We woke up early (as usual) this morning and headed to Glitch Coffee for our final visit (to the Osaka location).  Since we were early, we headed upstairs to check out a tiny art exhibit featuring some pieces... Artist Gabi Brewer's Monstruopedia exhibit Artist Katsunari Shishido's exchibit Hinako Ouchi's exhibit Masaki Tani's exhibit We headed…

Had my pre-pre-pitch at 7:30 a.m. this morning and looks like there is one more pre-pre-pitch in the cards (scheduled for Monday, while I'm back in Tokyo) prior to moving on to the pre-pitch.  I celebrated/consoled myself with a late morning visit to Glitch coffee where we sampled two more beans...in addition to our favorite…

Blustery day in Osaka had us seeking out the underground passage to the Conrad Hotel and Glitch Coffee.  Spoiler alert: One does not exist. We were back at our favorite coffee shop for a Columbian duo - the X.O. rum barrel-washed Hula La Loma, and Cauca El Paraiso (Lychee). Also, a brownie.  All were excellent,…

One of the things we most looked forward to on our return trip to Osaka was a return visit to Glitch Coffee. Just step right up and tell the guy behind the counter what you're looking for in terms of flavor profiles and he will recommend something, let you smell the beans, and then, once…

Rainy morning in Tokyo.  The plan was to wake up early and head to Tsukiji for breakfast before checking out and catching the shinkansen to Osaka, but it was dark and rainy when we left he hotel and, some twelve steps out the door, Akemi had second thoughts and returned to the nice cosy hotel…

I had a zoom pitch early this morning, still hungover from that 60+ pieces of sushi/double sake carafe feast from last night.  And I thought it went pretty well.  Anyway, here are a few of the highlights from last night's dinner I didn't get around to posting as part of yesterday's entry... Always the culinary…

As usual, Akemi has been having a harder time adjusting to the time change.  While I slept through most of the night, she was up until 4:00 a.m.  As a result, I let her sleep in this morning and headed out for a solo trip to Tsukiji market.  I arrived at a little after 7:00…

My Top 10 Outer Limits episodes 10  The Zanti Misfits Embracing its b-movie trappings, this one is delightfully goofy fun. 9  Hundred Days of the Dragon Really enjoyed this Outer Limits version of The Manchurian Candidate. 8  ZZZZZ This one doesn't rank highly among most fans of the show, but I absolutely loved its loopy…

Akemi and I are in low-key scramble mode as we prepare to head off to Japan on Tuesday.  We are semi-packed and prepared and making some last minute tweaks to our itinerary.  And, of course, I've had to squeeze in a couple of zoom meetings this afternoon to tide me over during my two-week stay…

He likes his Brussel sprouts! Ready to head out! The Nap King... Out and about... Messy eater...

After sorting out the technical issues in Maricopa County, the final results are in! Columbo seasons 1 and 2 will be our next rewatch starting in mid-February (dates to be announced). Get ready for trivia, behind-the-scenes insights and one more thing... Check out this beauty, The Bilskirnir class Asgard Mothership, coming your way this May…

Season 2, Episode 13 "The Duplicate Man" This episode was first broadcast December 5, 1964 This episode was based on Based on "Good Night, Mr. James", a short story by Clifford D. Simak published in the March 1951 issue of Galaxy Science Fiction magazine. Henderson James' watch is the same as the wrist device worn…

A few that caught my eye this week... Black Canary: Best of the Best #3 - cover art by Ryan Sook Justice League Unlimited #3 - cover art by Tyler Kirkham Papa Duke #1 - core art by Todd Skull, Naomi Griffin Detective Comics #1093 - cover art by Juan Ferreyra Arcbound #3 - cover…

BEST: Classic Chocolate Symphony Frappuccino WORST: Chopped English Sandwich (beans do not belong in a sandwich!)