Category Archives: Travel

Liu Qingyun was quite a hit with households across south-east asia in comedies from the 90s. As a well-known Hong Kong actor, he takes frequent roles in movies, though I haven’t been following the Asian movie industry for quite a … Continue reading →

The whole world knows that there are hair and beauty salons galore in Japan. Walk a street and you see at least five salons, turn the corner and there’s another ten of them. A close second to hair and beauty … Continue reading →

Hidden away in the suburban streets of Meguro, is a little shop  Baden Baden. They specialise in showcasing products made from young unknown Japanese designers, and the prices are pretty reasonable. I first found out about the shop on a … Continue reading →

In the Roppongi Hills shopping centre development we came across an interesting jewellery store and workshop fitout. The jewellery they produce is typical of Japanese designs – fine thread thin necklaces, little trinkets, some diamonds. It is studio that is … Continue reading →

Recently in Tokyo we went to a cafe with a cosy contemporary setting. A row of art books lined the wall, it made a fine background together with jazzy music to a hot meal. Just a few shots to show … Continue reading →

One of the best known Yayoi Kusama’s art works is this Giant Yellow Pumpkin located in Naoshima, near to Park Hotel of the Benesse House. This strong, iconic, cheery sculpture sits contemplating the sea and the freight ships that pass … Continue reading →

Many of you will have seen pictures of the Oval by Tadao Ando. Rooms at the Benesse House Oval was unfortunately fully booked during our visit, but we were able to stay in the Museum (as featured previously). One reached … Continue reading →

We called up the day before and were lucky enough to get a night booked in at the Museum! No hesitation, packed bags pronto from Hiroshima and headed north towards Naoshima for our brush with luxury. Hotel guests were able … Continue reading →