TOKYODV Video Log

George Mauro’s video reminder of how peaceful the World Trade Center was only one month before September 11th. This clip has views from the top, inside, and base of the huge buildings. He created this video and commentary the same day the towers collapsed..
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Related:
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A visual tour of the Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai) on Koh Samui, Thailand. Monks, bells, birds, airplanes, and of course the big guy himself..

From AisaRooms.com – “Also known as the Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai), Ko Samui, is a 15 meters tall statue of Lord Buddha built in 1972, which is located towards the northern shores of Ko Samui.”..
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Two cosplay Japanese girls fight on stage at an ‘erotic’ show in Shibuya. This event was a ‘tame’ show that evening; The nightmares finally stopped a few months ago..

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One of the many dance routines at the Baan Boran in Koh Samui, Thailand. An evening of fancy Thai cuisine with traditional Thai dances.

This is clip from the Sri Chai Singha Dance:

“An archaic dance created and modified from the imagination of the Bayon Apsara Dance on Khmer murals; the Cambodian Ancient Era. The women’s style and steps with the music display the grace and elegance of the heavenly damsels (apsaras).”
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I met up with one of the founders of Vgo Communications to talk about their latest ‘active presence personal avatar’. I was impressed with the simple design, functionality, and price. At around 5,000 USD, I can see this little thing flying off the shelves for gandma and grandpa..

From the press release: “.. A remote worker establishes their presence in a distant location using VGO, a 4 ft tall stylish audio / video communication device. The remote person’s live image is displayed on the LCD display and they can be heard through VGO’s integrated speakers. With its intelligent drive system, a distant worker can maneuver in tight spaces and turn within VGO’s footprint. VGO can move from a snail’s pace to a brisk walking speed…”
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On my way to another shoot in Yoyogi Park, I stumbled upon the Digiko Girls ‘performing’ outside Hachiko exit in Shibuya.

The sun glistened off their shiny black boots as they squeeked out their latest tune..

No one seemed to mind they couldn’t sing since they provided colorful energy on an otherwise monotonous day.
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An interview with Yukako in her jumpsuit on the streets of Harajuku. She has long lashes, checkered shoes, and a warm gaze.

She tells us where she likes to shop, what she’s wearing, and gives specific detail of her desires for Christmas.. In Japanese with English subtitles.Originally released in 2003.
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A good friend scored me seats three rows from the Dohyo at the January Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. A great view looking up at the wrestlers. Aside from my aching knees, it was a perfect day. This is a video nugget from the event.

This match between the rising star Baruto and veteran Asashoryu turned out to be their last; Asashoryu retired after this tournament because of a report he started a fight at a club in Tokyo..
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