May 23, 2006
ring size
Measuring my wedding ring. I already forgot what size it is; ring sizes are the same as shoe sizes - there's a bunch of different systems. They really should standardize that shit.
Osaka Parking
Courtesy of the G-man, who declares, "I LUV OSAKA." ($100/hour fine for unauthorized parking)
April 22, 2006
shirumono
A garbage can we found in the parking lot of a town hall/ancient waterfall way out in the sticks. The marking indicates it's for disposing of leftover soup?!?
Tachiiri
We walked up to the top of Hatsuo dam and found the newest levee, a massive concrete wall currently only controlling a trickle of water. The harsh whiteness of the walls stands out like a scar viewed against the surrounding forest environment. This is a washed out photo of the No Trespassing sign adorning it.
March 29, 2006
Warabi mochi trike
Traditional Japanese tricycle used by warabi mochi vendors. I think this was taken in front of the guy's house! The trike was just parked on the street in front of the house, and the front door was open.
Radar Detector
My trusty cheap-ass radar detector. I go through one of these every couple years which is how long it takes for the solar panels/battery to run down. I need to run it solar because my Silvia's cigarette lighter is broken. Come to think of it, that's a problem I've seen on many Silvias, as well as the 240/180sx. Design flaw, methinks.
March 22, 2006
New Awaji Ferris
I was shocked to see they are building a new ferris wheel at the Awaji parking area close to the big bridge. That's just what this island needs! A new ferris wheel (there's already one at Onokoro amusement park). That's it, fuckers - take my tax money and RUN!
Skinny Fugu
The skinniest fugu in the world, seen in the fish tank of a Chinese restaurant in Tenri.
March 15, 2006
LED Lighter
This is like the coolest invention of the month - a disposable cigarette lighter with a battery-powered LED lamp embedded in the bottom for use as a small flashlight. The label on the side says it can be used 1,000 times for 5 second bursts.
Thai plant
This seedling, which my mom smuggled all the way from Thailand wrapped in wet toilet paper, is not happy. It was covered in two inches of snow yesterday and is currently wondering who the hell turned off the heat.
March 13, 2006
SAFETY FOR ALL
This ancient marking, when properly employed, is said to repel werewolves, vampires, and hungry OSHA inspectors alike.
