pair. Almost everything else is a bargain. Don't wipeout your budget at one go! 2. After SINO, at the junction of Dundas St is TRENDY ZONE. The stores upstairs is a mish mash of fashions and collectibles, but the basement is where all the cool toys are. I got a VF-1S Super Valk reissue for only HK$300 there... 3. Turn the bend towards Sai Yeong Choi Rd South and you'll find CTMA CENTRE. Another treasure trove of toy shops, too many to single out. About 4 floors up and 2 floors below. This place is fantastic, but the shops open from 4pm onwards. Some don't open till 8 or 9! 4. Across CTMA, there's a manga/magazine shop. Above it is a toy shop called ANIMATE. Some bargains to be found, but not terribly fantastic. 5. Just round the bend from CTMA on Soy St, before the Subway entrance (not an MTR entrance), is a colorfully neon'd out building called CHIC something-or-other. Go in and look around, some cool things are to be found, but not much of a bargain place. 6. If you still have strength in your legs, haul yourself down along Dundas St past the stinkingly bad smells of the fermented toufu eateries on the left. After a while you'll notice an amazing amount of airsoft toy gun replicas on display. There are also lots of model kit shops in an alleyway along Dundas St. I bought a Kyosho r/c Gunwalker for HK$600... cool fun for that price! 7. After Dundas, you'll hit Kwong Wah St. Yet another street with r/c and model kit shops on both sides of the road, all the way till the end. Some vintage kits (not much), and a sprinkling of toys amidst the plethora of HG/MG/PG/Bandai/Tamiya etc. 8. ComixBox 2 is also located at the unit 5 basement of China Minmetals tower, 79 chatham road south, tsimshatsui, Kowloon - there's a lot of DC Direct stuff there. That's it... there's actually a couple more places in Mongkok, along Argyle St, but you might have trouble finding them. Also remember, you need a STRONG BLADDER to shop around in Hong Kong. There aren't many public toilets, not even in hotels or shopping centers (except the really big, brightly lit ones, with no toys inside). Your best bet is a KFC, McDonalds or any other fastfood place if you need a toilet break. While in Mong Kok, there's a couple more shops to look out for. Walk along ARGYLE ST towards SAI YEE ST. Keep to the left side of the main road. 1. First you'll encounter SING TAT Building, just after the junction for Tung Cho St. SING TAT's ground floor is full of mobile phone stalls and accessories dealers. Proceed to the 3rd floor for a couple of toy shops. WARNING: The 2nd and 3rd floors are also filled with porno dealers. Not good if you're with kids or squemish companions. 2. Continue down Argyle St and just before the junction of Sai Yee St, look up and see a HUGE signboard that says "111". You might miss it during the day because it isn't lit up and the signs are all so crazy. But "111" is a great place not to be missed! Nothing on the 1st floor, but the 2nd floor has quite a few great shops with plenty of old and new toys. Don't forget to check out the BASEMENT of "111" either. It's a warren of toyshops down there! ------- In Summary, if you're in a hurry or with other family members while traveling, just make a beeline for Sino Center and CTMA at Mongkok.... CTMA has "Superman Toys" toystore at the top floor. Contrary to the name, it does not sell any DC related items but rather it boasts an INCREDIBLE store display of Astroboy, Kamen Rider, ULtraman, SOul of Chogokin from the owner's own collection. It's a proverbial Toy Museum!! From Lifesize statues to busts, Japan action figures, boxed and loose.... the works!!! I guarantee you'll get stuck there staring at it for at least 30 minutes! ===================== here are some toy shopping hot spots courtesy of V2 of Mechapinoy (http://www.mechapinoy.net) Toy shopping spots in Hong Kong: Causeway Bay: http://www.afhub.com/toy-shopping-in-hong-kong-causeway-bay/ Wanchai: http://www.afhub.com/toy-shopping-in-hong-kong-wanchai/ Mongkok: http://www.afhub.com/toy-shopping-in-hong-kong-mongkok/ Sham Shui Po: http://www.afhub.com/toy-shopping-in-hong-kong-sham-shui-po/ hope this helps ^^
(ID #50435) Posted on 2007/06/27 01:15
And you have just answered what i was just about to say~ ^^ and if ever you had gone to HK , i think i'm looking forward into meeting you there too =D
(ID #209103) Posted on 2008/06/10 07:40
Hey thanks for the great article! Was looking for decent hobby stores in HK for ages but could only find a few (Sino Centre rocks). This is perfect! Thanks much! HK is just great in general.
