June 17, 2007
Hong Kong 2007: Harbor, Felix Bar, Street Food
Victoria Harbor skyline, Felix bar views, and Hong Kong street food. A first-time visit to one of Asia's densest cities.
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June 13, 2007
Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen: Temples and High-Speed Rail
Rode Japan's shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto at 300 km/hour. Toured ancient temples, shrines, and castles in Japan's former imperial capital.
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June 11, 2007
Tokyo Food: Ramen, Shabu Shabu, and American Breakfast
A traveler's guide to eating in Tokyo: ramen, tofu, shabu shabu, and why McDonald's teriyaki might be a backup plan.
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June 10, 2007
Getting Around Tokyo: Navigation, Kindness, and the Shinkansen
Tokyo's subway system is intuitive and affordable. Despite language barriers, Japanese hospitality makes navigation surprisingly easy for travelers.
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