18Sep
It’s typical isn’t it? You sit in front of your PC and press F5 with Canon site open in order to get the news on the new 5D and nothing happens. But as soon as you decide to go to Gifu for a day, Canon will make a breakthrough announce!
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06Sep
When I bought this little cute Bonsai tree, I was told that it flowers every June, however only once a year. Imagine my surprise when few days ago the little guy started sprouting flowers. The flowers are few – so far I counted only 4 of them. It is a rather nice surpise. I take it the plant likes it’s new home.
I must say that most difficult part of looking after the bonsai tree is watering it correctly and making sure it receives right amount of sunshine. Additionally, there is moss growing near the root of the tree and requires less sunshine and more moisture. This adds to trickiness of keeping them both happy.
02Sep
Last sunday I visited Centrair, Aichi for the first time since my arrival in Japan (back in February 2008) in hope to acquire my favorite sweets – Kurikinton (chestnuts mashed with sugar). Traditionally, those are enjoyed with green tea throughout autumn. Unfortunately, they are still not on sale yet and so a box of “Raisin Sand” had to suffice.
These sweets native to Nagoya has very little to do with sand, instead Japanese “sand” is nothing other than shortened English “sandwich”. Each of the sweets is a two soft buttery biscuits with a creamy filling between. The usual variety can be easily obtained in many gift shops around Nagoya – particularly in the massive underground shopping centre in Sakae. Once bought they should be consumed within 2 weeks.
This particular variety deviates slightly from the original due to addition of raisins. Box can be only purchased in Centrair (possibly in Toyota City), so if you are passing through I would recommend grabbing a box or two, as it is not only enjoyable to eat yourself but also makes an excellent gift. Price for 12pcs box is 1550 Yen, alternatively 1050 Yen for 8pcs box and 550 yen for 4pcs box (although the latter escaped my attention).
Happy Munching…
