Wandering Wojcik
Oh Hi, Ojai!

Oh Hi, Ojai!

January 22, 2026
Restaurant/Bar
Around the winter holidays, I enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and simply relax. Though it's comforting to go to familiar places, it can be good to explore new areas as well. My wife and I recently had the pleasure of venturing to a…
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A Quick Reflection

A Quick Reflection

December 1, 2024
Coffee Talk
In the States, Thanksgiving has come and gone. A time to come together with family, to look back at everything you have, to be grateful for not only what you have, but for who you have in your life. We made a drastic change this year, having moved from…
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Walking in Osaka: Dotonbori

Walking in Osaka: Dotonbori

October 8, 2024
Japan
When people talk about Japan, the main places that come to mind are "Tokyo", "Kyoto", and maybe "Hokkaido". There's other place often comes to mind, and that's "Osaka". But what's so special about Osaka, you ask? There's a reason why many people who visit Japan cite it as their…
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Thank you, Toriyama-san

Thank you, Toriyama-san

April 14, 2024
Anime/Manga
It's amazing how someone you've never met can have such a profound impact on your life. When I was in elementary school, I went on a 5th grade camping trip. It was only for a few days, but it was the first time I spent that long away from…
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Thunder Tacos: A Taste of Mexican Food in Japan

Thunder Tacos: A Taste of Mexican Food in Japan

March 3, 2024
Japan
Having moved from Los Angeles to Japan, there are of course differences to grapple with. When people ask me about the thing I miss the most (besides family/friends), I always respond with "the food", specifically "Mexican food". For whatever reason, this cuisine hasn't found enough popularity in the country…
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From Cards to Class: Hotel Marufukuro

From Cards to Class: Hotel Marufukuro

February 12, 2024
Hotel
When I first began this website, one of the first experiences I detailed was my first trip to Kyoto. In that entry, I mentioned that my first stop in the prefecture was the old Nintendo headquarters. circa 2017 This was the place that housed the company's humble beginnings producing…
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Fossil Fun: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

Fossil Fun: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

November 5, 2023
Japan
The last time I remember going to any sort of fossil museum was going to the Museum of Natural History in Los Angeles when I was about 10. That was during the 90's, when dinosaurs were at the forefront of pop culture. The premiere of "Jurassic Park", "Land Before…
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A Charming Collaboration: Joetsu Aquarium & Animal Crossing

A Charming Collaboration: Joetsu Aquarium & Animal Crossing

October 1, 2023
Japan
Two of my favorite things are travelling and videogames. Though separate, there are occasions when the two are combined. We recently had such an opportunity while visiting the Joetsu Aquarium in Niigata, Japan. Most of the time, this aquarium is simply a very nice place to view aquatic creatures.…
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8-Bit Cafe: Nostalgia and Friends in Shinjuku

8-Bit Cafe: Nostalgia and Friends in Shinjuku

May 21, 2023
Japan
One of my favorite things to do is go to a nice bar or cafe with a small group of friends and simply chat. Years ago it was something done almost weekly, now it has become something of a rare occasion. When one of my good friends said he…
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