Darlo's Japanese Life (for best results, start at the bottom and scroll upwards)

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 77

2010-06-09T22:40:00.000+01:00

Another selection of random pics, including the okonomiyaki that I couldn't eat (damn mayo) Another selection of random pics, including the okonomiyaki that I couldn't eat (damn mayo) Another selection of random pics, including the okonomiyaki that I couldn't eat (damn mayo) Another selection of random pics, including the okonomiyaki that I couldn't eat (damn mayo) Another selection of

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 76

2010-06-08T22:21:00.006+01:00

By day we went to the Osaka Flea Market, by night we go drinking. Also featuring some things that were sent to me from the UK By day we went to the Osaka Flea Market, by night we go drinking. Also featuring some things that were sent to me from the UK By day we went to the Osaka Flea Market, by night we go drinking. Also featuring some things that were sent to me from the UK By day we went to

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 75 - The 2000th Picture

2010-06-06T12:55:00.000+01:00

The 2000th Photograph! So here's number 2000 on my photographic trip of remembrance. This was at the Osaka Flea Market which was fun to look around (Blog Entry here).

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 74

2010-06-05T12:46:00.005+01:00

A few fun photos before I upload the 2000th one to the album. Still haven't played Osakan Monopoly yet. A few fun photos before I upload the 2000th one to the album. Still haven't played Osakan Monopoly yet. A few fun photos before I upload the 2000th one to the album. Still haven't played Osakan Monopoly yet. A few fun photos before I upload the 2000th one to the album. Still haven't played

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 73 - Kyoto Culture Day With Elisa

2010-06-02T16:11:00.008+01:00

Pictures from our day at the Japanese Culture Experience Day at the Kyoto Prefecture International Centre. Read about that day here. Pictures from our day at the Japanese Culture Experience Day at the Kyoto Prefecture International Centre. Read about that day here. Pictures from our day at the Japanese Culture Experience Day at the Kyoto Prefecture International Centre. Read about that day

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 72

2010-05-30T18:39:00.009+01:00

A nice random selection of pics in different locations and different times, as well as a very sexy pair of my Japanese socks. A nice random selection of pics in different locations and different times, as well as a very sexy pair of my Japanese socks. A nice random selection of pics in different locations and different times, as well as a very sexy pair of my Japanese socks. A nice random

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 71

2010-05-29T17:49:00.020+01:00

Huge appologies for this being (again) really late. Now that my exams are done I'm planning to get all these pictures as asap. More fun in Osaka, and we say goodbye to two of our Konan friends. More fun in Osaka, and we say goodbye to two of our Konan friends. More fun in Osaka, and we say goodbye to two of our Konan friends. More fun in Osaka, and we say goodbye to two of our Konan friends.

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 70 - New Year 2009

2010-01-01T18:52:00.011Z

For New Year 2009, Martin, Maiko and myself head to Kyoto to visit some shrines and temples. That ice-cream by the way, is pumpkin and chestnut flavour. For New Year 2009, Martin, Maiko and myself head to Kyoto to visit some shrines and temples. That ice-cream by the way, is pumpkin and chestnut flavour. For New Year 2009, Martin, Maiko and myself head to Kyoto to visit some shrines and

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 69 - Pre-New Year Party in Shinsaibashi

2009-12-26T00:31:00.010Z

Right before New Years in Japan, I decide it's time to get a hair cut. We found a place at Nishinomiya Gardens that do any haircut (within reason) for just 1000 yen! We then partied the night away at Club Life in Shinsaibashi with many drunken games of Connect 4. Oh! Me and David also received an orange and a biscuit from a random old lady, so kind! Right before New Years in Japan, I decide

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 68 - Christmas in Umeda 2008

2009-12-23T23:48:00.006Z

Christmas Day in the Umeda area of Osaka, Japan. Me Martin & Pak hang out and have a traditional Japanese Christmas dinner ... right at KFC! Christmas Day in the Umeda area of Osaka, Japan. Me Martin & Pak hang out and have a traditional Japanese Christmas dinner ... right at KFC! Christmas Day in the Umeda area of Osaka, Japan. Me Martin & Pak hang out and have a traditional Japanese Christmas

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 67 - German Christmas Market in Osaka 2008

