From Taipei to Tokyo 5am

From Taipei to Tokyo

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July 21st 2008
My trip in Taipei ended with a bang, a fun night out with Travis and all his pals. We attempted to go to this fancy club called *Luxy* but it was completely empty due to another big party somewhere else in town. We ended up in a tiny charming bar with colorful wall paintings and perfectly set lighting, topped off with the best music I have ever heard played in a bar. It is officially my favorite b ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more