The reunion statue of Dr. Hidesaburo Ueno and Hachiko was constructed last year inside the University of Tokyo to celebrate the 90th and 80th death anniversary of Dr. Ueno and Hachiko respectively. And during our meeting last Friday, I had the chance of seeing the statue. In contrast to the lone, sad presence of Hachiko in Shibuya, the reunion statue has immortalized the happy moment everytime Hachiko meets his master Hidesaburo.
Tag: Tokyo
Flashnote: The Gundam Pursuit
The Gundam Cafe in Akihabara is located just a few walk from the Electric Town exit of JR Akihabara Station. Outside, two Gundam robot models will welcome you for the unique dining experience. The interiors of the cafe is with relaxing futuristic ambience with Gundam-inspired decorations.The menu is also Gundam-inspired like the cup of coffee I ordered with the face of Gundam robot on the froth and the cheesy macaroni.
Flashnote: Cafe Of Owls
There are a number of owl cafes in Tokyo. And the most famous on the internet is the “Fukuro no Mise” which has many positive reviews. The name literally means “cafe of owls”. Located few blocks away from the Tsukishima station, its place is not that easy to find.
Hyakudan Hina Matsuri
Considered as one of Tokyo’s fanciest display of Hina Matsuri dolls, it is held at hotel’s culturally relevant Hyakudan Kaidan. This is a series of seven traditional rooms linked by a 100-step staircase. It was preserved from the old Gajoen building that was tore down in 1988 because of the constructions done at the Meguro River. It was assigned as one of Tokyo’s tangible cultural properties since 2009 by the Tokyo Metropolitan government.
Amoj In Wanderland 