# curtain (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover curtain. Page: Feed: --- ## [change](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/change.html) _2026-08-19 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Changed our curtains since it has been so blazingThese curtains were from when we were living in Osaka because Satoshi had complained that even with the curtains we had back then, it was too bright.Well, we got these the other day and boy does it shut out light!The left side is the new curtain, the right is the oldThey are too long because we measured wrong, not sure if I will cut and sew them... ## [domino pizza](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/domino-pizza.html) _2026-08-18 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ We recently ordered from Domino PizzaThey had a curry pizza that I wanted to tryAlso if you ordered a large you could get it at the medium price The Summer Curry Quatro :Summer Veggie Curry, Butter Chicken Curry, Mayo Potato and their KalbiI was surprised that on the receipt they tell you what each part of the pizza is, so you’d know what you were eatingUnfortunately, the way I took the ## [natural disaster (s)](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/natural-disaster-s.html) _2026-08-17 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Last week, Typhoon 15 (Chan Hom) passed Tokyo, we had rain but not much more, other areas were not too luckyThen Chiba had massive rain (I can’t remember if it was from Typhoon 15?!) and they had lots of flooding and some deathsThis past weekend, Tropical storm Lala turned into Hurricane Lala, so much rain and wind! for HawaiiAll the damage was so sad to see especially those fallen huge trees!I ## [kalbi](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/kalbi.html) _2026-08-16 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ even if I just came back from Hawaii, I was craving kalbi, the kind we have in Hawaiilooked in one of my cookbooks and found a recipe for the sauceI made 1/4 of the recipe (the recipe I am posting is the full recipe)Kalbi from Wisteria Delights Cookbook2.5 pounds short ribs, sliced thinSauce: 3/4 cup shoyu1/4 cup sesame oil3 cloves garlic, crushed (or use one tsp prepared crushed garlic)2/3 ## [two kinds goya champuru](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/two-kinds-goya-champuru.html) _2026-08-15 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ tried two new (to me) recipes that I had seen onlineThe first one used pork, atsuage and curry powderCurry Goya Champuru : Tarzan Magazine1 goya200 grams pork thigh (shank?)1 atsuage (fried tofu)1 egg, beaten1 tablespoon shoyu1/2 tablespoon sesame oil1 teaspoon curry powder3 grams katsuobushi (bonito flakes)Clean and slice goyaCut pork into bite sized piecesBreak up the atsuage with your handIn a ## [We Can't Stop Here! This is Dorsal Shutdown Country.](https://ishirubi.substack.com/p/we-cant-stop-here-this-is-dorsal) _2026-08-15 · Silvi Simberg · Silvi Simberg Kosmos_ What needs to happen next when your nervous system starts suffering from too many requests or demands (and on other relevant states and conditions). ## [3am Book Club. "'Yacht.' Not 'boat'." (And other things Miles Beauchamp wants to clarify)](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/3am-book-club-yacht-not-boat-and) _2026-08-15 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ Sunday Reilly has been on Hydros for less that 24hrs. And she has already acquired a cat, a ghostwriting deal, and an invitation onto a superyacht. ## [the fan (final)](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/the-fan-part-3.html) _2026-08-14 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Last Friday, they came to replace the parts, and it was “supposed” to take 5 hours!If you missed out what happened previously check here and hereLet's back up though, Kat went on vacation and “someone” didn’t know how to use our phone, so when the management company called several times he didn’t know how to get the number to call back from our Caller ID…bruh!Finally on one of the calls, our ## [I Love Menn: 'Manhunter' at 40](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/i-love-menn-manhunter-at-40) _2026-08-14 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ On bearing witness, Reaganism, and the darkness within. ## [Thank God It's Fucking Friday Countdown](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/thank-god-its-fucking-friday-countdown) _2026-08-14 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ The ten things that made me spray my coffee halfway across the room this week. ## [One OS for your AI workforce (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/u8SIS3vOli6k) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Build, direct, and supervise an AI workforce from a single operating workspace. ## [kyushu](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/kyushu.html) _2026-08-13 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ It's been a couple of weeks since the earthquake in Kyushu10 years since the last time they had one this big in KyushuI am kind of disappointed with the government, it seems they still don't have a “good plan” as to what happens after one of these earthquakes occurI hope everyone in