SHOKO TAKAYASU

Being back in Japan after 16 years of Eastern living, I simply forgot how AMAZING Japanese hospitality is, which we call OMOTENASHI. I had an opportunity to work at one of the prestigious onsen ryokan, Gorakadan, and reminded me of this omotenashi culture this country offers.  From the arrival to the departure, they treat you like a king. The beautiful part is that you don't feel like they are doing it because it's their job. Yes, it is their job to take care of you while staying at those Japanese style hotels, but you get the sense of kindness and warm hospitality without trying.  When I left the hotel, 3 of them helped putting me into a taxi. They told me good bye and bowed until they could not see the car anymore. I almost cried. Not because I was sad, but because of this beautiful culture. 

Being back in Japan after 16 years of Eastern living, I simply forgot how AMAZING Japanese hospitality is, which we call OMOTENASHI. I had an opportunity to work at one of the prestigious onsen ryokan, Gorakadan, and reminded me of this omotenashi culture this country offers.  From the arrival to the departure, they treat you like a king. The beautiful part is that you don't feel like they are doing it because it's their job. Yes, it is their job to take care of you while staying at those Japanese style hotels, but you get the sense of kindness and warm hospitality without trying.  When I left the hotel, 3 of them helped putting me into a taxi. They told me good bye and bowed until they could not see the car anymore. I almost cried. Not because I was sad, but because of this beautiful culture. 

With my absolute favorite of the week! 💗

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#Repost @tmagazine with @repostapp. ・・・ Top of the to-do list for this weekend: Catch one of Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet's farewell performances (sadly) at @bam_brooklyn. @bernhardwillhelm designed this incredible costume. Photo by @shokogram and Styling by fab @eddagud (at BAM)

Hello Sunshine & Beach ☀️👙💤

Standing by.... (at Select Fair)

Thank you for my fishtail 💋 (at Select Fair)

Favorite from today 💙 @selectfair (at Select Fair)

Luxurious Italian tailored clothing in NY is just across from Barneys New York.👔👞 #deCorato 💙 (at De Corato)

A tall man walked into the store. He is just wearing a casual jeans and nice simple dress shirts. He is probably in late 40s or early in the 50s. Handsome? yes I think you could say he is handsome.  He must shot there often. He talks to the owner and he puts on a very simple navy jacket. well, I thought it was simple jacket and it is but wow he turned into a movie star in a sec. Magic? yes it is a magic. One of finest men's suits from Italy is found across from Barneys New York called de Corato. Their suits are truly luxury and they personalize them for you.  I had an opportunity to photograph their SS15 collection that is out now in the store.  Check them out.... 

No better way to spending this beautiful day with good old friends 🍷🍖 @420w25thst @laurenerkan @missohashi @goonzerk @evisita @rems1235 @fsuperchi (at Chelsea Rooftop)

Sweet of the day🍫 Bon appetite🍫#chryslerbuilding

Gia working hard at work 🙌🏼 @giaaag_ @dswshoelovers