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Day 1 - Kirby, Cutlets, and Chaos: My Sleep-Deprived Tokyo Adventure

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Day 1 ~ Claw Games, Cutlets, and Coke: A Sleep-Deprived Adventure in Japan  - September trip So, Sunday kicked off with a chaotic sleep schedule because I had to catch a 4:20am bus (and yes, blaze it, folks 🤣). After napping through the afternoon like a lazy cat, I pulled an all-nighter doing laundry and watching some intense K-drama where a guy comes back to his hometown to track down a killer after a 15-year wrongful imprisonment. Casual, right? Then, I squeezed in some Starcraft 2 because why not before facing the ultimate boss battle: packing for my 11-day Japan trip. Stress level? MAX. Next, it’s bus time! QR code scanned like a pro, and off I went. But not before a quick trip to 7-11 to top up my t-card, just in case technology betrayed me. The bus came right on time (4:20am, 😉😉), and I half-snoozed to some tunes, rain falling outside like the universe knew I needed an atmospheric vibe. The airport? Packed at 5am. Who knew so many people partied this early? After a ma...
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Recent trip to Japan Day 4 - From Pork Bowls , Glimpse of Tokyo's Ancient Spirit to Nightclubs

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Thursday was quite an adventure in Tokyo, packed with new experiences and a blend of excitement and reflection. The day began with a much-anticipated trip to Shinbashi, where I finally got to try Buta-Daigaku, a pork bowl dish that had been on my list since I saw it on YouTube. Despite a line, the wait wasn't bad, and I was soon seated and served a medium bowl that was generously portioned. While delicious, I found myself wishing for a side of pickles to balance out the richness of the pork. It's definitely a place I’d return to if I’m ever in the area again. Shinbashi is a charming spot, but my next destination was the shopping mecca of Ginza. Known for its upscale stores and bustling streets, Ginza didn’t disappoint. I made my way through the sprawling 12-floor Ginza Uniqlo, the largest Uniqlo in Japan, though I left empty-handed. My shopping journey continued through Ginza Six, Matsuya Ginza, and Ginza Komatsu—each offering a unique glimpse into Tokyo’s retail scene. It wasn...
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Recent trip to Japan Day 3 - Wednesday Adventures in Japan: A Day of Typhoons, Stores, Anime and Delicious Food

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 Day 3 Wednesday started off a bit rough as I overslept and had to pay a 300 yen fee 😭😭for leaving my capsule hotel late. The weather has been unbearably hot lately, but today there was a typhoon warning, so I made a quick stop at Lawson to buy a umbrella—turns out everyone has the same white plastic one! Despite the rain, I ventured out to Shibuya during the day to explore. I went into the Laforet Harajuku department store, which was incredible—I was tempted to buy everything, but didn't want to carry too much in the heat. I wish I’d taken photos inside, but maybe next time! After that, I headed over to the famous Shibuya Crossing and, to my excitement, found a building dedicated to "Slam Dunk," one of my favorite animes from back in the day. The building had 5-7 floors, each with something different, and the figurines, especially Chainsaw Man, were amazing. Next time, I might pick up a Slam Dunk souvenir.  After some time walking around, I got hungry and went to a sus...
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