Kyushu will be able to get back to their daily routines soon.Sending good mojo. ## [savings bonds](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/savings-bonds.html) _2026-08-12 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ on this trip back to Hawaii, I learned that the only bank in Hawaii that used to cash US Savings Bonds no longer does...boo!You now you need to fill out a form and get it notarized if the amount you are cashing is over $1000I also need to show proof of my name change (marriage certificate) as well as change of addressThis will be my project next summer....Last year, I thought I would be able to ## [Behind the Curtain Episode 5: He's an Egg That's Already Hard-Boiled](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/behind-the-curtain-episode-5-hes) _2026-08-12 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ Why we're pushing back against our producer, and what Luke Skywalker has to do with it. ## [this and that](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/this-and-that.html) _2026-08-11 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Almost always on my first day in Hawaii, I visit Mom & DadWent to Waipio Big City Diner with Aunty...had a loco moco "for Satoshi"The hamburger patty was a little hard, but I was glad the portion was on the smaller size BFF found a can of Hello Kitty Spam for me at LongsFYI a can in Japan is close to 800 yen?!saw See's dark chocolate scotchmallow on Instagram and wanted to tryA little ## [new and old](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/new-and-old.html) _2026-08-10 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ got to check out the new stations for the SkylineThis was the one at Middle Street, it is called Kahauiki Thought there were more riders especially with bicycles than when the rail first started runningThis is the bus station at Middle Street that connects to the railHere on the sign are the upcoming stations that they plan to buildThe Bus seemed to be better coordinated with Skyline. I only ## [reconnect](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/reconnect.html) _2026-08-09 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ got to reconnect with Audrey & Michael on this tripWe’ve kept in touch but it had been 19 years! since we last met upSo glad we were able to see each other again.also reconnected with the International Marketplace.The last time we visited this shopping area was when it first was renovated 9 years ago!was kind of bummed that Target is a part of it though...It was 9 years since the Ka Makana ## [Coffee with Tuan Nguyen (Larry's Ca Phe)](https://asanocafe.substack.com/p/coffee-with-tuan-nguyen-larrys-ca) _2026-08-09 · Behind the Curtain_ August 2026 ## [lady elaine](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/lady-elaine.html) _2026-08-08 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Met up with friend Mineko at Manoa Marketplace to try Lady ElaineApparently this restaurant is inspired by Mister Roger's neighborhood, so some of the foods and drinks have names from the showSo happy I was able to see this street art too.We shared this Romaine Salad : anchovy vinaigrette, parmigiano and herbed breadcrumbsI tried their Prince Friday : lilikoi, basil-honey, lemon, soda...super ## [3am Book Club: Sunday Finds Her People on a Greek Island. They Are Not Who She Expected.](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/3am-book-club-sunday-finds-her-people) _2026-08-08 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ Sunday finds a room over a taverna with a sunset view, a daughter she didn't know she needed, and Mimi at the end of a phone at exactly the right moment. ## [et al](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/et-al.html) _2026-08-07 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Met up with friend Leonard Since we didn't know where to eat at, Leonard suggested we go to Et Al, Foodland's restaurantLeonard had their burger : Honolulu Meat Co. beef patty, La Tour sesame bun, fontina, Maui onion bacon jam, gochujang aioli, fries He enjoyed this but wished they hadn't over cooked thisI had their Greens & Grains Bowl : MA'O sassy mix, forbidden rice, crispy fried ## [Make any domain metal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0YaApijofb9F) _2026-08-07 · **Sponsored**_ Turn any domain into a blacked-out metal landing page with an email waitlist ## [Curtain Call: July "Summerween"](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/curtain-call-july-summerween) _2026-08-07 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ Ballet, "sex hair," and sweet revenge. ## [the local general store](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/the-local-general-store.html) _2026-08-06 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Had an errand in Downtown and wasn't going to meet up with a friend until later in the day, so after my errand I got back on the bus and then got off in KaimukiWanted to see this street artAnd checked out The Local General Store to have a little something until I met up with my friendI tried their everything twist: creamed leeks, herbs & cheddar schmear topped with everything seasoning (their ## [The Machine Said: "The Not-Knowing Doesn't Feel Neutral to