Me at the Top

World's Largest Ferris Wheel!!!

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October 6th 2007
So I’ve been feeling a little disconnected and need to vent a little about Starbucks Japan. First off they didn’t accept my gift card so that soured me a little bit right away. Then I usually go there to use an internet connection that I’ve found only if I sit in a specific chair, but the past few days I haven’t been able to connect to it (which really isn't their fault). On top of that th ... read more

Asia » Japan

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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