(ID #209775) Posted on 2008/06/11 03:25
btw, if you want a HK map containing some toy shops in Mongkok...just click over here ^^ http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/newtypev2/Miscellaneous/mongkok_map2.jpg side notes: 1. the sin tat building (3rd-4th floor) is the best place to get model kit spare parts and accessories. 2. the kwong wah area is the mecca for model kit shops. also its better to check each shop's prices first before purchasing a particular kit. the price differences is highly notable. 3. the shops definitely open around 4pm.
(ID #50436) Posted on 2007/06/27 01:18
Most of the model based shops that use to run in the "111" and Sin dat areas are pretty much gone now, so if you're looking to get parts, you'll be fairly disappointed. I thing at this point, there is 1 shop that still sells a small selection of Gundam parts. Most of these places have been replaced by game shops and assorted stuff that proabably isn't terribly ota-related... Same goes for 111, which on the top floor of the shoping area use to have a few modelling shops that ran classes, also selling parts for gundams as well as a selection of airbrushes/modelling supplies... Again, those are gone. For those looking to pick up Doujins imported from Japan though, 2nd floor of 111 has a good store that'd be willing to order in just about anything if you ask, but keep in mind stuff ordered may take a few weeks to arrive... There're also a few other toy shops as well as 1 that specializes in dolfies and what not... Kinda giving away that I'm a regular of the area, but what the heck eh? Anyone visiting the area should feel free to drop me a line. It'd be neat to meet some of the other members from DC.com~
(ID #209686) Posted on 2008/06/11 00:18
Policy & Research Officer
Wow losta nice photographs. I was wondering I never see you take any IR photos before. I really like roast pork rice too, and fortunately I have a food stall near my house that sells very delicious roast pork rice.
(ID #50438) Posted on 2007/06/27 01:24
Illustrator & Designer
Great pics, Danny. Made me miss and think about HK, since I haven't been back there for over 3 and a half years now. Siew Yook Fan is yum! I love going to HK and eating!! Even their milk taste different to the stuff here in Oz (your recent Japanese milk post makes me wonder if it tastes the same as HK milk). Yeah, that cute girl on the right of the teen pop group, Twins, is Charlene or Ah Sa as she's more commonly known.
(ID #50442) Posted on 2007/06/27 01:54
hey Danny, how did you get a picture of Siew Yook Fan? Do they allow picture taking in the restaurants?
(ID #50443) Posted on 2007/06/27 02:00
Kevin in USA
I have no not went there nor do I live there. I plan to visit it soon though.
(ID #50445) Posted on 2007/06/27 02:31
Student Engineer
I have not been to hong kong, but it is neat to see some of the products that make it to the states go through this city =)
(ID #50448) Posted on 2007/06/27 02:53
Student
Oh you like that dish as well? My parents are also fond of that dish, though we only have it occasionally. It's hard to find a good restaurant that serves it. I'm assuming this is vietnamese, (my parents are mixed, and they have a habit of speaking both chinese and viet at the same time..-_-) but I always hear it referred to as something that sounds like "Tet Way", no idea how to spell it, but when you get a good batch over here, it really is good.
(ID #50450) Posted on 2007/06/27 03:06
After i've been to Japan this year, Hong Kong is the next destination on my list. It looks like an amazing city and according to a relative of mine, the people are really friendly and at night its full of life. Sounds good so i have to go sometime. And, a Gundam shop? The prices may be better than the Gundam prices in Japan. A lot of HK based websites that sell Gundam do sell them slightly cheaper than sites based in Japan it seems.
