I’ve finally visited the place the makes millions of products around me. Well, part of the place. Just this past week I had the chance to layover (for 7 days) the capital of China, Beijing, before my way home to Taiwan. Beijing is one of the most crowded CITIES in the world with around 20 million peeps, that’s half of the STATE of California. It also preserves some of the worlds most phenomenal monuments and architectures, mainly because it was the home of many China’s emperors. The trip was amazing and I’ll show ya a glimpse of my time in Beijing through my next several blog posts.
But first, the arrival:
Margaret’s my sis. She’s awesome. Not only because of her Keith Haring x Uniqlo t-shirt, but also for dropping me off at SFO.
Countdown begins:
Had my last expensive western dish before my departure.
On my way to the gates, I saw an intriguing set up for the new 3D books. Clever idea and hook to get people checking out the products. Except for the biproduct of nose grease. 
Rule number 6 – make sure all your entrainment’s ready before your long hour flights.
Easy access, check.
Oooh yeah.
Airplane food often looks better than it tastes. This time’s no exception.
Finished. No exception.
Not even half way through the plane ride, I realized I only had less than 4 hours left of battery life. To optimize the time, I focused on finalizing just one project that needed digitization. And sketch down inspirations that I stored in my laptop for doodles later. 
I used to bring books. Then, I discovered audio-books. Sounds make me fall asleep even faster.
Temporary work station.
Design flaw with plane lights:
Just one more round before I submerge myself in the sea of delectable Chinese cuisine.
BAM!
At first, I thought the weather was as gloomy as ones we have at daly city. Later I found out those are dust particles, not mist, covering the atmosphere. Air pollution at its best.
First impression:
Max’s the guide for the trip. The founder of Mapiz (Appnana) has been doing a little of traveling himself across the great plane. A geliveable source to help experience the fun side of Beijing.
Will be staying in this inn for the span of this trip:
Cool part of most Asia country is able to find great food at ANY given time. To kickstart my trip, we dropped by a Sichuan restaurant close to the inn: Spicy mix pot for the win.
A very common drink in China – Lian Tea. (that’s how I call it.) 
…and the og of all og soda. Beijing exclusive:
Hot dam.
Fried buns:
That’s a wrap. Day 1 will be posted shortly.
’till tomorrow,
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