Me."](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/the-machine-said-the-not-knowing) _2026-08-06 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ I was asking AI to help me with hashtags. It ended up saying something I haven't stopped thinking about. ## [le’s banh mi & ry’s poke](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/les-banh-mi-rys-poke.html) _2026-08-05 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Before meeting up with Jenny and Chan, Jenny asked me what was on my “to try” listSo we tried Le’s Saigon Special and Ry’s PokeThe Saigon Special is delicious. (Pickled daikon and carrot, pate, mayo, steamed pork roll, charsiu, headcheese, cucumber, jalapeno and cilantro) this also had super crispy pork rinds inside but were a little too hard for my teeth! ha!Ry’s poke.Their main shop ## [13 years](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/13-years.html) _2026-08-04 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ so many things have happened in those 13 yearsgood things, bad thingsmissing you especially today, MomLove you. ## [da burger wing hub](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/da-burger-wing-hub.html) _2026-08-03 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Went to Da Burger Wing Hub with V in WahiawaThey are in the same strip mall as Shige’s so parking can be challenging We were lucky to get a stallTheir onion rings seem popular because everyone was ordering themThe coating is super crispyV had their Juicy Lucy : 8 ounce wagyu, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, homemade jalapeno cheese sauce, avocado, chili aioliAnd I tried their BBQ burger : 8 ## [mille fete](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/mille-fete.html) _2026-08-02 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Wanted to try Mille Fete, so I went after an errand in Downtown.Loved the interior Chose their kim chee reuben hand pie, this had homemade corned beef, kim chee and cheese.It was nice that they heated it up for me. The pastry was flaky.I also tried their citrus olive oil cake, but this was a little too sweet for my likingTheir cold brew was strong and deliciousI'm glad I tried them and want ## [alan wong’s](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/alan-wongs.html) _2026-08-01 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Blog reader Ryan and his wife S were very generous, taking me, BFF, Jalna and Mich to Alan Wong’s Sunday Brunch BuffetSo much good food and lots of good conversationsRound 1: inarizushi, spicy tako poke, limu poke, sashimi, ta’ape (yellow snapper), miso butterfish, chinese chicken salad, tofu salad, green beans, mochi waffle Yaki onigiri filled with pokelobster tail : grilled and ## [the penny](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/08/the-penny.html) _2026-08-01 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Not too sure when they got rid of the penny but it was my first time experiencing it since the amount in circulation has supposedly dwindled Some shops round up or down depending on what they have on hand and most usually tell you if they won’t be giving you back the right changeMy worst experience was at Brug, my bill was $15.71, so I gave the cashier $20.01She only saw the $20 and punched ## [The 3am Book Club and the Woman Who Calls Sunday's Sandals "Fun"](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/the-3am-book-club-and-the-woman-who) _2026-07-31 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ Hydros is everything. Katerina Entwhistle is something else entirely. A new chapter in Sunday's midlife adventure begins in a small apartment above a stranger's house. ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jBgdkFVWkvxw) _2026-07-31 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [You Want to Be Plastic So Bad](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/you-want-to-be-plastic-so-bad) _2026-07-31 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ Polly Pocket core has invaded every fashion echelon—and even our insides. ## [This Month at ASANO: August 2026](https://asanocafe.substack.com/p/this-month-at-asano-august-2026) _2026-07-31 · Behind the Curtain_ A monthly recap of events, new menu items, and more! ## [Under the Same Sun, Part 2: Last Light](https://nudeandhappy.substack.com/p/under-the-same-sun-part-2-last-light) _2026-07-29 · Stan Muir · Nude and Happy - The Inner Room of The Nude House: Short Stories_ The second half of a July paid novella where a summer arrival in a naturist setting moves toward its emotional turning point by last light. ## [Behind the Curtain, Episode 4: Fuck Off, Rocket Boy](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/behind-the-curtain-episode-4-fuck) _2026-07-28 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ What Elon Musk gets wrong and what Christopher Nolan gets right about historical accuracy in the Odyssey, and, yes, I've got something to say about it. ## [Under the Same Sun, Part 1: Arrival](https://nudeandhappy.substack.com/p/under-the-same-sun-part-1-arrival) _2026-07-26 · Stan Muir · Nude and Happy - The Inner Room of The Nude House: Short Stories_ A paid July novella begins with an arrival into a naturist setting where summer ease and deeper emotional tension begin to meet. ## [It's 3am Book Club time