AUDI • The Luxury Party at Airport

As a Video/ Photographer, I often have privilege to go places like this event.  This was a private party sponsored by Island Air and Audi Cayman.

Audi car (of course), private jet, boat were displayed nicely and guests were dressed up and very elegant. I was behind the camera and just enjoying this view from distance.

We were team of four crew and all enjoyed this event and working together (I hope).

Here is the link for the video we worked on.
https://vimeo.com/60230290

If you want to capture your event and make a cool video. Contact us to info@beneficial.tv

Diving in the Caribbean Sea

Photo from http://www.grandcaymansdiving.com/

When I just move to the Cayman Islands, I was amazed by the color of water.
After 4years, water is still beautiful and warm all through the year.

Thursday night, I had a chance to go to "Underwater Film Festival" with my friend.  It was very nice to see underwater photo and film which was filmed mostly in the Cayman Water.

When I snorkel, I was very surprised how fish is friendly to us.

They just swimming around me as if they don't even see me.

Even at Seven Mile Beach, I see so many fishes swimming around humans.  One day I was in the water (maybe 10 feet from shore) and fish was tickling my feet.  I see turtle, spotted ray etc etc...

Living in the Cayman Islands and not to experience Diving is nothing but wasting time to me.
But years pass by and I still don't have license.  Next year I will get my diving license and take photos of these beautiful fishes.

Halloween in Cayman

What is Halloween? Really.
Like I mentioned in my last Blog, in Cayman, I see almost naked ladies posting photos on facebook.
And they just drink more than usual and get wasted more than usual. Hey you guys drinking every weekend right? So....what is the point?

Anyway, I am from Japan and we don't cerebrate Halloween so I just not understanding why is it so fun. That's all.

BTW, Rotary Club Gland Cayman create a House of Horror to raise fund.
We went inside to film this House of Horror. They did a really great job.  They had many people who dressed up like zombie, ghost, scary mask man, etc...   and yes I jumped one time.

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CAYMAN BEACH WEDDINGS • Smith Cove

 Another beautiful day on this small island, Grand Cayman.

Many people are on vacation this time. And many people escape from Cayman to U.S, Canada and another Caribbean islands.  Since this year start, my company and I are so busy (very good :)) so, I am really not sure when and how I can get away.

But I see many people come from out side and enjoying this quiet beautiful Cayman, and I often say to my self "I am so lucky to be here".

 Anyhow,  I don't think I need to explain why I feel that way.
Just look at these photos. You will see why.

This is today's my favorite shot.

 What is good about Cayman Islands?  All Caribbean Islands has "WHITE SAND and BLUE WATER" well, I only know Jamaica and Cayman. So I can only compare to Jamaica.

1. Simply Relaxed
2. Friendly Animals and Fishes
3. Safe
4. Convenient (Because it's such a small island)

 You can enjoy in your own way without worry.
You can go out anytime and anywhere you want.
Only one thing is shopping places close 6pm except super markets. But there are lots of beach bar and restaurants open until late and beach is open 24/7! :) You can enjoy night walk at Seven Mile Beach.

Hope you can come down someday and experience SUPER RELAX CAYMAN.

SUNSET WEDDING at SMITH COVE • CAYMAN ISLANDS

 It was a bright HOT day.
Wedding started after 6pm in Cayman time but sun was still nice and hot.

This international couple married at Smith Cove in Cayman Islands.
And hopefully I made their day even more special with this beautiful photos.

I just love this sunset natural lighting. It is very dramatic and romantic to me.

Cayman is one of the best Wedding Destination in Caribbean.
If you are planning to getting marry in Caribbean area I will definitely recommend Cayman Islands. 
For more information about wedding, you can visit Simply Weddings' blog/website.
Ms. Joy is very professional and they can customized your wedding with very reasonable price.
If you want me to photograph your special day, you can simply ask them for all inclusive package. If you are getting married with another marriage officer or wedding company you can e-mail me at mari@beneficial.tv

 

 

 

Natural Beautiful Beach Wedding • Cayman Cove

 This is our friend Jamie and Jessie's Beach Wedding Video.

Location was at Cayman Cove, beside Smith Cove.
Very simple heart warming wedding just like couple.

