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Tokyo Samba Carnival

August 30, 2009

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Asakusa samba carnival happens last saturday of the August every year.  This is to mark the end of summer. I am not sure if the timing is right, as the sun was blazing down the participants and spectators making it a sweaty experience.  Nevertheless, a great spirit and a great ‘show’

How do I make you little jealous ?

August 23, 2009

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Poem inspired by the book I bought over the weekend. ———————- How do I make you little jealous ? A book by the bedside. Tea by the left. And clock  on the sleep ?

Weekend at Okutamako Lake

August 22, 2009

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Tokyo city is a concrete jungle.  But nature seekers are not let down. They should look west. There is more than enough to explore in the western Tama area of Tokyo. I have already been to Mt. Mitake and Mt. Hinode in that area.  There are plenty of courses for the hikers here. I thought [...]

Number Shi

August 20, 2009

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Shi = Number 4 in Japanese. This independence day, I complete four years in my current company. Not to reiterate this had been my longest companion of my previous three associations. More I worked and hung around, more I felt the loyalty pays off. What is the average span of an IT guy in a [...]

Notes from Changi Airport, Singapore

August 14, 2009

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:  Third visit to Tokyo, but first one via Singapore. : Impressive as it looks. Terminal  3. One of the best waiting lounges. You won’t mind delayed flights. : Toast box served me for Peanut Toast, 2 Boiled eggs and Lemon Tea for 4.5 $. Peanut butter, though sticks inside your mouth. : Pick ACCESS-SKL [...]

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