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Nov 08 2004 Leave a Comment

Motor Show melee

A couple of days ago I posted a few pictures from this year’s Tokyo Motor Show. But like any motor event worth of its salt, as well as a vast amount of vehicles on display, there was a similarly large bevy of beauties.

Now whilst a few people could be spotted actually taking pictures of cars, they were very few and far between. As the majority of the camera wielding (and male) crowd was intent on saving important film and memory card space for the scantily clad ladies doing all the promoting.

So much so in fact, that the booth that garnered the biggest crowd was the one owned by Toyo Tires. And despite containing no vehicles (or indeed tires), there was no shortage of interested customers.

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But rather than enter the sweaty and salivating crowd to get my own pictures (I’m a big Toyo Tires fan you see), I found that a quick walk around the back of the booth offered a (quite literally) cheeky little shot of what I was missing.

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From what I could work out, a vote of some kind was going on. And as you can see, the man at the back is a big fan of girl number 1.

It’s a tough call though.

Categorized: Motor Show

Nov 08 2004 2 Comments

Glutton for punishment

Despite Japanese food being healthy, and the majority of its people very much on the svelte side, eating competitions are an incredibly popular form of entertainment here. Whether it is a live event or a televised show, these galas of gluttony have a strong and enthusiastic following. And having watched a few such shows on TV, I must admit that in a bizarre and at times disgusting way, they do make for compulsive viewing.

That’s not to say that Japan has a monopoly on such activities. Coney Island’s hot dog eating contest for example gets worldwide coverage. Although for the last 4 years the winner has been Japan’s Takeru Kobayashi. Who for anyone interested produced a new world record at this year’s event. The Tsunami as he’s known managed to wolf down a gut wrenching 53.5 hot dogs and buns in a mere 12 minutes.

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But a noodle and bread-eating contest held in Hyogo prefecture on Saturday ended in tragedy. One of the contestants, a 38-year-old woman, had trouble breathing whilst eating bread, and to the shock of the watching crowd fell unconscious. However despite being taken to hospital, the woman tragically died 9 hours later.

Categorized: Food and Drink, Television

Nov 06 2004 2 Comments

Tokyo Motor Show

This year’s Tokyo Motor Show is mainly geared towards commercial vehicles, but thankfully there are still a few interesting models (both transportation and female) on display.

The van below looks pretty cool as it is, and would certainly turn a few heads if it were to cruise down a busy road.

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But looks aren’t all this little beauty has to offer. As which self respecting DJ could be without a van that mutates into a music lovers dream? As the side doors open, decks, lights, and video screens shift into place. Something I’m sure would raise a few eyebrows around the neighbourhood.

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But if clothing rather than music is your thing, then don’t feel left out. Whilst personally I could probably fit my whole wardrobe into a small backpack, for the more discerning dresser this car/closet may be ideal.

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Categorized: Motor Show, Technology Stuff, Travel

Nov 04 2004 3 Comments

Super star

I have no idea whether this balloon-cum-light combination is an early Christmas decoration, a jubilant Bush supporter’s celebration (Mr. Koizumi perhaps?), or simply a novel bit of frivolity. But whatever its purpose, on a clear night it certainly brightens the otherwise dull view from a nearby station platform.

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Categorized: General

Nov 03 2004 3 Comments

Conservative coalition

Whilst the nation shakes its head in disbelief, its leader celebrates. As judging by his recent comments, the Prime Minister is a happy man indeed this evening.

“I don’t want to interfere with another country’s election but since I’m well-acquainted with President Bush, I want him to carry on.”

So for Mr. Koizumi, it looks like a celebratory reservation of a table for one.

Categorized: Current Affairs

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