My first visit to Japan was in 1991. I’d just graduated from U of T and was eager to explore the world. A friend of mine and I were supposed to go to Osaka together but when those plans fell through, another friend helped set me up with a homestay in Hitoyoshi...
I was washing my vehicle today when my neighbour came home. Most of the time I’ll use an automatic car wash, but today I was carefully washing the car by hand. My neighbour commented that it must be a special occasion. Indeed, it was ???? I’ve thought...
I’m a fan of The Lord of The Rings. I grew up with it, but we never used the acronym “LOTR” when I was introduced to it in grade 4. For those wondering what “TLOTRS” is, let me say that it has nothing to do with Tolkien ???? We’re...
Well, we won’t be there in time for cherry blossom season, but we’re now making plans to go to Japan! The main reason we’ll be going is to attend the Sportec sports trade show being held at the beginning of August in Tokyo. Dr. Sato will be there for...
While it’s not the main point of his adventure, Joseph Dituri, Ph.D., a.k.a. “Dr. DeepSea” has broken the world record for time living underwater. He posted on Instagram: I’m humbled that my curiosity for discovery has led me here. My goal from day 1...
I learn something new about KAATSU seemingly almost every day. Someone asked me about the potential for blood clots with KAATSU. It turns out, KAATSU use seems to be fibrinolytic (i.e. non-clot forming). Who knew? In case you’re wondering, fibrin is a major...
