Jim Goes to Japan

Modern sushi pretty much originated here in Japan. The sushi we know and love was invented in Edo (Tokyo before it became Tokyo) as a form of fast-food. The fish were caught right out of the bay, skipped the fermentation process, and were sold road-side and in theaters.
If you ever get a chance to come [...]

Sorry for the short video! A lot of the places inside Akihabara don’t allow cameras. However, I hope you get the idea of what it’s about. If you know about Akihabara, then you don’t need me to show you anyway I’m sure.
Also, my free flickr allotment ran out for this month in just a [...]

I didn’t plan on it, but four days in and I’m homesick. It’s my first time traveling so it shouldn’t be any surprise. If it’s your first time traveling internationally and you’re staying somewhere for more than a few days, plan for a day or two of homesickness. Also do not underestimate its effects: nausea, [...]

There’s not much to say about the main drag of Roppongi. It’s situated in an area of Tokyo just outside the central part of the city and has been under constant heavy development for the past few years. In it you will find some of the most ostentatious buildings, hotels, and stores. Luis Vitton, Gucci, [...]

Earthquakes are a fairly common occurrence in Japan. There was one on the North end of the main island last night that measured around 6.8 if I could understand the news alright. We felt it here in Tokyo, but it wasn’t that big. Definitely not something I am used to! I’ve never experienced an earthquake [...]