Saryo TSUJIRI (Kyoto Uji Matcha dessert cafe)

Saryo TSUJIRI (Kyoto Uji Matcha dessert cafe)

TSUJIRI is 155-year-old Japanese traditional tea brand. There is a main store in Gion, Kyoto.
Tsujiri Cafe is in Kyoto and Tokyo. There are plenty of Uji matcha and dessert menu. Among them, the parfait made with good quality Uji matcha is very popular.
(Matcha : powdered green tea)
Matcha dessert can be eaten anywhere in Japan, but I think that this cafe is the best.
The other day, I went to Saryo Tsujiri in Daimaru department store at Tokyo Station and ordered "Special Tsujiri Parfait".

Saryo TSUJIRI "Special Tsuji Parfait"

From above...Matcha soft cream, Matcha jelly, Matcha castella (cake), Chestnut, rice-flour dumplings, Bean paste, Matcha bracken-starch pastry, Matcha Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Matcha Jelly

I enjoyed all of them. Matcha was very rich and delicious.

In the store, not only the tea of Kyoto Uji, Matcha flavored sweets (chocolate, rice cracker, candy, cookie, castella...) are also sold. These are also very delicious so it is recommended.

Uji Matcha Gion Tsujiri official website
http://www.giontsujiri.co.jp/gion/catalog/

Menu is different from Japanese cafe, but it seems there are branches other than Japan.

Tsujiri official global website
http://tsujiri-global.com/

If you are interested, please enjoy the most exclusive matcha dessert at Tsujiri Cafe.

Saryo Tsujiri (Tsujiri cafe) ofiicial website
http://www.giontsujiri.co.jp/saryo/

French Toast at Cafe AALIYA

French Toast at Cafe AALIYA

Cafe AALIYA is near the intersection of Shinjuku 3-chome, Tokyo. The specialty is French toast. It is a very famous and popular cafe. Because the workplace is near, I visit several times a month. It's one of my favorite cafe. This time I ordered "French toast plate".

French Toast Plate at Cafe AALIYA

French toast with whipped cream and cinnamon powder, vegetable and chicken soup, iced tea

French toast was like a pancake with fluffy texture, it was a delicious French toast with sweet taste.
The soup was also very tasty. Soup is for lunch time only.
I can not make such a fluffy French toast by myself.
If you want to eat delicious French toast in Japan, I recommend this cafe. Please try it if you like.

Birthday Dinner at "Ristorante AL FARO"

Birthday Dinner at "Ristorante AL FARO"

I had a my birthday dinner with best friend the other day. This restaurant is a place where we sometimes use. We had a birthday celebration at this restaurant last year as well. This is a members-only Italian restaurant in Shinjuku, Akebonobashi.
We enjoyed a very tasty dinner. And we had a great time.
I would like to thank my best friend. I have passed 22 years who become friends with her !
I got a handmade fashionable cape from her for birthday gift.
I sincerely thank her. She is the one and only best friend !

Aperitif :
Savoy (sparkling wine with lime and luchee liqueur)

Antipasto misto del giorno (Assorted appetizers):
Roast beef, smoked pork with red beets, Terrine of chicken thighs, caprese, smoked ham, yellotail carpaccio with quail of spinach

Soup :
Zuppa creme di porro (cream soap of green onion)

Primo piatto :
Short pasta with chestnut and walnut cream sauce

Secondo piatto :
Carre'di maiale in carbonade (Pork sparribs stewed in beer)

Dolce misto (Assorted dessert) :
Pine nut cake, orange sorbet, chocolate mousse, crema catalana

After that, we were happily chatting over a cup of coffee.

Tokyo Joypolis 20th anniversary

Tokyo Joypolis 20th anniversary

Last week I went out with my best friend at Tokyo Joypolis in Odaiba.
Tokyo Joypolis is indoor amusement park game company SEGA of Japan is operated.
Tokyo Joypolis is a theme park of concept "fusion of digital and real". 
All attractions has incorporated digital elements.
Tokyo Joypolis is 20th anniversary. Some of the attractions has changed, but it is still our favorite fun playground. Because it was Saturday evening, it was very crowded.

Tokyo Joypolis

We did not get on too many of the attractions, but I will introduce some of the attractions that we played.

Wild Wing

An exciting glider tour of a beautiful virtual world. There was a very realistic and exhilaration.

Wild River and Wild Jungle Brothers

Wild River
Run the rapids on special raft. Genuine spray goes up.

Wild Jungle Brothers
An exciting adventurous jeep tour of the jungle.
Wild series be three in all, the tour content is different, but the same type of attraction.

