Day One

I'm officially in Japan! The flight was not as bad as I thought and driving into the city was almost surreal. I Knew that Tokyo was big, but I could never have anticipated that it would be this colossal. Jet lag may be taking its toll on me but I managed to make it through a very, very long first day. Though I may have been a little out of it, I still had a great first experience with Japanese culture. I've always loved big cities and this ones the jackpot. The architecture is so unique and modern, it is hard to explain, I guess the best way to describe things in Japan would be "cute and modern". You would be hard pressed to find anything without some adorable cartoon character on it, and I mean anything. As for the people of Japan, my first impression is that they are extremely respectful and well mannered. I noticed that even when our group was blocking a busy commute exit or entrance, people would just go around us without even looking upset. Another observation is that Japanese people know what they like and are not ashamed of it. The observation tower was a real treat as we got to see the entire sky line of Tokyo. It was overwhelming to see something that huge function so well but the people of Japan are such hard workers that it doesn't surprise me. I was very pleased with our visit to the traditional Japan farmhouse museum. Though, at times, it was hard to keep up with Doctor Londo, I felt that the trip was a nice change of pace from the metropolis that is Tokyo. Just taking in the sights and sounds of the nature as well as the simplistic architecture calmed me down after a hectic day. I am looking forward to tomorrow and couldn't be more excited for what the next few weeks has in store for us.