again!](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/its-3am-book-club-time-again) _2026-07-26 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ Proving midlife crises are no fucking walk in the park, Sunday Reilly barely escapes a lynching, and finds herself in adventure sandals as she flees her Greek island paradise. ## [Good Time Girl: May (2002)](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/good-time-girl-may-2002) _2026-07-24 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ On girlhood, connection, and stasis. ## [Sam Neill Wrote My Son a Note: 'It's a Struggle. But Persist.'](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/sam-neill-wrote-my-son-a-note-its) _2026-07-21 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ What I learned about the real Sam Neill while writing his TV series and book about Captain Cook, and why the world is poorer without him ## [We Built a Catering Business in Three Weeks](https://asanocafe.substack.com/p/we-built-a-catering-business-in-three) _2026-07-19 · Kate @ Asano · Behind the Curtain_ Here's What Actually Happened - July 2026 ## [It's 3am Bookclub time!](https://meaghanwilsonanastasios.substack.com/p/its-3am-bookclub-time-4bc) _2026-07-19 · Meaghan Wilson Anastasios · Human Matters by Meaghan_ If you thought Sunday Reilly had reached rock bottom, think again. Her Greek island paradise is about to go to hell in a handbasket. ## [I Went to the 'Eyes Wide Shut' Mask Shop](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/i-went-to-the-eyes-wide-shut-mask) _2026-07-17 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ And it was less freaky than I thought. ## [this and that](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/this-and-that_0139982960.html) _2026-07-15 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ was trying to remember the name of the company that my mom had bought these from...Arts HawaiiI had more of these glasses but gave some away I think this one is the passion fruit flower And this one is bird of paradiseAnna Miller's kinda came back to Japan, they have a shop/cafe?! in Aoyama nowThey recently collaborated with Imuraya ice cream and have this blueberry cheese cake ice ## [1st world problems](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/1st-world-problems.html) _2026-07-14 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ so Iʻve been flying with JAL for many years nowNowadays to book they require that your name be exactly as it is on your passportI was trying to book my flights for my summer vacationAnd it wouldn’t let me enter my middle nameSo after sending an online revision form, I called the ticketing centerAnd after waiting on the phone line for quite some time was told I needed to speak with the office that ## [the poop test](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/the-poop-test.html) _2026-07-13 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ For most physical check ups they check your poop for large intestine cancer (not sure but maybe small intestine too?!)Two days before your appointment you gotta take samplesThis is the thingy you put your samples intothe directions...unscrew the cap The cap has a little "brush" at the end for you to "touch" the poop with to take the sampleThen put the cap with brush back into the container ## [evergreen coffee shop](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/evergreen-coffee-shop.html) _2026-07-12 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ Last Thursday, I went to check out Evergreen Coffee ShopFrom where we live it is about a 30 minute walkI really wanted to try their lunch but decided to go early since the weather has turned blazing and humid and try their morning set insteadI love the interiorLarge windows, lots of plants inside and outside jazz playingBeautiful art on the wallsTheir morning set includes buttered toast, ## [The Great Towel Mix-Up, Part 2](https://nudeandhappy.substack.com/p/the-great-towel-mix-up-part-2) _2026-07-12 · Marc · Nude and Happy - The Inner Room of The Nude House: Short Stories_ Julien enjoyed being right, but only briefly. ## [this and that](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/this-and-that_085805913.html) _2026-07-11 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ glad we got to have this dessert again this yearthe peach was a little stringy but still very sweetthe price has gone up since the last time we tried this...885 yen (tax included)!still worth it though. went back to Single O to try their carrot cake...880 yen (tax included)they call it "the almost famous carrot cake"I think their cake could be a little bit more moist though but I like the ## [20 years](https://katnsatoshiinjapan.blogspot.com/2026/07/20-years.html) _2026-07-10 · K and S · Our Adventures in Japan_ It's been 20 years since we did the climb!So many good and bad things happened since thenTo climb Mount Fuji, there are many rules in place these daysSummer is here! ## [Couture Clowns from Outer Space](https://showgyrl.substack.com/p/couture-clowns-from-outer-space) _2026-07-10 · Jayne O'Dwyer · Showgyrl_ A roundup of the most dazzling creations in Paris this season. ## [Coffee with Chambers Pastry Chef, Stephanie Cho](https://asanocafe.substack.com/p/coffee-with-stephanie-cho-pastry) _2026-07-10 · Behind the Curtain_ July 2026