One of the things that excited me the most during my Japan trip was the daily visit to the Japanese supermarket. So much so that on the last three trips I picked our hotel based on the walking distance to a Japanese supermarket. To be fair, it’s not that hard, as there is at…
I live a stone’s throw away from Prahran Market, the centuries-old market in Melbourne. It has been my market ever since I moved to Australia. I know the market like the back of my hand. Heavy hipster vibes, cute dogs tied outside, friendly sellers, and plenty of food tasting, there is so much to…
More so, as to the real-life and its’ cultural deception, Lion in tarot can also read in a negative connotation (reversal). Too little, too much or misuse of power (remember Mufasa of Lion King), spinning out of control, disgrace, even insecurity.…
Boozed up by the sake I started observing the beer lady, who I assumed is the owner of the Izakaya. She might be the jolliest Japanese I have ever met.…
It has been a hazy month. I could only recall not leaving the house for days at a time, thanks to the tiring lockdown. I watched Population 436, cried while rewatching The Office finale, organized my closet, and talked to my parents daily. I got a tarot cloth for better tarot picture-taking. I also…
Izakaya is a small Japanese styled bar that serves small portion dishes and alcoholic drinks. It’s one of the authentic Japanese cultural experiences you wouldn’t want to miss when travelling in Japan. It’s also the place I frequented the most in Japan, even more than temples and shrines. My First Izakaya Experience Hole In…