Autumn caught me by surprise
In the aftermath of the rain that rolled through last weekend (thanks to typhoon #7, or however many we're up to now) it's been shockingly chilly. I remember the warmth of summer lasting ages last fall, never getting truly cold until December. I shudder at the thought of an early winter setting in...
Now it's time for some links & Shawn commentary:
Woah, Ashton & Demi tied the knot. Let's slap an expiration date on that... anyone? Renee Zellwegger & Kenny Chesney lasted 4 months, Sofia Bush & Chad Michael Murray lasted a whopping 5, how long do ya give Ashton & Demi? It's like celebs these days are vying to win the title of 'World's Shortest Marriage' (I reckon Britney's 1st one must be in the top 10).
A slightly depressing but interesting bit on Japan (sadly, I can't say I disagree).
The "Rape Trap" - the contraversial new device in South Africa. Man, the things people invent...
A bit on Toks:
Tokyo was a wicked time, as usual. We stayed in a business hotel called the Asia Center of Japan in Akasaka. Great location (within a few stops from Shinjuku, Shibuya, & Roppongi), super-friendly, bilingual staff, free bottled water, reasonably priced = sweetness.
Thursday night we ended up at Womb. It was way less crowded than last time we went, thus making it much more enjoyable. There was actually space on the dance floor for us to dance the night away. We met loads of random Japanese, 2 of whom were heading to Ageha on Friday, same as us! As fate would have it, we wouldn't see them again as Ageha was rammed... all kindsa crazies packed in to see Lab 4 (from the UK), Yoji Biomehanika (Japanese, but much more popular in Europe than Japan), & Takkyu Ishino (very popular Japanese DJ). Of those 3 main acts in the arena, my fav DJ of the night was Yoji. He was brilliant! He really played to the crowd & got people into it. Apparently a lot of the Japanese were there for Ishino, but I wasn't so impressed. We got a lovely surprise as we walked outside at 6am: pouring rain & cold. Luckily, our overly-prepared selves (a skill we've learned from the Japanese who are the unrivaled masters) had brought rain coats! So, do I celebrate what dorks we are or how smart we are? You be the judge...
Now it's time for some links & Shawn commentary:
Woah, Ashton & Demi tied the knot. Let's slap an expiration date on that... anyone? Renee Zellwegger & Kenny Chesney lasted 4 months, Sofia Bush & Chad Michael Murray lasted a whopping 5, how long do ya give Ashton & Demi? It's like celebs these days are vying to win the title of 'World's Shortest Marriage' (I reckon Britney's 1st one must be in the top 10).
A slightly depressing but interesting bit on Japan (sadly, I can't say I disagree).
The "Rape Trap" - the contraversial new device in South Africa. Man, the things people invent...
A bit on Toks:
Tokyo was a wicked time, as usual. We stayed in a business hotel called the Asia Center of Japan in Akasaka. Great location (within a few stops from Shinjuku, Shibuya, & Roppongi), super-friendly, bilingual staff, free bottled water, reasonably priced = sweetness.
Thursday night we ended up at Womb. It was way less crowded than last time we went, thus making it much more enjoyable. There was actually space on the dance floor for us to dance the night away. We met loads of random Japanese, 2 of whom were heading to Ageha on Friday, same as us! As fate would have it, we wouldn't see them again as Ageha was rammed... all kindsa crazies packed in to see Lab 4 (from the UK), Yoji Biomehanika (Japanese, but much more popular in Europe than Japan), & Takkyu Ishino (very popular Japanese DJ). Of those 3 main acts in the arena, my fav DJ of the night was Yoji. He was brilliant! He really played to the crowd & got people into it. Apparently a lot of the Japanese were there for Ishino, but I wasn't so impressed. We got a lovely surprise as we walked outside at 6am: pouring rain & cold. Luckily, our overly-prepared selves (a skill we've learned from the Japanese who are the unrivaled masters) had brought rain coats! So, do I celebrate what dorks we are or how smart we are? You be the judge...
Here's Harry & I in the taxi on the way to Womb.
And me removing my leather jacket just as Nelly's "It's getting hot in here, so take off all your clothes!" came on the radio... (j/k)
And here's a pic at the start of the famous Takeshita shopping street in Harajuku.
Sugoi, ne? I love Harajuku. I took only 3 pics the whole time so enjoy!
posted by Shawn @ 1:33 PM
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You look so HOT Shawno!! Damn girl~~!! and you and Harry make a gorgeous couple. I love that red top too....HOT! Not much else to say except......HOT!!!
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