kenleewrites in 日本

Most foreigners I know living in Tokyo are extremely grateful for the low crime rate. I know I am.

The little things, like leaving your belongings on the table while you go order at the counter, leaving your handphone on the table while you eat etc., are very common occurrences. Anywhere else, I’m pretty sure things left out of sight will just simply disappear into the great unknown. Never to be seen again.

Although it really is safe and comfortable living here, I’m always vigilant – lest I start taking things for granted.

Saw this outside the Omotesando Koban (Police Box). Missing persons, arson, murder, extremists etc. I do feel pain reading some of these posters…

Thought I’ll help spread the word.

Why can’t we all just get along?

Chanced upon this interesting poster of Taro Aso, the previous "otaku" prime minister of Japan, when walking to TGIF for lunch in Shibuya. Done in the same style as Obama’s Hope poster, there’s an alphabet missing. What do you suppose it read originally?

BONE? CONE? DONE? NONE?

My best guess is … GONE?!

Remember this poster I wrote of earlier?

I found another one!

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As I was walking along the corridor today, my eye caught a glimpse of this logo. I’m sure it must have caught your attention too?

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After seeing her around so often, I became intrigued.

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Spotted a 3D ad on the train for one of those goodness-packed drinks/jello (?). Haven’t really tried any myself though. You know what would be great? To be able to reach out and grab a drink from the ad and it’ll automagically replace itself!