Tag Archives: Tokyo
ten minutes hate at The Cat’s Meow
I mention that I have family about to arrive and they are so happy to hear the news, we talk of places my relatives should visit while they are here and it is a relief to turn to a less … Continue reading
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The price of everything
A comment on my post about this week’s book signing event made from the direction of the mortal bath, when added to a Golden Week spent with delightful visitors from back home, has suddenly opened my eyes to a universal … Continue reading
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The Teas That Bind at The Cat’s Meow
I will be signing books and talking about The Teas That Bind at The Cat’s Meow on Friday 11 May. The event runs from 8:30-10:30pm and tickets are 3,500 yen, which includes a drink, snacks and a copy of the … Continue reading
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You can’t, you won’t and you don’t stop, MCA come and rock the sure shot
It is difficult to credit, when you consider their later preoccupations, that the first incarnation of the Beastie Boys was a gift to tabloid headline writers, creating outrage wherever the group went, causing riots and scandalising sleepy British society. That … Continue reading
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ten minutes hate is on holiday
Feeling very lucky and grateful to all those who have fought for my right to kick back and enjoy time away from work. If you are looking for holiday reading material, my recommendation is here. Back soon!
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Friday May 11th, 8:30 -10:30 PM The Teas that Bind by J.C. Greenway at Biscotti Tapas
Reblogged from The Cat's Meow: The Teas That Bind by J.C. Greenway May 11th, 2012 8:30 -10:30 PM Biscotti Tapas ¥3,500 (includes welcome drink, snacks, & a book) What happens when the adventure you signed up for is a whole … Continue reading
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That time of year again
It is that time of year again, when every corner of the city looks gorgeous; when the large, famous parks draw the crowds but single trees tucked away down side streets are equally as appreciated and likely to be immortalised … Continue reading
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You never forget your first time
Me, holding a copy of the first short story I have had published Tokyo – 30 January 2012 It feels every bit as good as everything that led me to start writing promised it would. Thanks to everyone who has … Continue reading
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Sayonara
The shot pools clouds of confusion behind my eyes. Somewhere overhead, the pub stereo plays songs by bands from the distant towns I grew up in. It’s getting closer to the time to say goodbye. As the alcohol mists over … Continue reading
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After the rain
Plans to walk in the park, always happily made, are often ruined by the kind of rain Tokyo sometimes to unleash without warning. Even though I come from England I am still surprised at the weather here and how it … Continue reading
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