Frozen 2 Gets Woker

Quick review. I saw Frozen II today and I think you should see it too.

Florence Might Be My Favorite Italian Destination

The Epicenter of the European Renaissance. Florence is possibly my most favorite city in Italy. History, art, and great food. I enjoyed exploring this lovely place.

Reflecting on the Beauty of Germany and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Bavaria

Germany was never a country I felt compelled to visit, but I was fortunate to be sent to Bavaria for work. It took only one trip to get me hooked. Here, I discuss and show some photos from my trips to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Tokyo Comic Con 2019: Geek Culture from Japan

I have a confession to make, Tokyo Comic Con is the only comic book convention I’ve ever attended. I’ve heard about the chaos at fan conventions back in America, I’m sure they’re lovely. My perspective and experiences are narrower. Tokyo Comic Con is small, intimate, and of course, fun. It retains all the trimming of a convention with Japanese charm added to the mix. This year we had a star-studded cast of celebrity guests at this year’s show; Orlando Bloom, Jude Law, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Rupert Grint, Zachary Levi and Ian Somerhalder. The boldest line-up since the inaugural show four years ago.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian – A Pleasant Surprise

I’m not the biggest Star Wars fan. I’m just a dad who enjoyed the movies growing up. Giving my first impressions of the new spin-off series.

Sending My Kid to Japanese School

I’m always proud of my daughter’s ability to speak Japanese. A skill attained from taking advantage of our life living overseas.

Finishing Graduate School: An Achievement Unlocked

Look what came in the mail!

Halloween in Japan: My 2019 Review

Halloween in Japan is a week-long event. This year differs from past festivals due to the rugby championships being hosted in the country and new regulations against drinking in public. Still, this year’s Japanese Halloween was amazing. Blink and you might miss the special appearance by Akasan from Comics Plus. Check it out!

Enduring the Spartan Race in Japan

The Spartan Race is a popular obstacle course racing brand that’s increasing in its popularity in Japan. I want to share my experiences tackling the races, here in Japan, with you.

Breastfeeding Rooms in Japan

Traveling with kids is a challenge. As a parent you learn to appreciate the little amenities setup to make the adventure easier. Enter the super awesome nursing rooms scattered throughout Japan.