2009-12-22T22:49:00.008Z

Pictures from the 2008 German Christmas Festival at the Umeda Sky Building, Osaka, Japan, as well as a few other pictures from hanging about in Osaka. Pictures from the 2008 German Christmas Festival at the Umeda Sky Building, Osaka, Japan, as well as a few other pictures from hanging about in Osaka. Pictures from the 2008 German Christmas Festival at the Umeda Sky Building, Osaka, Japan, as

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 66 - Christmas Parties and the Last Days of University of the Year

2009-12-21T21:31:00.002Z

The last school days of 2008, and Christmas Parties at both Uni and Konishi Sensei's house The last school days of 2008, and Christmas Parties at both Uni and Konishi Sensei's house The last school days of 2008, and Christmas Parties at both Uni and Konishi Sensei's house The last school days of 2008, and Christmas Parties at both Uni and Konishi Sensei's house The last school days of 2008, and

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 65

2009-12-20T11:56:00.003Z

Konan University's Ajisai Room, Hanging around the Nishinomiya Gardens Shopping Center, and a the views from my new dorm in Umeda Konan University's Ajisai Room, Hanging around the Nishinomiya Gardens Shopping Center, and a the views from my new dorm in Umeda Konan University's Ajisai Room, Hanging around the Nishinomiya Gardens Shopping Center, and a the views from my new dorm in Umeda Konan

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 64 - Sayonara Kamishinjyou

2009-12-19T20:54:00.001Z

Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm in Kamishinjyou, Osaka Photos from my final day at the dorm

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 63 - School Festival and Sushi

2009-12-18T20:18:00.008Z

School Festival at Konan University, Kobe, as well as a trip to a sushi restaurant with conveyor belts. Also a couple of my dorm. School Festival at Konan University, Kobe, as well as a trip to a sushi restaurant with conveyor belts. Also a couple of my dorm. School Festival at Konan University, Kobe, as well as a trip to a sushi restaurant with conveyor belts. Also a couple of my dorm.

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 62 - The Kanazawa Trip - Part 4

2009-12-17T17:53:00.014Z

Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 61 - The Kanazawa Trip - Part 3

2009-12-16T17:34:00.014Z

Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan (huge appologies for being late in restarting the uploads) Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and around Kanazawa, Japan Photos from our trip to and

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 60 - The Kanazawa Trip - Part 2

2009-06-24T21:37:00.011+01:00

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 59 - The Kanazawa Trip - Part 1

2009-06-14T13:24:00.013+01:00

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 58

2009-06-03T17:48:00.006+01:00

I know, I suck at updating the photos, and it's worse considering I'm back in the UK. Sorry folks. So here's a selection of fun pictures from Konan University, a few of a gas leak in the neighbourhood, and one of the other foreigners I did that TV show with. Some pictures from my life in Japan. Some pictures from my life in Japan. Some pictures from my life in Japan. Some pictures from my

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 57 - Juso to Tsukaguchi

2009-05-03T04:18:00.004+01:00

So because I wanted the video of my (almost) daily train ride to be at the top, there's only one photo today. Sorry I've slacked a bit, but readers of the main blog will know why ^_^;; So because I wanted the video of my (almost) daily train ride to be at the top, there's only one photo today. Sorry I've slacked a bit, but readers of the main blog will know why ^_^;;

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 56 - International Party

2009-03-31T15:30:00.012+01:00

Pictures from a party held by Konan's International Circle, followed by an after party at Torikizoku (aka the 280 place) Pictures from a party held by Konan's International Circle, followed by an after party at Torikizoku (aka the 280 place) Pictures from a party held by Konan's International Circle, followed by an after party at Torikizoku (aka the 280 place) Pictures from a party held by

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 55 - Yet Another Random Selection

2009-03-29T05:40:00.001+01:00

Whether it's hanging in the Ajisai Room, munching on a snack or too, or photo's of toilet signs, I'll be there. Whether it's hanging in the Ajisai Room, munching on a snack or too, or photo's of toilet signs, I'll be there. Whether it's hanging in the Ajisai Room, munching on a snack or too, or photo's of toilet signs, I'll be there. Whether it's hanging in the Ajisai Room, munching on a

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 54 - Out and About

2009-03-28T04:31:00.000Z

As well as including the couple of pics from my 7 hour long walk, these are just some other shots of kansai. (Hi Chew factory smells amazing) As well as including the couple of pics from my 7 hour long walk, these are just some other shots of kansai. (Hi Chew factory smells amazing) As well as including the couple of pics from my 7 hour long walk, these are just some other shots of kansai. (

