view of Asakusa from tourist center Asakusa was really nice! It was worth getting confused at the station on the way there. When I stepped out of the station, I immediately thought that it felt more antique compared to the other modern districts. The sun was shining and the sakura flowers (cherry blossoms) were just starting to bloom. It was all stunning and...

Continue Reading

First night in Tokyo. Lights, food, crowds, and fun. I am in disbelief. Even as I walk through the bright streets of Tokyo, I still can't comprehend that I am actually here. It all feels like a dream. The first night out consisted of walking through Ikebukuro and grabbing some ramen for dinner. Initially, we planned to go to a famous ramen shop...

Continue Reading

Finally. A family vacation to Japan. I have been dreaming about this for years. This is going to be my first time visiting Japan. (As well as my parents'.) My mother made the spontaneous decision to book the trip around June 2013. I don't think I actually realized that we were going to Japan until today. Now, I am excited beyond belief and...

Continue Reading