http://www.amerikajin.net Amerikajin: Life and Travel in Asia Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Grand Palace serves as the residential quarters for the Kings of Thailand. Although the current King and Queen do not reside there, the complex is open for tourism and events. Females wearing "revealing" clothes, such as short skirts, are required to wait in line and cover up ... http://www.amerikajin.net/2009/01/grand-palace/ There was no way I was leaving my taste buds hanging with just bubble tea and beef noodle. My quest continued at the Shilin Night Market to discover the best food Taiwan has to offer. This night market is the most famous by far in Taipei. I've seen Taiwanese ... http://www.amerikajin.net/2009/01/shilin-night-market-taipei/ The past few times at McDonald's I noticed I was the only one who didn't receive a sleepover invitation. With most of the tables and chairs put away at the end of the night, I was forced next to sleeping beauty here. Did my best to not wake him up. Guess ... http://www.amerikajin.net/2008/12/mcdonalds-slumber-party/ The Japanese hip-hop group, Teriyaki Boyz, will be making their US debut next March with their new album titled "Serious Japanese". For those unfamiliar, the Teriyaki Boyz are a four man group headed and produced by Nigo from fashion label BAPE. They have collaborated with US artists including ... http://www.amerikajin.net/2008/12/teriyaki-boyz-to-hit-us-market/ Growing up I never thought art/photography would be something I would learn to appreciate. Guess it just comes with age. I'm glad I got to visit an exhibition while in Taiwan. This is the exhibition I mentioned in the Taipei 101 Charity Event post. The first ... http://www.amerikajin.net/2008/12/akibo-lee-and-joshua-lin-exhibition/