Okinawa

Just watched a documentary about an Okinawan musician. The next place I want to visit in Japan is no doubt Okinawa. More than its supposedly wonderful nature, Mr. Wanderlust is drawn to these southern islands because of its haunting music.

The Read-Write Web

The Read-Write Web. [Dan Gillmor's eJournal]
Bravo! Bravo! Dan got right to the point with that slide of his “But here’s how Hollywood see the internet.” LOL.

Scooter

Before I got a scooter in Tokyo, I only knew Tokyo in the way the train systems – my sole means of transportation – presented the city. For example, I didn’t know Shimokita was only 3 minutes by scooter away from Sangenjaya, but by train it would take close to 20 minutes, requiring an inefficient transfer at Shibuya. My advice to Tokyo newbies: buy a street map and study it closely, because very often your destination is much closer than you thought it would be if you are confined to a train map.

Jobs

Jobs Shows Off New Apple Products. Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiled two new PowerBooks, a souped-up integrated version of its iTunes, iMovie and iDVD apps, plus a new browser for Macs at his keynote address at Macworld in San Francisco. By Joanna Glasner. [Wired News] Ok, no new iPod but Mr. Wanderlust’s got his eyes on the 12′ Powerbook. Not too many things can be more attractive than a small, light laptop that can edit DV video and burn DVDs, except Mrs. Wanderlust of course. Think about the implications: Apple has managed to release affordable laptops that can churn out films anywhere as long as there is a power outlet. Filmmakers rejoice!

Apple Computer

Apple banks on digital media harvest. The Mac maker is expected to unveil a new portable product aimed at bolstering the company’s strategy to make itself into a major player in home entertainment. [CNET News.com]
What could it be? Mr. Wanderlust’s been waiting for a bigger capacity iPod to come out, because it’s a perfect idea for travelling with lots of music and not getting bogged down by weight. Let’s hope Apple doesn’t disappoint.

“Roll Cabbage”

Magokoro Shokudo, Kichijoji. One of the best roll cabbage dish Mr. Wanderlust’s ever had. And cheap too at 690yen. Click here for more info in Japanese.

Good day today

Good day today. With my “photographer’s block” continuing, Mr. Wanderlust decided to take a break with my friend Yaya and her family. Took a train and sat in a seaside Atami hotspring for three hours. After that it was time for some fine sushi.