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Announcement!

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Here is some exciting news for our XcelToken community! XcelToken is an ERC20 token on the EthereumBlockchain Platform that is created to build, engage and foster a large crypto-community within the hospitality, retail and gaming sectors. XcelLab is proud to announce that XcelToken will now be available for trading on eight different platforms from the 15 th of May, 2019 . In addition to this exciting news. Our team at XcelLab is working tirelessly, to upgrade and enhance XcelToken, to ensure ease of trading and multiple enterprise adoptions. XcelToken will now be available for exchange on eight exchanges an advanced digitalcurrency trading platform on the 15 th of May, 2019 and is already adopted for usage on XcelTrip - Our online travel booking platform that allows you to check-in at over 800,000 hotels and book tickets with over 400 airlines and XcelPay - a merchant POS and Digital Wallet that allows you to make transactions with major cryptos. Now with XcelP

XcelToken now on BITFINEX!

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XcelToken is an ERC20 token on the EthereumBlockchain Platform that is created to build, engage and foster a large crypto-community within the hospitality, retail and gaming sectors.  With more than 100,000 plus XcelToken holders, the token is already listed on CoinMarketCap . XcelLab is proud to announce that XcelToken will now be available for trading on Bitfinex from the 30 th of April, 2019. To know more about Bitfinex , keep reading on. BITFINEX This platform is a pure cryptocurrency to fiat exchange , a margin trading exchange and a liquidity provider. The platform offers a number of features like margin funding, where liquidity providers can earn interest by providing funding to traders want to trade with leverage. Customizable interface, where the traders are allowed to organise their workplace according to their needs by choosing between themes, setting up notifications and data preferences. Security, the user’s information and funds are their top priority. M

Mark your calendars: 30th of April is almost here!

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"Nobody will stop you from creating. Do it tonight. Do it tomorrow. That is the way to make your soul grow...” - Kurt Vonnegut XcelToken is an ERC20 token on the Ethereum Blockchain Platform that is created to build, engage and foster a large crypto-community within the hospitality, retail and gaming sectors.   With more than 100,000 plus XcelToken holders, the token is already listed on CoinMarketCap . XcelLab is proud to announce that XcelToken will now be listed for trade on ten brilliant exchange platforms from the 30 th of April, 2019 . Here’s a list of platforms that you can now use to trade our utility token- XcelToken on: ABCC - A world-class Digital Assets Exchange, aiming to provide a frictionless, user-centric trading experience. Link: https://abcc.com/en LIVECOIN - A modern, safe trading platform for accessing cryptocurrency exchange markets with simple interface and low trading fees. Link: https://www.livecoin.net/en P2PB2B - An

Japanese Traditional Architecture

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Complexity and minimalism are two key features of a traditional Japanese home. This article attempts to understand this how these polar opposite concepts work together to create beautiful architectural marvels.   Japanese traditional marvels that this article is based on are from the Edo period . During this period, the dwellings were influenced heavily by Chinese and other Asian thought.   After the mid-19 th century, however, Japanese architecture is known to have taken inspiration from the west. Let’s look at some of the most essential elements of Japanese traditional architecture , that are constant throughout most of their buildings: Tatami Typically made of straws made of rice with a covering of a soft rush straw. These Tatami mats are a big part of the flooring- these mats provide for a soft surface for sleeping and sitting. The mats remain popular in Japan even today, these mats have subtle scent to them, that blends well with the scent of the wood- this unique bl

Tokyo City Guide- Norwegian Wood Edition

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Haruki Murakami is one of Japan’s most famous novelists. His works are deeply rooted in the culture and the mysticisms of Japan. Murakami’s best-known work- Norwegian Wood delves deep into the subjects of friendship, love and suicide. Set in the late 1960s the plot revolves around the student demonstrations. The novel has a significant impact on the current generation of travellers. The locations mentioned in the novel attracts many visitors from within and outside Japan. Follow this Tokyo city guide to feel the book come to life: Walk from Yotsuya to Ichigya After a random encounter on the JR train the duo gets off at Yotuya station and walk to Ichigaya. Watanabe on the walk follows Naoka for most of the afternoon. The walk taken four hours to complete- for all you hardcore Murakami fans that want to feel every bit of the book come alive this will be your ultimate one stop shop. At the end of the long walk, you’ll reach the restraint that they dine at, the name of the re

