Author Archives: Lynda Philippsen

A Tribute to Toller Cranston

Precursor to the light in a dark age, he was far ahead of his time with entirely much too much of every quality not desirable in a male sport–personality, artistry, vanity. Continue reading

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Running for the Train

Like a herd of wild beasts, we’re merely running. Like everybody else. Continue reading

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Overlooked Beauty

Beauty this pervasive has become white noise. Continue reading

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A Meditation on Monotones

One of the most delightful aspects of travel through Japan is the way the beauty of monotones causes a place in the heart so often dormant to constrict. Continue reading

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Yodobashi Akiba, Tokyo

Yodobashi stores offer both excellent prices and the convenience of numerous products in one location. Continue reading

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Akihabara Electronics Alleys

We’re burrowing into the elaborate warrens often called “electronics alleys” which provide specialty parts for both hobbyists and professionals bent on building their own computers, stereos and the like. Continue reading

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Okachimachi and Ameya-yokocho Market (Ameyoko)

Fishmongers almost on top of clothing stalls, restaurants alongside high-ticket importers, sushi joints and dry goods jumble together in ramshackle chaos. Continue reading

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Bicycle Valet, Tokyo

Likely retired from his previous position as a company man, he now spends his entire day fussing over the bicycles. Continue reading

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Lightening Storm over Niigata

Not many minutes out, the first crackle of lightning and a whack of thunder hit—then another and another in a tempestuous show. Continue reading

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Touch someone with your love today

“When you are dying you need to be told how loved you are,” Barbara Winters says. Why wait that long? Continue reading

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