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Monthly Archives: April 2012
Uhh- What the Hell is That?
“What the HELL is that?” I ask that question at least once a day. Politely. Yesterday it occurred when Andretti-san and I encountered these: Andretti-sanĀ – “Eat it.” Not unless my other choice is being forced to watch the movie … Continue reading
Posted in Moving to Japan
Tagged Amblerangel, Culture, Emily Cannell, ExPat, food, Hey From Japan- Notes on Moving, Humor, Japan, Mangosteen, Moving, Tokyo, Travel
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Cherry Blossom Viewing- A “How To” Guide for the Novice
I`ve been remiss as a blogger covering Japan given my lack of attention to “Hanami”- loosely translated as “viewing of cherry blossoms.” I`ve felt a hesitation to do so given the ubiquitous coverage and adoration piled upon the petaled pink … Continue reading
Posted in Moving to Japan
Tagged Amblerangel, Cherry Blossoms, Culture, Emily Cannell, ExPat, Hanami, Hey From Japan- Notes on Moving, Humor, Japan, Moving, Tokyo, Travel
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A Stroll Through The Cemetery During Sakura Season
I am possessed by a morbid fascination with cemeteries. I`ve pin pointed its genesis to the stories told at my Grandfather`s supper table about the flooding of Elba, a small town in south Alabama. He sat on the roof of … Continue reading
Posted in Moving to Japan
Tagged Amblerangel, Cemetery, Cherry Blossom, Culture, Emily Cannell, ExPat, Hey From Japan- Notes on Moving, Humor, Japan, Moving, Sakura, Tokyo, Travel
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Getting Genki with Geisha Clampitt Style
A mini bus commandeered by Andretti-san and packed with invading Clampitts from Oregon squirmed ominously awaiting our departure toward downtown Kyoto as I faced the motley crowd to pose this thought-provoking question- “Geisha- who are these masked white beauties of … Continue reading
Posted in Moving to Japan
Tagged Amblerangel, Culture, Emily Cannell, ExPat, Geisha, Hey From Japan- Notes on Moving, Humor, Japan, Kyoto, Maiko, Moving, Tokyo, Travel
38 Comments