While in Tokyo, be sure to never ever blow your nose in public. It is seen as extremely rude and dirty. The people there are very, very, very, very helpful and kind, so be sure to let them know how much you appreciate everything they have done. When thanking people, make sure to bow your head a little. If you're not sure what we are describing here, you will see many people do it in the first 30 seconds of being in the country, and you will catch on quickly.
The drive from the airport into Tokyo is rather long, so don't worry. When you exit the taxi, don't close the door -- the taxi driver has a creepy claw that he uses to do that for you.
Things there are very expensive for Americans these days, so beware. For example, melons sometimes cost 210 US dollars because they are given as gifts. You should definitely go to the fist market, and get there early, like 7 am. At the fish market, there is a woman selling rice triangles wrapped in seaweed. You must try the soy sauce one. Actually, it is part of the requirement list for a trip to the Far East, so you HAVE to try one. Eat some mochi, and explore the bottom floor of the department stores. They are supermarkets filled with the most delicious things you could ever imagine.
We can't talk about Tokyo without talking about Hariuku. YOU MUST GO. If you're there on a Sunday, deeeeeeeeeeefinitely go to Harijuku. It's also good on all of the other days of the week, but amazing on Sunday. That's all we will tell you about it.
In closing, the subway is easy, the pastries are amazing (you might need pants with an elastic waist), and the people are the kindest we've ever met. Stay clean, be very grateful and overly thankful, and people will love you, although that is important for life in general. Have fun!
One love,
THE SNOOK
1 comment:
this is so funny! who is lady snook, i want to meet her!
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