Goodbye cherry blossoms, hello Nemophila

this week's most popular posts and other tidbits from around Japan

"The First Rainbow Appears" (Microseason 15) As spring continues to unfold, moisture in the air increases. And it's around this time of year that you may see your first rainbow, a sight you realize you've missed all winter. Of course the sunlight, when compared with summer, still feels weak or maybe even a little unstable. And rainbows around this time of year feel equally fainter. (Do you want more seasonal events, recipes, poems and art in your inbox? Become a member!) the spoon & tamago dispatch Hello, Baby We begin our newsletter at Hitachi Seaside Park in Tochigi, whose hills are currently covered with Baby Blue Eyes, also known as Nemophila. Although Japan's cherry blossoms get all the attention for their short-lived beauty, these little babies are just as ephemeral. Read more... The Koumi Line There are numerous tiny train lines across Japan that are a dying breed. One of those is the Koumi Line, which connects Kobuchizawa Station in Yamanashi with Komoro Station in Nagano. In an attempt to boost ridership the train has turned its advertisement space into a photo gallery. Read more... Unforgettable Landscapes Lastly, we highlight an illustrator we came across last month, Ippan Nakamura, who was having a small exhibition in Tokyo. Part illustrator, part manga artist, Nakamura creates whimsical landscapes of Tokyo that area at once both surreal and nostalgic. Read more... Did you know we have a membership program? For just $5 a month, members get access to a bunch of great perks while also helping us continue our mission. tidbits from all corners of Japan It was a harrowing weekend in Japan. On Saturday,  man threw a pipe bomb at Prime Minister Kishida right before he was about to give a speech in Wakayama On Sunday, an accident at Osaka's famous Danjiri Matsuri sent 6 to the hospital after a float overturned. From the Shop give the gift of beautiful scents MICA (美香; literally "beautiful scent") is a set of 6 fragrances whose packaging design doubles as a diffusing stand. Place the vial into the packaging, insert a diffusing stick, and let your room fill with fragrances for days. Their sleek design makes for perfect gifts. view collection Copyright © 2023 Spoon & Tamago, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Spoon & Tamago 253 Tompkins Ave Brooklyn, New York 11216 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

James Hetfield was offered the chance to buy the Greeny Les Paul before Kirk Hammett – here's why he turned it down, plus all the latest NAMM news

James Hetfield was offered the chance to buy the Greeny Les Paul before Kirk Hammett, but he turned it down: “I’m a real idiot” | ESP meets fan demand with James Hetfield Olympic White Vulture and debuts 12 LTD signature guitars, including Gary Holt’s “very pointy” GH-SV | NAMM 2023 news: all the latest guitar news, rumors and predictions Created for sauuuuul.peliculas@blogger.com |  Web Version April 15, 2023 CONNECT WITH THE PICK       Handpicked stories from the world of guitar SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE Top Stories James Hetfield was offered the chance to buy the Greeny Les Paul before Kirk Hammett, but he turned it down: "I'm a real idiot" Watch Hammett demo Peter Green's iconic Gibson for Howard Stern as his Metallica bandmate makes the surprise revelation ESP meets fan demand with James Hetfield Olympic White Vulture and debuts 12 LTD signature guitars, including Gary Holt's "very pointy" GH-SV Bill Kelliher, Stephen Carpenter, Nergal, Lars Frederiksen and Javier Reyes all have at least one new guitar on the way from the LTD stable NAMM 2023 news: all the latest guitar news, rumors and predictions Everything launched this year at the world's biggest guitar gear show SUBSCRIBE THIS SPRING FROM AS LITTLE AS £3* We have a magazine for all guitar lovers! From interviews and insights from the hottest new players and the legends of guitar playing. Don't miss expert reviews of the latest guitars, amps and effects, with classic gear and tones dissected and explained, as well as providing essential buying advice to suit all budgets. Subscribe now! *T&Cs Apply. ADVERTISEMENT Features Jeff Beck's 10 most iconic guitars From the Oxblood Les Paul and the Strat we all know and love to Beck's lesser-spotted favorites, here are the greatest hits from one of guitar's finest collections NAMM 2023 live: all the biggest news as it happens All the guitar gear and goings-ons you need to know about – direct from the show floor From Guitar Player "Putting in the work is how you're going to become a better player": John Petrucci's top 10 tips for guitarists The Dream Theater axeman offers advice to improve your chops and guarantee a long, healthy and knowledge-filled guitar life "They turned out to be the most prolific sessions I've ever done": Jennifer Batten explains how she transformed a session gig into a starring role Melodic, unpredictable and jaw-dropping, the guitarist's fiery solos on the BattleZone LP elevated her name "above the title" Featured Content Sponsored Content from ANALOGr Massive Wes Borland gear sale Wes Borland has launched a huge gear and memorabilia sale from his recording and touring career, including his first ever Mesa/Boogie guitar amp head - as used on Limp Bizkit's 1997 debut album Three Dollar Bill, Y'All. Learn More Buyer's Guides Best P-90 pickups 2023: Rejuvenate your guitar tone with a fresh set of P-90s covering various price points and styles The P-90 is one of the most versatile single coil pickups ever made and here's the very best from Seymour Duncan, Fishman, Mojotone and more Lessons Learn the licks of 6 guitarists who defined country guitar playing Featuring Danny Gatton, Eldon Shamblin, Roy Clark, Chet Atkins, Jimmy Bryant and the inimitable Hank Garland, welcome to cowboy bootcamp for country guitar Reviews PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut and SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Standard review PRS's advance on the SE front continues with a pair of Singlecuts, with or without a maple top, and plenty of vintage references. We take 'em for a spin LEARN MORE ABOUT The Pick: Guitar World  |    Guitar Player  |    Guitarist Total Guitar  |    Bass Player  |    Guitar Techniques Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Unsubscribe Privacy Policy  |    Cookies Policy  |    Terms and Conditions CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036