The House of The Dead 4 Special

Carry out the mission in cooperation with two people, it is a thrilling shooting game.
Gun down zombies in ruined city. We also played "Let's Go Jungle Special" (Although I forgot to take a picture, the same type of attraction) Gun down the predators at uninhabited island tour.

TRANSFORMERS HUMAN-ALLIANCE SPECIAL

Riding on the motion ride that rotates the front, rear, left and right 360 degrees, shoot the enemy.
It was difficult to shoot the enemy in the upside-down state.
Since the violently rotating, we became bad feeling.

Dark Chapel

3D movie takes to a forbidden ceremony in the old church.
It was very realistic 3D movie. 
There was a little bit of love story element in the horror movie.

Fortune Forest

This forest tells us our future by mysterious rune divination.

It can divine such as whole luck and love luck and work luck, etc.... 

Dipping dots Ice-cream

This ice cream is a specialty here "Odaiba rainbow with ｇrape popping candy".

Rainbow Bridge in Odaiba

After playing in the Joypolis, it is recommended to take a walk Odaiba seaside park. It is a great place of scenery and atmosphere.

Since the indoor amusement a park, we can play fun even on rainy days.
It is a very fun place. if you come to Tokyo, it is recommended that you go to Tokyo Joypolis.

Tokyo Joypolis official website (English)
http://tokyo-joypolis.com/language/english/

Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque

Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque

I have used cleansing to removes dirt in pores. As a result pore is clean, but now began is anxious about open pores. Finally I found a mask to reduce the pores at Kiehl's.

Excess sebum and dead skin will cause pores to open.
Amazon clay, Aloe Vera and oats grains and bentonite mixing
Amazon whiteclay : removes excess sebum and dead skin
Bentonite : clean to remove the stains with high suction power

Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque

After washing your face, avoiding eye area dosage out evenly, about 10 minutes. Rinse the mask is dry when it comes. Used 2 times in a week.

First, the face is sore, but the symptoms generally subside within about 1 minute. (May not suitable for very sensitive skin...)
Rinse off after 10 minutes, and my skin is so smooth and tightened.
I continue to use for a few months, I feel the pores have become smaller.
Skin tone became brighter than before.
It is the product I want to continue to use in the future. Strongly recommended.

It is a charity limited edition package.
In 2011, Fukushima and Tohoku regions in Japan, about 20,000 people were killed or missing by the damage of the earthquake and tsunami.
It is a charity project to plant cherry trees in the area of the earthquake damage.
The purpose is to heal the victims, is because we do not forget the tragedy.

HIE JINJA (HIE SHRINE)

HIE JINJA (SHRINE)

I will introduce the shrine that I visit often.
Hie Shrine is located in the lined with high-rise buildings of the Akasaka-Nagatacho. But it is still presence plenty of shrine. Hie Shrine is a prestigious shrine is one of the Tokyo five shrine. One of the Edo three major festivals, is also famous for Sanno Festival is performed.
I have no religion, but to come to the shrine and healed my heart, so I often visit the shrine. I also like watching the building, to take a walk.

Shya-den (main building of shrine)

Hie Shrine was designated as a Government Shrine before the Second World War, and was a highly respected place of worship for the people of Tokyo.
In 1478, Ota Dokan constructed Edo Castle on the site of the present Imperial Palace. He also erected a Sanno-Hie Shrine in the compound for a guardian deity of the castle.In 1657, Hie Shrine and much of Edo was destroyed by fire. However, in 1659, Shogun Ietsuna Tokugawa rebuilt the shrine at its present location.
Regrettably, the shrine buildings were burnt down in the bombing of Tokyo during the Second World War, in 1945. The present shrine buildings were constructed in 1958 with contributions from numerous parishioners and worshippers.

Fuji-dana (wisteria trellis)

The shrine buildings were constructed in the Gongen-Zukuri style with vermilion-lacquered finishings. The Gongen Zukuri style consists of a complex roof system in which the Haiden hall of worship and Honden inner sanctuary are connected. The Heiden offering hall, Haiden hall of worship, Honden inner sanctuary and Roumon gate were so magnificent that they were authorized as National Treasures.

Temizu-ya (sacred water)

Temizu (Cleanse your hands before worship)
1. Go to Temizuya before worshiping at a shrine.
2. Take the ladle in the right hand,scoop water and pour over the left hand.
3. Transfer the ladle to the left hand and cleanse the right.
4. Transfer the ladle once more to the right hand,
   and pour water into the cupped left hand. Use this water to rinse the mouth.
5. Wash the left hand once more.
6. Return the ladle to its original position.

Shin-mon (shrine gate)

Climb the stairs and arrive at Shin-mon.
Hie shrine is it seems blessings in business and marriage baptized child delivery and good-luck charm and wish success.

Omote sando (Sanno Otoko-zaka)

The new approach, Sanno Bridge of Akasaka district are also outfitted with escalator.

