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| Myself and Yuhey (sp?). |
After wanting to visit Japan for so long, I've finally made it and hot-damn it was a long flight! By my calculations (which aren't usually very reliable) the entire journey took around 24 hours, that is including waits in the airport and the reasonably long train journey upon arrival in Tokyo... I felt like one big woolen gray sweaty sock and probably looked like one as well.
I consider myself fairly used to hot climates after spending 3 years in Delhi but a stunt in Bangor has probably softened me up a bit. The Temperature seems to be ranging anywhere from around 33 to 37 degrees and is very humid (see sweaty sock). I can deal with it in the day but I often wake up in the early hours feeling like a slice of peppered ham smothered in cling film and left too close to the double glazed conservatory window.
For those wondering, yes I do sleep on the floor but this is only temporary and so far I have not had to sit on the floor to eat. For the most part I use chopsticks or hashi, I very often get offered a fork or spoon but I am stubborn and insist I must practice (I have been told however that I am quite good at using chopsticks :D).
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| Dai & his bro. |
Dai's family have been more than welcoming and have made me feel very at home. They are so kind and generous that I often feel like I am too much trouble... We have already been to a few different places to eat out and only yesterday did we return from an overnight stay in a place called Karuizawa. A resort type place with loads of outlet stores, restaurants and leisure activities to take part in. Apart from shopping, we played pool, ping-pong and crazy golf. I picked up a pair of jeans and a pair of shoes both for very reasonable prices. I could go in to more detail but I can't really be bothered, look how much I have written already, it's like an essay... none the less, I had a great time!
Yet to venture in to the heart of Tokyo but hopefully will soon! Going to sign up for a months membership at the local gym this afternoon and get to pumping some iron! That's all I can muster for now, if you would like to know more just leave a comment. Stay safe.
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-Rob out.
