A princess’s life Princess is a 7 year-old girl, whom I met while walking barefoot through the muddy streets of Nacpan. When she crossed us she looked at my feet and pointed to a small house where sandals hung. I approached her and told her to choose something, but she refused and put some fuchsia pair (so her, little me) on me, insisting to take them and well, I bought them. From there, she grabbed my hand and led me to the town’s church and we quickly reached the chapel …
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Golden Gai, Shinjuku
I visited the Ace’s bar, actually twice during my trip. The 1st time, I sat by the bar, asked for a Yebisu beer and for the story behind a Colorado’s plate that was casually hanging by the liquor bottles. The owner/bartender, Tsuyoshi smiled. He then told me that he opened this place after returning from a four-year stint in Colorado. He thought if he’d moved back to Japan, he’d have to take a piece of CO with him. So, he opened his bar in the Golden Gai area and hanged …
Japan, the place of the rising sun | Japón, el lugar del sol naciente
Japan it’s a country I had for years dreamed about and can confess today ranks high on my list! The architecture is forward-looking, but always in harmony with the natural surroundings.A principle also present in its culture. Its structured around black and white norms, but the purpose is to meet harmony. Harmony is the #1 priority for social behavior – taking priority over frankness and honesty even. So personal space, respect for others and rules are just a way to keep…yes, harmony. . Is quite astonishing that the streets are pristine, yet …
Bukchon Hanok Village, a bubble in the heart of metropolitan Seoul.
ESCAPE : Wander the alleys of the hanok village and experience the true essence of Seoul. This is the side of one the traditional hanok houses in Seoul. These houses are built in a specific architectural style designed to maintain balance with the surrounding environment (mountains, lakes, space, land contours) . Not only are they historical and beautiful, they are also very eco-friendly and sustainable using natural building materials such wood, clay, paper and stone. While in Bukchon Hanok Village you can:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀• EXPLORE a few hanok (traditional houses) within the …
How the hell did I end up here? | ¿Cómo diablos terminé aquí?
You look around and don’t fully recognise the landscape around you or your place in it. And think, “How the hell did I end up here?” Well, thats the kind of revelation I got after I explored the famous Gangnam area in Seoul. Tall buildings, lights, colors and fancy cars…what I expected. But, I also got to end my day barefoot in front of a 23 meters tall statue in a beautiful floral courtyard! A magical place that hides tranquility and peace right in the middle of the city. This …