July 17-23, 2006
Well what a week!
Farewelled my grandpa this week as he left Japan on his way back to Singapore. Had a great few days with him here in Tokyo and really enjoyed catching up with him.
Had lunch with a friend on Tuesday and said goodbye to him. A really nice guy I met through a friend a few months ago. Will sure keep in touch with him.
Managed to get to the movuies one last time before leaving Japan, this time watching a movie based on the "sinking of Japan" - a series of major earthquakes hitting the capital, leading to tsunamis and the eruption of Mount Fuji and the total collapse of the Japanese archipelago into the sea. Great concept!! haha
Enjoyed eating out a lot this week, a few times with Kazuya, at our favourite all-you-can-eat places.
Will miss that upon returning to Australia.
On Wednesday Kazuya and I enjoyed a big breakfast he made for us at home, before heading out to the gym for some much needed exercise!
Came back and made our way to the Tokyo Theatre to see a performance of Kabuki. I had never seen it perfomed before, and must say that apart from the lavish costumes, I didn't have a single clue as to what was going on! The Japanese they use is very classic - not even half the Japanese audience there could understand!
Kazuya and I made our way to Waseda University to see a Harp Concert in one of the local Christian churches. Amazing lady performed on the harp, a range of classic and modern pieces. Again, something I had never seen before.
Following that, made our way out to meet some friends for a late dinner at Ben's Cafe - a retro, alternative-style cafe near the university. Enjoyed catching up with them and then saying our goodbyes.
On Thursday I packed more of my bags and did a lot of running around cancelling accounts, and organising myself! Then I joined Kazuya for dinner and some yoga on the beach before heading to the hot springs for a relaxing bath! We wore traditional Japanese dress inside the complex and enjoyed a range of baths.
Friday I had my last class teaching for the YY School which was quite sad - I had really enjoyed my Friday classes - the mums organised a party for me, and gave me some really nice presents, which I was so happy to get.
Following the class, made my way to Shinjuku to meet up with some friends and we went drinking together. Had an awesome night letting go and not having to worry about anything! Will sure miss the freedom and independence that I now have! Managed to catch one of the last trains home - tired and exhausted.
But Saturday was no different! Woke up early and met a friend in the city and we caught a train right to the end of the line. Got off and had a traditional Japanese lunch before climbing Mount Takao - one of the taller mountains in Tokyo (apart from Mount Fuji). A very wet and misty day, but it made the mountain look so mysterious, and at times looked like a scene out of Lord of the Rings!
We prayed at a shrine, and ate Japanese sweets at a small stall before descending the mountain. The total climb and descent took about 5 hours - tiring but well worth the trip! A beautiful natural haven in the heart of Tokyo.
We made our way back into the city and my friend took me to dinner at a Japanese-style pub. We ate fish, squid, Japanese-style pasta, and meats, washing it down with beers! A really enjoyable night. My friend was actually one of my students who I had taught English to over the past few months. I really enjoyed her company, and will greatly miss her.
Kazuya met me at about 10pm and we headed to the clubs for some dancing before catching separate trains home. Another tiring day!
My Sunday was spent sleeping in before heading to the YY School for a farewell lunch and then meeting several friends for dinner at a beautiful restaurant in Ginza for dinner. Nice to see so many of the people who had been friends of mine throughout the year turn up for one last celebration!
Will miss them all greatly!
So another amazing week cruising the streets of Tokyo! Sure am gonna miss it!
Will write once more in 2 days time on my last day here in Japan.
Take care everyone
Tim
xx
Farewelled my grandpa this week as he left Japan on his way back to Singapore. Had a great few days with him here in Tokyo and really enjoyed catching up with him.
Had lunch with a friend on Tuesday and said goodbye to him. A really nice guy I met through a friend a few months ago. Will sure keep in touch with him.
Managed to get to the movuies one last time before leaving Japan, this time watching a movie based on the "sinking of Japan" - a series of major earthquakes hitting the capital, leading to tsunamis and the eruption of Mount Fuji and the total collapse of the Japanese archipelago into the sea. Great concept!! haha
Enjoyed eating out a lot this week, a few times with Kazuya, at our favourite all-you-can-eat places.
Will miss that upon returning to Australia.
On Wednesday Kazuya and I enjoyed a big breakfast he made for us at home, before heading out to the gym for some much needed exercise!
Came back and made our way to the Tokyo Theatre to see a performance of Kabuki. I had never seen it perfomed before, and must say that apart from the lavish costumes, I didn't have a single clue as to what was going on! The Japanese they use is very classic - not even half the Japanese audience there could understand!
Kazuya and I made our way to Waseda University to see a Harp Concert in one of the local Christian churches. Amazing lady performed on the harp, a range of classic and modern pieces. Again, something I had never seen before.
Following that, made our way out to meet some friends for a late dinner at Ben's Cafe - a retro, alternative-style cafe near the university. Enjoyed catching up with them and then saying our goodbyes.
On Thursday I packed more of my bags and did a lot of running around cancelling accounts, and organising myself! Then I joined Kazuya for dinner and some yoga on the beach before heading to the hot springs for a relaxing bath! We wore traditional Japanese dress inside the complex and enjoyed a range of baths.
Friday I had my last class teaching for the YY School which was quite sad - I had really enjoyed my Friday classes - the mums organised a party for me, and gave me some really nice presents, which I was so happy to get.
Following the class, made my way to Shinjuku to meet up with some friends and we went drinking together. Had an awesome night letting go and not having to worry about anything! Will sure miss the freedom and independence that I now have! Managed to catch one of the last trains home - tired and exhausted.
But Saturday was no different! Woke up early and met a friend in the city and we caught a train right to the end of the line. Got off and had a traditional Japanese lunch before climbing Mount Takao - one of the taller mountains in Tokyo (apart from Mount Fuji). A very wet and misty day, but it made the mountain look so mysterious, and at times looked like a scene out of Lord of the Rings!
We prayed at a shrine, and ate Japanese sweets at a small stall before descending the mountain. The total climb and descent took about 5 hours - tiring but well worth the trip! A beautiful natural haven in the heart of Tokyo.
We made our way back into the city and my friend took me to dinner at a Japanese-style pub. We ate fish, squid, Japanese-style pasta, and meats, washing it down with beers! A really enjoyable night. My friend was actually one of my students who I had taught English to over the past few months. I really enjoyed her company, and will greatly miss her.
Kazuya met me at about 10pm and we headed to the clubs for some dancing before catching separate trains home. Another tiring day!
My Sunday was spent sleeping in before heading to the YY School for a farewell lunch and then meeting several friends for dinner at a beautiful restaurant in Ginza for dinner. Nice to see so many of the people who had been friends of mine throughout the year turn up for one last celebration!
Will miss them all greatly!
So another amazing week cruising the streets of Tokyo! Sure am gonna miss it!
Will write once more in 2 days time on my last day here in Japan.
Take care everyone
Tim
xx
posted by Tim at 8:12 PM
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