Faces on the walll

And now time for some Edjamacation

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December 22nd 2008
Well well well....look who it is. I have recently spent some time reading over my various blogs that stretch back to my days in New Zealand, and realize that I come across as somewhat of a drunk. This is not the case..sure I may go into a local speakeasy once and in while and partake in a snifter of brandy or two, if the mood should strike me...oh who am I kidding, I just like to party. So ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo » Akihabara

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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