Anime we miss: Voltron Lions

From days of long ago, from uncharted regions of the universe, comes a legend. The legend of Voltron: Defender of the Universe. A mighty robot, loved by good, feared by evil. As Voltron’s legend grew, peace settled across the galaxy. On Planet Earth, a Galaxy Alliance was formed. Together with the good planets of the Solar System, they maintained peace throughout the universe until a new horrible menace threatened the galaxy....

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Sexy sensei
Jan28

Sexy sensei

I once worked as a part-time ESL Teacher during my brief stint in Japan. I guess being able to speak English was good enough back then (boy some co-workers were surprised when they learned I wasn’t Asian-American but proud-to-be-purely Pinay). But now, if I wanted to go back and teach again, maybe I should have another go at the gym. Especially if I were to work for

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Once you pop…
Jan28

Once you pop…

So what’s so special about these canisters of potato chips? Ta-da! They’re actually phone straps! Kawaii da yo ne? Image Source: Strapya World Image Source: Strapya World Source: Strapya World

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Japan Foundation, Manila presents A Night of Kabuki
Jan28

Japan Foundation, Manila presents A Night of Kabuki

Image Source: Japan Foundation Manila The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM), with support from the Embassy of Japan, presents, “A Night of Kabuki: Demonstration and Lecture”, a Shochiku Co., Ltd. production, on Thursday, February 7, 2008 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Ayala corner Makati Avenues, Makati City. Show starts at 8:00 PM. For more information, please check the official site of Japan Foundation...

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Don’t say “eww!” yet
Jan28

Don’t say “eww!” yet

Image Source: Akita Keizai Shinbun Before you hurl your meal to oblivion… The beetle larva above is actually fancy candy made with white chocolate and orange peel. It is hand-produced by Komatsuya, a Japanese confectionery and bakery based in Akita prefecture. About 400 pieces are made per day and all are sold per online (shipping in Japan only) for 210 yen (PhP 80) each. Source: Akita Keizai...

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