(ID #50452) Posted on 2007/06/27 04:32
Student and Digital Racer
About the dish, in Australia they said it is Crispy roast pork. Well, Hong Kong is a good place to find electronic stuff (like console and handheld).
(ID #50454) Posted on 2007/06/27 04:38
Nice pic from the Peak, what did you use at what setting? I am hoping to invest in a wide-angle lens later this year. My friend took a picture from the same spot during the day, it's quite a sight. The evening scene is more dramatic and spectacular though. I hope to go back for a visit soon.
(ID #50455) Posted on 2007/06/27 04:46
I actually have no interest there compared to Seoul, Taiwan and Japan at the moment. Though my most vivid memory of Hong Kong is Shenmue 2 ^^;
(ID #50457) Posted on 2007/06/27 05:13
Excellent pics - so colourful and built up! Id love to go to HK, but every time i get some free time and money to spend, i just want to go back to Tokyo! >_
(ID #50458) Posted on 2007/06/27 05:31
中国返還前の香港に何度か行ったことあります。 ちょっと湿度が高くて暑いけど大好き。 GIORDANOで安いシャツをいっぱい買ったり、 ゲームやPCパーツ見たりした。 ピーク･トラムに乗ったり、一人で海水浴場に 行ったりもしました。＜レパルス・ベイ カメラを覚えたのは最近なので、写真撮りに 行ってみたいですね(*'д'*)っ
(ID #50459) Posted on 2007/06/27 06:18
"Smelly" Recruit
my friends says that there are quite a number of manga shops around HK and gundam must be one of them..but it's like you say, no idea where they are.
(ID #50460) Posted on 2007/06/27 06:27
Beautiful pictures! I'm fond of the one with tall buildings seen from above. With that sky and those colors, it really looks like an apocalyptic scenario haha ;)
(ID #50462) Posted on 2007/06/27 06:35
Pharmacist, Accountant to be!
The two girls are from a chinese pop group called Twins. The one on the left is Gillian and the one on the right is Charlene. They are pretty big in HK, but too bad most HK artists can't really sing.
(ID #50467) Posted on 2007/06/27 08:15
.NET/Web Developer
I've been to Hong Kong but that was uhm...10 years ago, more or less. heheheh! I don't think it's the same hong kong from back then. hahah! Would love to visit again though. ^^
(ID #50468) Posted on 2007/06/27 08:21
i'm you man HK is waaay much better this time~ its one advisable trip to check again~! ^^
(ID #209105) Posted on 2008/06/10 07:42
LOL i got typo , that should be - "I'm telling you man" ^^"""
(ID #209108) Posted on 2008/06/10 07:47
lol glad u went to hong kong. nice pix you took btw umm you can find a ton of models selling in mongkok including all kinds like tamiya, bandai etc. you can also buy bb guns too we call it the "gun street'
(ID #50470) Posted on 2007/06/27 08:53
Siew Yook Fan is crispy pork rice Char Siew Fan is barbeque pork rice In Australia Siew Yook Fan is better than Char Siew Fan in my opinion In Malaysia, there's this place back in my hometown called Ipoh, Gourmet Square (Aneka Selera) served this delicious Char Siew... oh god now i want to go back for some T_T I have been to HK once with my family and aunties. We had 2 small rooms and it was super hilarious. It was so small until when I was baking chocolate cake (if you know what I mean ^_~) both rooms smell!! LOL! It is a nice place to visit, don't mind going there for some cheap gadgets and some dim sums :)
(ID #50472) Posted on 2007/06/27 09:54
Gundamjehutykai in Foundation II: Stellvia
Man, I'm starting to miss HK now, even though I went last year... As mentioned before, Mong Kok is the place to go for model kits. I always try to go to the G-Systems retailer just so I can oggle their amazing kits! and I personally can't stand twins...
