Afterstorm: Blognation Japan Launch Party
Posted by Quinn at November 20th, 2007 9:18pm under web, Japan 0 Comments Permalink
I live in the edge of Japan. I always felt like I am so far away from Tokyo and all the fun those incredible web developers are making there. It looks like things are about to change for me now. I wasn't really expecting Robert Sanzalone would bring this much excitement back from his Blognation Japan launch Party held at Shibuya in the last week. I was invited to join Blognation Japan chat room (Skype) and was so nice to meet new people there today. I'm hoping that I can help bridge Robert and those awesome developers. I'm so happy to be a part of this. Thank you, Robert.
And, this is the link to lead you to join the public chat. (Skype)
Little Persimmon
Posted by Quinn at November 13th, 2007 1:51pm under hearts, Japan 0 Comments Permalink
It's time to enjoy the ripe fruits in Japan! We have a little persimmon tree in the backyard. I just couldn't ignore to see the orange fruits getting ready to be eaten. If we don't take those, birds are going to have too much fun or they are just going to be rotten. So, we decide to climb up the little tree and have some for ourselves. How are you enjoying the season at your place?
Sound of Higurashi
Posted by Quinn at August 5th, 2007 9:44am under Japan 6 Comments Permalink
The most humid and hottest month of year is August in Japan (or is it so in most places in the northern hemisphere?) Anyway, Since I moved to here, a small village in the mountain side of Japan. I've been enjoying hearing the sound of Higurashi cicada at the evenings of hot summer days. Their sounds are nicer than other kinds of cicadas, which are loud in hot day time.
I wanted to give a hint of what I am talking about to those who think Japan is still in the mystery part, so I am posting the sound here. (finally!)
Excuse me if the quality of the sound is not good for you. This was my first try recording the sound. I would suggest not to set your volume to high though. I hope you enjoy!
Updated: I added Odeo player for this audio file, so you can play the sound easier.
A Star In A Bud
Posted by Quinn at February 16th, 2007 7:30pm under Japan 0 Comments Permalink
This is the photo of the star. Do you see it? It's a photo of plum trees in neighborhood. I think it has been warmer than usual this winter. If you are in the northern hemisphere, how was your place? Is spring just around the corner for you?
Anyways, I've been working on building new blog platform to replace the current one which is running this blog. I think it is going to take a while though. I am finishing some of my current projects but another one is coming soon. As a freelance web developer, I should't complain of getting busy!
