Going to Asakusa we were right on time as the clock slided up and other parts turned around to show characters in traditional costume as we were in the densest temple area in the city. It had to be the biggest lantern I've ever seen. But we still had to pass a ton of shops to get to the temple itself.
When I was in junior high I remember seeing round glasses which would make the wearer look like he had asian eyes. Magically everyone seems to have forgotten that these ever existed. However in Asia we have the other side of the coin.
When we get closer to the actual temple entrance on the left and right are tons are lanterns showing the names of people who have donated. I really didn't expect to see this kind of building in Japan. A monk praying by the main building? I didn't know the Lions were involved in temples.
The next day at Shibuya we fought the crowds a bit, got lunch together, and wandered around from there. Later that night we passed a rice vending machine. Please read the label. Had a wonderful homemade dinner (the chicken was amazing~). Glanced at the family photos, traditional bedroom, and New Years badmittion racket. Went to the sauna with my friends' father. Saw the coolest toilet ever where you can wash your hands right then and there. One of the problems with similiar toilets in Asia is your leg can activate certain buttons unexpectadly. Another advantage with this one is that the controls are off to the side.
Back at the airport I got there in time to still get a nap before our flight. Saw another multipurpose bathroom and gazed at the posters talking about illegially imported meat. I guess it is not just the Koreans who are afraid of beef specifically.
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