Notes from the 'Nog

  " Nothing good happens in the world by being happy and cozy. "    On the turntable:  Thunderclap Newman, "Hollywood Dream...

  "In his latest article, Ted walks the ancient trail from Kurama to Kibune, exploring towering cedar forests, hidden shrines, legend...

    The area around Yoshiwara station defines ugly, but for a single trendy-looking cafe.  Factory after factory after factory. I overtake a...

  "I rarely visit cities, so for me they are somewhat similar to safari parks... the chance to see exotic, possibly dangerous, creatur...

      Thank you to Writers in Kyoto for hosting my latest, a musically-enhanced journey though Japan's rail system... https://writersink...

    "Travel never makes one cheerful. But it makes one thoughtful. It washes one's eyes and clears away the dust."   On the tu...

    Thanks again to Heartland for publishing my piece, detailing a lesser-known walk through Kyoto's historically rich southern reaches....