Teaching My Daughter to Ride a Bike

Just looking for a reason to flex about how awesome my kid is. She’s not even five and can ride a bike like a champ.

Enjoying Dad Life at Zushi Beach

Zushi Beach is definitely a hidden gem in Kanagawa prefecture. It’s a simple family beach suited for a day out with my little ones.

Working From Home With Children: My Coronavirus Challenge in Japan

As much as I want to avoid writing about the pandemic, it feels like everyday is something new that sets me off. These are the ramblings of a madman living in isolation with his family. You may or may not agree with his thoughts, but this is his perspective.

An Emptier Spring-time Harajuku

Recently, I found myself in the Harajuku area capturing footage for a project I’ve been working on. Because Japan hasn’t been rocked as hard as other parts of the world by the global health crisis, I forget how much things have changed. Instead of dwelling in the darkness, I wish to display the things that are still good or interesting in our world today.

Catching the Harley Quinn Movie at Akasan’s Studio

One of the disadvantages of living in Japan is the fact that we often receive Hollywood movies well after their premiere date back in the United States. A good example is John Wick 3. By the time it hit theaters in Japan,the film was available to purchase on video back home. The only movies that […]

My Semi-Quarantined Life in Japan

Another update about life in Japan amidst the global health crisis. Weird weather. Cancelled Olympics. And my hometown being ravaged. Is this the worse crisis I’ve lived through?

Foreigners in Kimono: Appropriation or Appreciation?

Spring is around the corner. Cherry blossoms are starting to bloom. For some, this might be a touchy subject, but I want to express my opinion on this topic. Are foreigners wearing kimono, and yukata, cultural appropriation or appreciation? Short answer – NO.

Yabusame: Japanese Horseback Archery at the Beach

I absolutely love attending Yabusame demonstrations. It’s a form of traditional horseback archery that’s hosted all around Kanagawa. In this video, I discuss my favorite way to view these demonstrations, at the beach.

Volunteering at Yokosuka Navy Base and Being Photographed for a Japanese Newspaper

My big cheese smile made it to one the major newspapers here in Japan.

In Defense of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Check out my unpopular opinion of this instant treasured classic. It’s the best fan faction put to screen.