Book Trips to Tokyo and Witness its Many Marvels

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Tokyo: Capital of Japan, and arguably one of the dominant Eastern Capitals of culture. With the new era of cryptocurrency, some of the top hotels in Tokyo have embraced the Bitcoin, making Tokyo travel a hassle-free reality. Here are some of the places to see when you plan to book trips to Tokyo .       1.      Tokyo Imperial Palace – The residence of the Imperial family; the oldest continuing hereditary monarchy in the world. Visitors may see the family and the inner palace grounds on only two days in the year, and can avail tours of the rest of the property throughout the year.      2.      Harajuku – Sandwiched between Shinjuku and Shibuya, this district is the go-to for the next word in teenage trend. Host to some of Japan’s most iconic fashion trends, including the Gyaru, Lolita and Decora; Takeshita Dori is a must-see for the fashion historian and teenage traveler. For the eager shopper, stop by the iconic Daiso to find items for 100 yen, or drop by the Oriental

Book a Trip to Tokyo and Experience its Culinary Marvels

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Osu! Fancy a trip to Japan’s capital but don’t know what to eat? Even the most seasoned gourmand would be spoilt for choice with Tokyo food. Crafted and honed over 400 years starting from the Edo period, there is no Tokyo restaurant that will fail to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. With the growing acceptance of cryptocurrency in the Tokyo food scene, there has never been a better time than now to book a trip to Tokyo using XcelToken . Here are some of the unique offerings that a Tokyo restaurant has:     1.    Donburi – Literally translating to “bowl”, no dish is as complete or ubiquitous as the humble Donburi. A relatively simple but versatile recipe of seasoned rice with a serving of meat, seafood or vegetables; this humble and inexpensive meal is known by many names based on the choice of ingredients, all of which are guaranteed to sate even the hungriest Tokyo restaurant hopper.       2.      U naju  – The progenitor of donburis, Unaju is a traditional Jap

A Fashionista’s Tokyo Travel Guide

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Tokyo over the years has become an international hub for high fashion. this is one reason why Tokyo, is one of the most expensive cities in the world. For all you budget fashionista’s out there, this is your ultimate Tokyo travel guide to finding cheap clothes: Used clothes shops or Preloved clothes shops: If you are okay with buying used clothes, just like many Japanese do, then head over to one of the many second-hand fashion shops across the city. Here are a few must visit shops: Don Don Down on Wednesday- as their name suggests you can buy clothes for as cheap as 100 Yen on Wednesdays, they have multiple stores scattered around the city. Closet Child- a bid name in selling alt. fashion in Japan they have branches in Harajuku, Shinjuku and Ikebukuro. At their shops you can find multiple other brands like h.NAOTO and Innocent world. For you Lolita style lovers this place is a must visit. Bingo- home to many favourite labels from Japan and overseas, you can find used fashi

Foodie’s Kanto Region Travel Guide

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Home to Japan’s metropolitan capital and six other prefectures, each known for its own delicious food. Known for being strongly flavoured, the food appeals to a wide variety of people. Here’s your very own Kanto Region travel guide filled with mouth-watering dishes: Yuba Mainly found in the Togchigi region is made of tin beancurd skin skimmed of the top of Soy Milk during the process of making Tofu. Usually served raw or cooked has a delicious light soybean flavour. The texture of a raw Yuba is much like mozzarella cheese- slightly chewy. Its can be consumed with soup. Nikko is the best place to try different delicacies with Yuba as a staple. Namero Made with mackere, miso, shiso, ginger, green Onions, vinegar and other condiments. The dish is primarily a fisherman’s delicacy from the Chiba Prefecture, the dish will surely make you want to like your fingers. Enjoy this dish with a cup of green tea and rice. Yokosuka Kaigun Curry Made of Japanese curry sauce, meat, v

Tohoku Travel Diaries - Experience Amazing Food on your Tohoku Travels

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Here is a list of 4 different dishes that I tried while on my Tohoku travel diaries region of Japan’s Honshu Island: 1) Sendai Beef Tongue I had heard form the locals that this dish was well loved in Japan. I had the privilege of watching it being cooked, the thickly sliced tongue was grilled on top of a wire net that protected the tongue from getting charred by the charcoal. The fragrance of the preparation had my mouth watering. The meat was then served to me with barley rice and pickled bok choy. The taste of the juicy, crispy beef tongue was enhanced by the sides. In my opinion Rikyuu a popular restaurant at Sendai station is the best place to try this dish. 2) Iwate’s Jajamen Noodles The best dish I’ve tried so far in Japan is jajamen Noodles a delicacy adapted in Iwate from China. The dish is prepared with minced meat, soybean paste, cucumber, green onion, noodles topped with chili oil and grated garlic. I mixed them all before I took a bite, as per the chef’