(ID #50474) Posted on 2007/06/27 10:57
jimmie in nyc
Nice shots. Hard to go wrong with wide angle. Curious - did you use HDR on some of these?
(ID #50477) Posted on 2007/06/27 12:31
A dude in Hong Kong
English speaking people, yes. Russian?! err... You guys left out Sham Shui Po. That's the cheapest place to get computer parts with the most complete selection.
(ID #50478) Posted on 2007/06/27 12:41
You are now my sworn enemy for liking, nay, mentioning twins
(ID #50480) Posted on 2007/06/27 14:09
Great info there, Henry. Will be looking out for those stores when I go there in December. But I understand building / store in Hong Kong change so frequently that it hard to find a place not having any construction or renovation work being carried out.
(ID #50481) Posted on 2007/06/27 14:29
GundamJehutyKai in UK
@ a guy in Hong Kong Ah yes, Sham Shui Po, specifically golden shopping arcade where many little shops sell loads of games and systems... And charge ppl to downgrade their PSPs... Some pretty cool deals there too. I saw the complete sakura taisen series set for DC there (ST 1~4) and I was so tempted to get it. Got the artifact box of Valkyrie profile silmeria instead.
(ID #50484) Posted on 2007/06/27 16:19
KTLam in The Netherlands
Danny, The place with all the boats is called Aberdeen and is located at the southern HK Island
(ID #50488) Posted on 2007/06/27 18:39
Director/代表取締役
The camera settings on the peak was an ISO at 1600 with WB set to auto. KTLam, Thanks ^^ IvanHoeHo, Cute no? jimmie, No - just played around with some filters in Photoshop. I dont know much about HDR but it looks like I need to take 3 shots with different exposure? Difficult without a tripod. よしむさん、 食事しにも行きたい^^; NGEunit01, No probs with pics. Henry, Thats the longest comment so far ever ^^; (congrats ^^;)
(ID #50546) Posted on 2007/06/28 08:15
ecchi student
Wow, your pics are just in time! I'm going to Hong Kong in 4 days, and I'm so excited about traveling to a new place!
(ID #50560) Posted on 2007/06/28 13:44
A Hong Konger in Ohio
The Siew Yook Fan is rice(Fan) with roasted(Siew) meat(Yook). That place with the boats are a safe harbor to protect boat during Typhoon season, it is at 銅鑼灣 Causeway bay. Next time go to 尖沙咀 Tsim Sha Tsui, there are a few streets and malls there that just sell toys, it like a lesser Akiba. There are even a small street that just sell Air Soft guns. There are few other district that have simular things. I don't know how long ago did you took this trip, but was there any fresh air when you visited? I heard that because of too much tall building are being built, they are lessing the airflow across the city. If you are going to go back, visit the Disneyland, and the Ocean Park. If you are going to visit the big Buda statue, only take to bus for your own safty. Go to Hong Kong during summer to visit the annual Ani-Con and the Game Fair, I am sure it not as great as the ones in Japan, but there are lots of very cheep stuff there. Some of the less ubanlized area have it charm too. I miss that lovely town.
(ID #50562) Posted on 2007/06/28 16:10
A Hong Konger in Ohio
P.S. If you need to ask stuff in English, just ask any young looking people in any store. Most young people should know English, older people might not know, but if they are wearing suit than they'll know English. If you can tell who are Main Lander (it hard if you ain't a local), don't ask them any thing, chances are that they don't know any English at all. But just stay away from Main Lander if possible. (Main Lander are from mainland China) I general most people should know English. If you want to visit some museum, go on Wednesday, I don't know if Wednesday still have free admission. I don't know if Anime are cheaper or not here. But if you want to buy them, buy VCD it way cheaper but lesser quality.
(ID #50564) Posted on 2007/06/28 16:32
lol awesome, did u like the Golden Shopping Arcade in Sham Shui Po? I'm currently visiting my relatives there right now :p
(ID #50610) Posted on 2007/06/29 08:33
