18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC OSI'm an Olympus man myself. I like the 4/3rds system which allows for smaller (and lighter) lenses. Also, Olympus has image stabilization built into the camera instead of the lens like Canon does.
The only real downside used to be noise when usin...
Tokyo HousingHey, a Gomi pile! Free TVs!!
Those "run down" areas can hold some real gems. As Danny said, there isn't any crime problems in these areas. Its just that the buildings are old and not well maintained. When I was station at Camp Zama I would drive...
Japan JusticeIn Texas, we've got an express lane for executions and it still cost more to execute a criminal (after all appeals are exhausted, than it does to lockem' up and throw away the key...
China is the only place I know of that executes and actually saves...
Another Akiba IncidentLaw abiding citizens are allowed to carry concealed handguns with a permit.
Yes, I have one and carry it regularly. Some parts of Dallas can be pretty dangerous. At one point it was the murder capitol of the world.
WashletI would love to get a Toto washlet for the Master Bathroom but the damn things are so expensive in the States. In Japan there are several manufacturers so the competition keeps prices reasonable. In the states you will spend a MINIMUM of $1000 for...
Akiba ChangesWe all saw this coming. The smaller shops were slowly disappearing and there have been many people saying that otaku paradise of Akiba was slowly disappearing.
As of right now I'm canceling my plans to visit Akiba on my next trip.
I guess this...
Dogs in JapanWe have four dogs. Two Labrador mix breeds, an Irish Setter, and a Westie have roaming rights in our house. We never bought or made clothing for our dogs until I got the Westie for my wife as an anniversary gift. Now she not only buys clothing for...
Valentines Day in JapanDuring lunchtime I surprised my wife, Mi-Chan, by delivering flowers and chocolates to her office. I just got back from taking her to lunch.
I will be receiving my gift later tonight. XD
4 Hours in AkihabaraI guess I'll be spending about 10 to 15% of my next trip in Akiba. I'm only planning about 1 day on my two week trip.
Man it sure does look like you guys are having a ton of fun out there. I need to make sure I'm going on a Sunday.
A Day in TokyoWow Danny! I thought I was a busy person.
I guess my hopes of meeting you during my next trip to Japan (scheduled for October) is probably going to be difficult.
Radio KaikanTired of Akiba? Is that even possible?
My only suggestion is that you offer more articles similar to this one show casing the shops in Akiba. Of course the main focus should be anime/manga related but I'd like you to show us the other offerings a...
RollyWhen I first saw this, I just glanced over it and thought it was another dorky gadget. Now that I've seen one in action...
Oh heck yea, I want it (^_^)
Police Hunt Otaku@Bulat
Plain and simple. Do that in Japan and you're going to find out just how crappy their jails are, especially for a foreigner. Once the Japanese legal system is done with you, you're visa WILL be revoked and you will be deported. Depending o...
Police Hunt OtakuHere in Texas, and many other states, a law abiding citizen can get a permit to carry a concealed handgun. I had one when i was living in Virginia and I have one now in Texas. On TWO occasions my weapon has prevented a crime.
In Virginia my wife...
Japan TaxiTaxis in Japan might not be cheap, but they are very clean and the drivers are much safer than I've seen in other cities I've been in around the world.
Tokyu HandsTokyu Hands isn't really comparable to Home Depot or Lowes in the US. Yes, they are both DIY type stores but Home Depot and Lowes focus exclusively on home improvement. Tokyu Hands is more like a massive hobby store. A few of the floors focus on h...
Japanese ElectronicsAhh the memories of GOMI hunts.
US soldiers stationed in Japan don't really make a lot of money so many of use lower enlisted would go Gomi Hunting for TVs, applicances, and just pots and pans. My TV, VCR (this was 1992), and radio all came from a...
Laptop VS DesktopOne's a Mac, ones a PC. Is there really any point for discussion?
Ok, I'll take off my fanboi hat now (^_^)
IMO desktops are slowly heading towards their eventual abandonment. The only exception MIGHT be high powered Dev and gaming boxes. Howeve...
Japanese PartnerI found the perfect woman in Zama Japan back in 1992.
I quickly clubbed her over the head and dragged her back to the US.
We've been happily married for just over 12 years now.
Wendy's JapanI remember going to the Wendys outside Yokosuka naval base. After a year an a half stationed at Camp Zama, it was great to have a Frosty. I quickly ordered a large frosty with my burger and fries.
That's when I got my reminder that I was still l...
Japan WeatherTexas and Louisiana weather is fairly unpredictable. We'll have a forecast for perfectly sunny skies then around noon time we'll get 2 inches of rain from a quick moving thunderstorm. Then 15 minutes later it will be sunny again.
And then there a...
GaijinI'll play Devil's Advocate here....
It should be mentioned that the video Danny is showing was posted a week ago so these events likely happened in 2006 or earlier.....
Now check the video from this article on Japan Probe: http://www.japanprobe.c...
Japanese FetishMy father in law would have a heart attack if he saw ANYONE smashing his trains like that. I'm sure his screams would send chills down the backs of every person in Hadano.
Japanese V SignActually its the official Japanese Gang sign. ;)
It took 12 years of marriage but I broke my wife of this particular habit. However, during my last trip to Japan my 11 year old nephew and his mom kept doing it. I can forgive an 11 year old but com...
Japanese V SignActually its the official Japanese Gang sign. ;)
It took 12 years of marriage but I broke my wife of this particular habit. However, during my last trip to Japan my 11 year old nephew and his mom kept doing it. I can forgive an 11 year old but com...
Japanese V SignActually its the official Japanese Gang sign. ;)
It took 12 years of marriage but I broke my wife of this particular habit. However, during my last trip to Japan my 11 year old nephew and his mom kept doing it. I can forgive an 11 year old but com...
