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For all of our guests who are interested in architecture or in developement of housing in Japan throughout the ages this is a must see exibition. It's a bit far from the city but offers a nice day out in the open. If you're interested see more here: http://www.tatemonoen.jp/index.html (only in Japanese)
After having grading, we had a farewell party,
Pic on the left side is Sensei Karl and Sonia, right side is Senpai Mark.
Bruised man is me. I will miss you guys, see you next year hopefully !!
Osu !
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Last Jun, I challenged Kyokushin Karateblack belt grading which called 10men kumite.
I had to do kumite(full contact sparring) with 10 opponents, preferably a different one for each round.
It was very special event for my Karate life. My best mates Karl and Mark from NewZealand they came to Japan for my grading.
I fought with Mark on the 3rd match. he was still tough and fast as used to be.
I knew him since he became light weigh champion of NZ national tournament 2001and 2002
Sensei Karl was the 10th men. I put forth all my strength to challenge him. I knew he was going to do the same. Last fight was the toughest but also most impressed fight I have ever had before.
They made my grading to be a special memory for sure.
Next time when you do 20 men kumite(Senpai Mark) and 40men kumite(Sensei Karl)
I will definitely come over for you guys !!
Osu !
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T has been doing martial arts for ages so I asked him if he wants to try Kyokushin Style Karate which I do.
He said he was keen so I took him to the one of our Dojo. We had a good training there. T had a good high kicks. Keeping up your training T !
I look forward to having a spar with you next time.
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It was beautiful day so we decide to take a water bus from ASAKUSA to go to the ODAIBA.
We had a local beer on the ship, it was very nice. You can do and see a lot in ODAIBA.
We tried the Muscle Park, it was just far out ! You'd better try this one I totally recommend !
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I went to Omiya Bonsai Village with my Kiwi mates.
It was my first time and I thought it was cool , especially when I felt like being Miyagi from Karate kid.
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Thank you guys I had a good Sushi night with you.
I hope you liked that sushi restaurant.
Don't forget to tell your friends about secret HOYA Sashimi
and that special sushi mate !
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Thank you for staying with us :D
Hope you had a great time with your friend in Tokyo. Have a safe journey to Hong Kong!
Located just five minutes' stroll from Oak Hotel, Shitaya Jinja Shinto Shrine is famous throughout Japan all the way back from Edo era for it hosts the first festival in whole of Edo (now Tokyo) in any lunar year. It's a quiet spot amidst asphalt jungle that is Tokyo today, a calm place to ponder on contrast between modern and ancient that is so vivid in Japan and to admire the architecture of old that prides itself on building whole temples without a single nail, just by fitting wood together. You might drop by and have a look on your way to Ueno station or park.
Some more photoes from the Fireworks Festival held recently close to Oak Hotel. You can see ladies in traditional clothes, spreading sheets in the street, eating, drinking, in a word, having a good time. This is what Japanese summer is all about :)
Looking forward to next year's alredy!!!
Thank you for your long stay. We were sincerely glad to find your lovely teddy bear!!! We do hope you will have a wonderful time for the rest of your traveling.
Thank you for staying with us. We had a good time to talk with you :) Take care and have fun in Australia.