Costco Kyoto: Winter Opening
Originally, Costco was planning to open doors at the new Kyoto store at the beginning of fall. However, they have pushed the opening date back to the beginning of winter. The actual dates they will be opening doors in winter is anyone’s guess. Currently, the Kyoto store is taking applications online. Applications can be downloaded from their website. For more information, visit the Costco website online. http://www.costco.co.jp/eng/emp.htm
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Double Typhoon Trouble
Japan is still getting over typhoon 12 that hit the mainland a few weeks ago and now two typhoons, 15 and 16, are just off the coast sending heavy rain. Typhoon 16 doesn’t look to reach mainland Japan, but typhoon 15 is hovering south near Okinawa and hasn’t really made up its mind where it’s going yet. The current possible tracking route is saying the typhoon will pass slightly over the east coast of the Kansai region and along the coastline. If that is the case, everyone...
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Typhoon 12 Hitting the Kansai Region Now
This typhoon has been moving very slowly. First reports said the typhoon would reach the mainland of Japan yesterday, then it was changed to 3am this morning. But when it finally reached the Shikoku, it was 10am. The typhoon has slowed down tremendously compared to when it was out over the ocean south of Okinawa. It is bringing lots of rain and wind. Many areas near rivers and valleys are experiencing flooding. So far, there are no reports of mudslides, but the storm is expected to...
Read MoreCostco Ringing in People’s Ears in Kyoto
Costco has projected the new Kyoto store located in Yawatashi would open around the end of July beginning of August. From the outside, the building looks ready to open for business. But the doors aren’t open yet. Residents living just across the street from the unfinished store have been complaining to other residents about hearing loud construction noises, banging and clanging, late at night. My guess is probably because Costco headquarters is flexing their corporate muscles to make the...
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Shorts Days for Japanese Workers
The Tohoku earthquake and tsunamis caused an amazing amount of damage to the northern area of Japan. Aside from the thousand of lives taken, homes and businesses completely wiped out, Japan as a nation has dealt with the damage with exemplary success by pulling together by all means necessary. Businesses throughout Japan have sought to help by sending supplies and workers to the effected region. People have cut power to their homes and businesses. Schools have even contributed by cutting power,...
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Saturday’s Gonna Be a Great Day for Hanami
Rain is forecast for tonight and early into tomorrow morning. But by sunrise tomorrow, the rain should taper off and the sun should come out to dry up the rain-soaked grass and dirt where most people will sit to enjoy cherry blossoms. For diehard hanami participants, the rain is actually a blessing. Wet grass and dirt deter many from leaving their homes, which means those who do venture out will not have to beat the crowds to popular cherry blossom places. So if you are thinking that the rain...
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