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Gomenasai!
Sorry I couldn't make it at the last minute but Tohoku was so beautiful that it held up my return to Tokyo. Glad you enjoyed the bad-ass of culinary cooking at the gtg, can't wait to see what you guys have. I would've chosen the tasting menu over ala carte!
Where did you have the Matsuzaka and Kobe beef? Have you tried Satou over at Kichioji? Its gotten pretty famous for providing prime beef at reasonable prices, not to say the least that there's always a long queue for their popular beef balls croquette.
Japan is my favourite destination in Asia, been there at least once every year since 2000. Love the North for their onsens and great scenery while Osaka draws me for their food. The environs and atmosphere between Osaka and Tokyo is different when it comes to food, it just feels that way to me!
Lionel
Greetings from the Land of the Rising Sun!
Hello all! We just got back from a great time on the PuristS Tokyo trip. Here's a few pics: Thanks to those who attended the PuristS GTG's! It was a pleasure meeting everyone and hope to do it again. More pics on the way! -MW This message has been edited ...
Atama ga itai, yo!
Hi Ming, I have a headache now, just looking at those pictures! I was hoping that I could get over to Japan for that GTG but, alas! Japan is my favorite place to visit. Love the food, the people, the food, the beautiful countryside, the food, the history,...
Ko-nechi-wa masterpiece!
Hello Bob! Wish you could have joined us! You are 100% right about the food, people, and history! As for samurai I thought this statue was bada$$! These two found in the streets of Asakusa were funny: -MW...
Bikurishimashita!
Hi Ming, Been to Asakusa a few times but don't recall those "ukiyo-e" characters. Japan sure has some outstanding displays. Sore jya, Bob
Aloha, Stephen,
Don't wait too long! I WISH i was heading to Japan soon! I'm doing fine. Too bad you weren't able to make the GTG. Will definitely let you when I make the trip. Aloha! Bob
Wished I was there...
Looks like you guys had a great time! I still remember the good food in Japan. Yum!
Food in Tokyo...
We had Matsuzaka and Kobe beef and it was incredible! Wait until ED209 posts food pics in WFED forum and here in TimeOut. -MW
Cool pictures, MW!
I love the first one, with the slick-looking sidewalk, fresh from rain possibly. Glad to hear that you had a good time! Any foodie pics for me? Cheers, Daos
Silly question Daos! Of course we got....
Hello Daos! Sorry to have missed you at the last L.A. GTG but we were having too much fun on the PuristS GTG in Taiwan and Japan! And yes we definitely have some interesting food pics! We did hole-in-the-wall to Michelin Star so we got all the bases cover...
Oh! So cute!
I love it, MW, thanks! Looks like a Coke slushy! Yum! I like that new AP Bumblebee. It's my second favorite ROO after the Volcano! Lava trumps bees -- but just barely! Missed you at the GTG too, but had TONS of fun with the whole gang. Glad you guys enjoy...
LOL! Buzzz...zzzz...
And thanks to that "closet Purist" who so kindly remembered to stop for that refreshment!!! ;-) Ahhh, fond memories!!! TM
Great photos
Thanks for posting it really makes me want to go. I usually go to Hong Kong, since it seems so much easier than Tokyo, but I rally have to change my plans. GEO
Thanks GEO...
Tokyo, like Hong Kong, is a interesting city. It's somewhat difficult to find restaurants as even the cab drivers don't know where these places are! Luckily we had the concierge print up a map and handed to the driver but when you get out, it's a bit of a...
Kowloon
Yes, Kowloon, Tsimshatsui. The Holiday Inn hotel or something else in that area. It's such an easy city to walk thru. GEO
I've only been to HK once...
Hello GEO, I've only been to Hong Kong once back in 2001. Very fun city. The food is sooo good over there isn't it? -MW
SO looking forward to the next installment
of photos and write-ups. Truly a magical place. Am sure you guys ENJOYED. Thanks for sharing!!
Ming, glad you all had a wonderful time!
And many sincere apologies for not being able to attend the GTG, nor be with you guys for even an evening! I am truly sorry! But well, i'm sure there is always a next time, and I shall try my best to be there! Take cares then, and i'm looking forward to t...
Hello BluNotte!
Too bad you couldn't join us, dinner was great! I'll post the food pics of the GTG, it was delicious! -MW
Here's a pic just for you Anthony! =)
We made a special trip to a place just for you Anthony! Your favorite...........squid guts!!!!!!!! Hopefully ED209 posts some of the food pics he took. -MW...
A Tokyo landmark...
Tokyo Tower... Looking down the glass floor from atop the tower: The night time view from the streets of Roppongi, Tokyo: -MW...
Love the AP shot, ED209,
I love how the the orange tower is framed with the green tree tops and the gray streets. Aloha, Bob
Great photos Ed and Ming
Look like another great adventure. I look forward to seeing more photos from your travels. JerryW
Hello Jerry!
Wish you were there with us as it was another fun adventure. Hope to see you soon! -MW
I love the first pic . . .
. . . with the Denny's billboard . . . no matter how far away you go, it seems you can't leave home ;-). Let's see pics of watch stores loaded with Credors and Grand Seikos next! Best regards, Art
Thanks Art! We stopped by...
Hello Art! We stopped by the store Wako which had a extensive line of Credors and Grand Seikos. They had a GS high beat LE Wako with a green dial that was very interesting. Sorry we didn't take pics. -MW
Great post -my trips tend to be on the "alternative side"
I find all the weird stuff. This was last year. I love Japan. Great Seiko store in Terminal One at Narita. Fell in love with a $9M Grand Seiko there. Sadly, our love affair was short-lived by the nagging from my wallet. The Omega store, rocked, too....
I knew I should've gone...
and I would have if it hadn't been for the darned work / family obligations. Oh well, maybe next time. Cheers guys.
Gomenasai!
Sorry I couldn't make it at the last minute but Tohoku was so beautiful that it held up my return to Tokyo. Glad you enjoyed the bad-ass of culinary cooking at the gtg, can't wait to see what you guys have. I would've chosen the tasting menu over ala cart...