Sanno Torii

Along the highway, big Sanno Torii are built.
Access to the Hie Shrine is 3 minutes away from the "Tameikesanno" of subway Metro Ginza or Nanboku line.

Close to the Houses of Parliament. Please try to go to the Hie Shrine in passing tourist. It is a shrine with a very respectable and impressive.

Hie Jinja official wed site (English)
http://www.hiejinja.net/en/

Fashion Haul in Vancouver

Fashion Haul in Vancouver

Since Canada has a higher consumption tax, usually I do not do much shopping in Canada.
But the Canadian dollar is weak, I purchased a favorite American brand clothes and bags in Vancouver.

MARC JACOBS
Canvas Chipped Studs Shoulder Tote

One of the purposes of my trip was to buy this bag.
I fell in love with the metal studs design of this bag.
Cotton fabric roomy tote. It is very cute and casual.

IVANKA TRUMP
Lightweight Wrap Dress

Tommy Hilfiger
Lace-up dress

Cynthia Rowley
Empire waist dress

Because I am a small, it is difficult to find American brand clothes of my size.

High waistline dress suits me. 

Which dress will also be worn all year round.

Victoria's Secret
The Angel Sleep Tee

When I go to the United States or Canada, I always buy this T-shirt.

It is my ordinary sleep wear. Angel sleep Tee + Gap pure body modal shorts is my favorite style.

Storybrooke Once Upon a Time shooting tour

Storybrooke Once Upon a Time shooting tour

After eating the fish and chips at Pajo's, we went to see the shooting and the location "Storybrooke" of Once Upon a Time in Steveston.
Storybrooke, the little town in TV Series Once Upon a Time is actually the picturesque village of Stevenston in Richmond, BC Canada.

Steveston is a port city of about one hour by train and bus from Vancouver.
After 2011, it seems the city of Stevenson is transformed into a Storybrooke every time of the shooting.

Storybrooke Post Office
(Tourism Richmond Visitor Center)

Tourism Richmond Visitor Center and History Museum
Official merchandise of Once Upon a Time has been sold. We got a free map and booklet.

Storybrooke Country Bread
(Romania Country Bread)

Granny's Diner
(The Cannery Cafe)

Storybrooke Free Public Library
(Nikka Fishing Marine)

Storybrooke Hardware and Paint
(Steveston Marine )

The Rabbit Hole

Mr. Gold PAWNBROKER
(It's Posh)

It's POSH ! (gift shop)
http://www.itsposh.ca/

Storybrooke Cannery
(Gulf of Georgia Cannery)

Once Upon a Time shooting

Community center nearby
We watched the scene in Regina's mausoleum. I was able to see the Regina (Lana Parrilla) and Snow (Ginnifer Goodwin).

It was hard to wait very long time, but it was very fun to watch the shooting.
Because it was Lana Parrilla's birthday, all visitors sang a birthday song for her.
She was pleased. We had a very enjoyable time.

You can see the shooting schedule here.
https://www.facebook.com/RealStorybrooke/

Executive Hotel Le Soleil in Vancouver

Executive Hotel Le Soleil in Vancouver

During the trip, I stayed in this hotel.
I have stayed several times in "Executive Hotel" in the United States. It was very cozy, so comfortable every time. So I chose "Executive Hotel" again. Location and free Wi-Fi is also a decisive factor.
The hotel is located in the downtown, it is close to Sky Train Burrard Station.
It is close to Vancouver Art Gallery and Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, and Pacific Centre. It is a convenient location for shopping and sightseeing.
Near the hotel, there is also a bus stop towards the North Vancouver and West Vancouver.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (One Queen Bed)

Bedroom and living room have completely separate.

Not only the refrigerator, there is a freezer, it was very convenient.

In spacious space, it was a good very comfortable bed.

Irons and ironing board in the closet, umbrella are also provided.
Since it rains well in Vancouver, I'm so glad that umbrella has been prepared.

There was Aveda bath and body products.

I don't use bath and body supplies equipped usually, but I tried to use because of Aveda.
I like the rosemary mint shampoo. It was perfect for hot summer.

Very clean shower room of the marble.

I wish if there is a bathtub.

A view from the 15th floor room.
Look in the distance is the Harbour Center, a landmark tower in Vancouver.

It was very comfortable to spend. The staff was also very kind.
During the trip, I went to, such as West Vancouver, Richmond, Gastown, Canada Place, Stanley Park, it was convenient to where to go. I have stayed in various hotels in Vancouver. Location, comfort, price, free Wi-Fi ... Overall, I think this hotel is best.
I would like to use the next time again.

Executive Hotel Le Soleil in Vancouver
http://lesoleilhotels.com/vancouver/home/