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 53 - Halloween (2 of 2)

2009-03-27T04:16:00.008Z

Halloween, mainly a North American kinda thing, but here in Japan we did our little bit. I was dressed as Spike Lee (minimal effort I know), and the night ended with a fun karaoke session Halloween, mainly a North American kinda thing, but here in Japan we did our little bit. I was dressed as Spike Lee (minimal effort I know), and the night ended with a fun karaoke session Halloween, mainly a

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 52 - Halloween (1 of 2)

2009-03-26T04:42:00.002Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 51 - Gifts From Home and Other Shots

2009-03-25T04:42:00.005Z

Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other random pictures (thanks Mom) Some gifts from home and other

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 50 - Osaka Fun Day (part 2 of 2)

2009-03-24T07:17:00.008Z

A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a Pokemon Center, then all night karaoke! A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a Pokemon Center, then all night karaoke! A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a Pokemon Center, then all night karaoke! A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a Pokemon Center, then all night karaoke! A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a Pokemon Center, then all night karaoke! A fun day in Osaka, a trip to a

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 49 - Osaka Fun Day (part 1 of 2)

2009-03-23T06:49:00.010Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 48 - Trip to the Whiskey Factory (part 4)

2009-03-22T06:24:00.008Z

As part of my Business module, we took a class trip to the Suntory Whiskey Factory. Remember Bill Murray in Lost in Translation? "For relaxing times, make it Suntory". As part of my Business module, we took a class trip to the Suntory Whiskey Factory. Remember Bill Murray in Lost in Translation? "For relaxing times, make it Suntory". As part of my Business module, we took a class trip to the

Darlo in Japan - The 1000th Photo! - Photographs 47 - Trip to the Whiskey Factory (part 3)

2009-03-21T06:15:00.003Z

Behold, the 1000th photograph added to the photoblog. Taken in the gardens of the Suntory Whiskey Distillery in Japan. But don't worry, there are LOTS more to come! As part of my Business module, we took a class trip to the Suntory Whiskey Factory. Remember Bill Murray in Lost in Translation? "For relaxing times, make it Suntory". As part of my Business module, we took a class trip to the

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 46 - Trip to the Whiskey Factory (part 2)

2009-03-20T06:12:00.001Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 45 - Trip to the Whiskey Factory (part 1)

2009-03-19T06:00:00.007Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 44 - Party at Hayashi's (2 of 2)

2009-03-11T11:35:00.001Z

The resident director help a pizza party for us all at 'The White House'. The resident director help a pizza party for us all at 'The White House'. The resident director help a pizza party for us all at 'The White House'. The resident director help a pizza party for us all at 'The White House'. The resident director help a pizza party for us all at 'The White House'. The resident director help a

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 43 - Party at Hayashi's (1 of 2)

2009-03-10T11:22:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 42 - Osaka Fun! (2 of 2)

2009-03-09T05:45:00.004Z

Me, Laura and Zoe hanging out for a day of fun in Osaka (mainly Umeda and Den Den Town) Me, Laura and Zoe hanging out for a day of fun in Osaka (mainly Umeda and Den Den Town) Me, Laura and Zoe hanging out for a day of fun in Osaka (mainly Umeda and Den Den Town) Me, Laura and Zoe hanging out for a day of fun in Osaka (mainly Umeda and Den Den Town) Me, Laura and Zoe hanging out for a day of fun

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 41 - Osaka Fun! (1 of 2)

2009-03-08T05:37:00.005Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 40 - The British Are Coming

2009-03-06T11:21:00.001Z

Photos from the British Fair at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka, Japan Photos from the British Fair at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka, Japan Photos from the British Fair at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka, Japan Photos from the British Fair at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka, Japan Photos from the British Fair at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka, Japan Photos from the

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 39

2009-03-05T11:03:00.007Z

Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan Photos from Japan

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 38 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 9 (Goodbye Koya-san)

2009-02-25T12:00:00.008Z

These are the final pictures from the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 37 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 8

2009-02-24T11:49:00.005Z

These are the pictures from the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in September 2008 Taken on the class trip to Koya-San, Wakayama, in

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 36 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 7

2009-02-23T11:30:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 35 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 6

2009-02-22T11:23:00.005Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 34 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 5

2009-02-21T11:16:00.005Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 33 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 4

2009-02-20T11:03:00.007Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 32 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 3

2009-02-16T11:31:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 31 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 2

