Star Wars Identities: A Traveling Star Wars Museum

May the 4th be with you, always. Here’s a quick post about my Star Wars experience in Germany.

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.

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?

Living in Japan Amidst the Coronavirus Threat

Here’re my two cents on the situation here in Japan. New video about the touchy subject here in Japan. I should point out that the family is doing well and we’re doing our best to remain vigilant during these challenging times.

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.

Obsidian Perspective 2020: Dawn of a New Decade

New year, new ambitions.

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.