They all enjoyed relaxed ceremony and picnic style dinner at beautiful garden while they enjoyed georges Cayman Sunset.

Congrats Jamie and Jessie!

m :)

Filmed by Ben Hud and Mari Abe for Beneficial Entertainment.

Wedding Photo Shoot at Smith Cove

This week I had a Wedding Photo Shoot for Simply Weddings at "Smith Cove", one of Cayman's famous spots.

Smith Cove is photo friendly. There is sand, beach, coconut trees, rocks, iguana statues and many other tropical trees.

When I took these photos, it was  really cloudy but when the whether is like this I think it adds to the romantic mood even more.  Isn't it romantic?

This couple sought after my photography services through Simply Weddings.  Most couples who request me choose this spot.

The next spot I recommend for romantic photography is Blue Water Beach (West Bay Public Beach). There is a pier, trees and of course sandy beaches!  The sunset views from this area is absolutely stunning. 




If you need more information about getting married in the Cayman Islands, please visit Simply Weddings.


Or you can send me an e-mail for any questions regarding your Cayman trip.


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MY CAYMAN EATOUT PART2 • YOSHI SUSHI

Malibu Pineapple with lime

Today's restaurant is Cayman's very famous YOSHI SUSHI.   It's a Japanese SUSHI restaurant.

I am Japanese. My father is a Japanese sushi chef. I know when I'm tasting good food representing my country. I think they are doing a pretty good job considering that they adjust for a Caribbean taste. 

I always enjoy my side dish when I dine at YOSHI SUSHI Restaurant.

I think the reason is because I just can't find the special ingredients used in Japanese cooking on this island. It is the little things, the attention to detail that reminds me of home and makes me happy!

Pictured below is "Spinach with Sesame Dressing".
This one just hit the spot! (I loved it!)

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TEMPURA

Pictured above is "Palm and Vegetable TEMPURA". My favorite vegetable is Pumpkin!

They surprised me with cucumber this day. I think they caught me off guard because in Japan we don't use them for Tempura. But it was good.

SPECIAL ROLL

And... who dosen't like these!? 

The roll above is "BBQ Eel and Palm". The lower is Tuna with Avocado. Although Japanese people do not use Avocado for Sushi this is a brilliant idea. I know many people don't like eating Eel because of it's shape. I would urge them to TRY! I introduced a friend to try BBQ Eel once and they loved it!

Are you hungry for SUSHI now?


m :)

MY CAYMAN EAT OUT Part1

Al La Kebab 1

I've decided to do a blog about restaurants in Cayman, so it can help people to decide where to eat. I don't know what the food is like at many restaurants yet, so this will give me a reason to go to different places to eat. Doesn't that sound exciting?

The first restaurant is Al La Kebab, they are located in two locations, one is in the Marquee Plaza by Seven Mile Beach and the other one is in Georgetown right in front of Scotia Bank.

The first photo is of their famous "Pita Wrap".
They also have a vegetarian menu.

The vegan menu is my "good friend" when I want to loose some weight, and I believe most ladies agree with that.  But I have something to say for those who want to control weight. (This is my personal theory so I might be wrong, but it works for me).   Meat itself won't make you gain weight. What causes us to gain weight is seasonings and dressings. Do you like ketchup, mayo, salty food and gravy?  Then I suggest that you to use half the amount you are use to the next time.  When I eat vegetables and cheese sandwich, I put black pepper and vinegar. No mayo. No other dressing. You can not trust labels that say "LOW CALORIE".  

Al La Kebab 2

This second photo is of their "Beef and Shrimp Skewers" with "Fruits Salad".  This was really good!

I don't know when I will do a Part 2, but I hope you enjoy my "Food" series in the future.

m :)

facebook, youtube .... what's next?

Today I finised design my facebook fan page.
   Click here to go to my  facebook page!
I used to use Dreamweaver to design web site but these days things are much easier!

I also did upload two video to my youtube channel.
These videos were shot at Grand Cayman's world famous seven mile beach!

It was HOT but videos came out beautiful.
I love this blue sky and crystal clear blue water!!
Click this to got to my  youtube channel

OK. What's next?
Oh yes, I can't forget to create my web site as well.

Hope more people can find me through internet and see my work!