2009-02-15T11:18:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 30 - Class Trip to Koya-San - Part 1

2009-02-14T10:17:00.011Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 29 - Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) - Part 5 (final)

2009-02-08T08:33:00.005Z

My that was a long title eh. Well here're the photos! Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 28 - Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) - Part 4

2009-02-07T08:24:00.006Z

Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) Taken at the

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 27 - Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) - Part 3

2009-02-06T08:06:00.004Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 26 - Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) - Part 2

2009-02-05T08:01:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 25 - Higashiyodogawa-ku Citizens' Festival (taken 21st September 08) - Part 1

2009-02-04T07:54:00.001Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 24

2009-02-03T07:43:00.003Z

This burger was more expensive than a McDonalds one, more greasy than a McDonalds one, more boring looking than a McDonalds one, so do you think it was better than a McDonalds one? No, of course not. When in Japan, always make sure you get on the right train. Otherwise you end up places you've never even heard of

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 23 - Walking from Okamoto to Sannomiya - Part 2

2009-01-13T09:22:00.000Z

One day out of incredible boredom, I decided to see if I could walk from Okamoto to Sannomiya. These are the pictures I took. One of the many awesome views from my walk from Okamoto Station to Kobe Sannomiya Station One of the many awesome views from my walk from Okamoto Station to Kobe Sannomiya Station One of the many awesome views from my walk from Okamoto Station to Kobe Sannomiya Station One

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 22 - Walking from Okamoto to Sannomiya - Part 1

2009-01-12T09:10:00.000Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 21

2009-01-11T12:24:00.000Z

Sunset in Japan is awesome Sunset in Japan is awesome Behold mochi ... I don't like these Behold mochi ... I don't like these Drying your clothes in Japan can be as simple as popping a line up on a balcony ... or using a tumble dryer

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 20 - My Goodies from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada

2009-01-10T01:17:00.000Z

And so ended a fun day At one with the phone I wonder what you thought when you saw this, lol The Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri Hello Kitty Flannel. Too cute to use, this is now on my wall. Phone straps are common here, in fact I've seen some straps bigger than the actual phone My new kitty-chan (hello kitty) mobile phone strap Who's that handsome fella? I bought this mask from a vendor and

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 19 - On the Train Home From the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada

2009-01-08T21:38:00.015Z

Taken from the train on the way home from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada Taken from the train on the way home from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada Taken from the train on the way home from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada Taken from the train on the way home from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada Taken from the train on the way home from the Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada Taken from the train on

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 18 - Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada (Part 5 - Final)

2009-01-06T11:10:00.001Z

Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 17 - Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada (Part 4)

2009-01-05T11:01:00.001Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 16 - Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada (Part 3)

2009-01-04T10:45:00.001Z

No your eyes aren't deceiving you, two picture updates in two days! Really trying to catch up a bit ^_^ Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Taken at the Kishiwada Danjiri

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 15 - Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada (Part 2)

2009-01-03T10:28:00.010Z

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 14 - Danjiri Matsuri, Kishiwada

2008-12-13T11:56:00.000Z

Been a bit of a while since last updated, my bad. Here're my photo's from Kishiwada's Danjiri Matsuri! Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, Japan, 13 September 2008 Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri,

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 13 (It's Sannomiya!)

2008-11-11T11:41:00.015Z

Coming live from downtown Kobe it's SANNOMIYA!Inside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubInside The HubThe result.Val and Ryan, playing an odd version of slaps.The first shrine (or temple >_<) I visited.Accross the road is a bar called the Hub. It's an (not at all, big dissapointment, don't even have

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 12 (Train Shots Galore!)

2008-11-08T07:40:00.015Z

Not many sarcastic comments in this entry, just nice pictures. On the train, somewhere between Kamishinjyou and Sannomiya. On the train, somewhere between Kamishinjyou and Sannomiya. On the train, somewhere between Kamishinjyou and Sannomiya. On the train, somewhere between Kamishinjyou and Sannomiya. On the train, somewhere between Kamishinjyou and Sannomiya. On the train, somewhere between

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 11

2008-11-02T02:33:00.008Z

And another view from Juso eki (station)Just incase you forget where you are.GHOST TRAIN!I believe you can get assistance here.People prepare for the arrival of the train.Yet another one of the views from Juso station.Another one of the many views from Juso station.Hankyu; I take these trains everyday.One of the many views from Juso station.Juso station.Putting the Withered One into

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 10 (Meet The Family)

2008-10-29T10:33:00.010Z

Today's pictures are from the day we moved out of the hotel and met our host families and dorm supporters.Another view from my balcony ... yes, I have a balcony!The first picture from my dorm at Kamishinjyou.A speech from one of the Vice-Presidents.Mr President.It's Dianna.Did someone dip the lights?Print-outs coming our way.Only YOU can prevent wrong-stroke kanji learning.Party in the corner!

