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OWL CAFE

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Name of Cafe: Fukuro No Sato  Address: 4F Harajuku-ATM Building, 21-15 Jingymae 1 Chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Opening Hours: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM Animal themed cafes are famous in Tokyo. From cats, dogs, rabbits, goats and to a slithering snake café, these places are often packed with curious visitors. But to keep things fresh, Japan is offering a more unique experience. You can now meet and play with real owls. Bob, a Eurasian Eagle Owl Barn Owls: Canon and Alto   There are several famed owl cafes in Tokyo. The one I visited is Fukuro No Sato  in Harajuku. It’s no sweat going there. Just get off at Harajuku station   and take the Takeshita exit . Turn left when you see the big arc and you’ll see this sign in one of the alleys. The entrance of Harajuku-ATM Building You will be greeted by friendly attendants who are eager to explain the rules inside the café. As far as I remember these are the things written in the rulebook: ...

GUAM: A Paradise in the Pacific

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1,551 miles from the east of the Philippines lies the island of Guam. It’s relatively small and just about the size of Metro Manila. You’ll often read signs that says, “This is where America’s day begins” mainly because the island is the first to celebrate New Year among all U.S. territories.  View from Two Lovers' Point So why visit Guam when there are a lot of pristine beaches in the Pacific? Well, if you love the metropolis and the tranquility of the ocean, Guam has the perfect fusion of both. Aside from its white sandy beach and glimmering turquoise water, Guam is famous for the towering 5-star hotels along the seashore. Frontliner hotels include Hotel Nikko , The Westin Hotel , Hyatt Regency and the Hilton Hotel . The seaside rooms will allow you to sip your coffee while enjoying the ocean vista. And everytime the sun streams through the curtain, you will be reminded to put on some sunscreen and head downstairs for an hour or two at the beach. Hotel Nikko ...