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 9 (The Hotel Room)

2008-10-27T14:36:00.006Z

The iron (and board). I could say a joke about peoples height, but I really can't be bothered with that now.Great angle for the mysterious flash.Never used the bath though.The best shower I'd ever had.The aim of the spray was way too accurateYes folks, the toilet clearly understood Japanese better than me, but I still wouldn't want to swap career choices.Much cleaner from this angle (that's not

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 8

2008-10-26T05:58:00.008Z

View from the lift (5 of 5) ... just a reminder, this is a man-made island.View from the lift (4 of 5)View from the lift (3 of 5)View from the lift (2 of 5)View from the lift (1 of 5)My first vending machine purchases.Yeah, digital zoom does no justice to this moment.For some reason I'm reminded of The Sims.We never did use the tennis court.Especially in the mornings.As days passed the view from

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 7 (Japan Baby!)

2008-10-25T04:15:00.003+01:00

Yes, we made it to Japan, here're the photo's from the first night.I bet she has a great personality.One of the scariest statues I've seen ... EVER!Can you see the cat? Look really carefully right in the centre of the screen.The hotels dining area was pretty fine to say the least, with a nice range of western and Japanese breakfasts being served.There we go.Might take a while for my camera to get

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 6 (In The Air - Next Stop, Japan!)

2008-10-23T14:10:00.007+01:00

Pictures from the plane to Dubai and then Osaka. The next set of pics will be the start of Japan!Underneath this soft looking cloud is Japan ... probablyGassing the passengers means they have a happier flight ... what? Don't put that in the brochure?Who do I run into at Dubai? It's Leila! Where're you heading Leila? My, what a coincidence.Snazzy looking plane.Check out that Sunset ... Sunrise ...

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 5 (Last Photos in England)

2008-10-21T13:23:00.008+01:00

My final pictures from England, enjoy!Yes, on the plane I could listen to the 'Best of Anime' music.Emirates really had a lot to do on the flight right at the palm of your cheap Economy class hand. If you think this is classy, you should have seen 1st class!Hmm ... I wonder where they're going.Don't be fooled, despite having a plug for a laptop, there really wasn't enough room.Even though my

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 4 (More London)

2008-10-19T09:42:00.004+01:00

Aww ... kawaii ne!Beware the birds of the palace.Great Cristiano Ronaldo impression ... diving.This smarter than usual squirrel discovered that he could use a leaf as a brolly. Too bad it wasn't raining.The position of 'Prison Rat' was having to be filled by a temp."Let's go for a swim kids"Thisduck was a little confused and thought it was a flamingo.This is a duck who got pissed off because I

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 3 (STILL LONDON)

2008-10-17T05:06:00.004+01:00

The Latest Wave ... still London pix ... Japan will come soon!The Ice-Cream man. A legend of the UK.Inside Namco there's even a bumper car area.Even inside, this arcade looks pretty nifty.Namco Station, one of London's arcades. This one's near the London Eye.Cafe Manga ... tea?Cafe Manga 2A nice view across the Thames.It's just too bad the sun wasn't out today.The London Eye - Britains most

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 2 (LONDON)

2008-10-11T16:49:00.007+01:00

Slowly but surely, the pictures keep coming. ^_^By far my favourite picture of Big Ben's tower. Even though you ARE allowed to visit (after contacting your local MP or something like that), the sign readsTrespass on this Site is a Criminal Offence.This is a protected site under Section 128 of the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005.A day with good sunshine would have really boosted this

Darlo in Japan - Photographs 1- (LONDON)

2008-10-11T16:22:00.000+01:00

UPDATE: I've now added the comments to these pictures and will be adding more pictures ... eventually ^_^;;Big Ben's clock (as we all know the clock isn't called Big Ben ... Simon ^_~) ... one of the most stereotypical London photo spots.A tricky shot to get without constantly almost being hit by ... 'intelligentally challenged' drivers.Nelson's Column. Yes, the weather did turn miserable.One of