The other day we ran across a bunch of really cool looking succulents around and about as we were walking. I know nothing about them other than that they look awesome, so I share them with you. And as… Read more ›
This is another cleaning out the camera post- with some utter cuteness at the end, so you should stick through it. But before we get to the pictures, I have to mention the awesomest thing. There is chime-y music ringing… Read more ›
Yesterday afternoon we took a walk over to Nakameguro and around by the river. Here’s some things we saw. Cute graffiti: Lots of cool textures on this multi level building. This is the street we were walking down.… Read more ›
Some pictures from the last couple of days. Aren’t these gorgeous? Oh for a vase. Fun graffiti. We went to the park in Ebisu the other day (the girls LOVE this park), and there was a group of older folks… Read more ›
I realized today that I haven’t been posting as often this trip as I did last time. At least it doesn’t feel like I am (I’m not going to check) because we’re not going out and exploring as much as… Read more ›
Today we went to Toneri Koen with some friends. It took about an hour to get there, but it was worth it! The weather was beautiful, and the park was green and gorgeous. And it was nice and warm- perfect… Read more ›
Today is a National Holiday in Japan- Greenery Day. It’s supposed to commemorate Emperor Hirohito’s love of nature without directly mentioning his name. Â (The day used to commemorate his birthday each year when he was alive.) Since parts of his… Read more ›
Today is the beginning of Golden Week, a week chock full of Japanese holidays. A lot of Japanese take the whole week off, since Monday, Thursday, Friday, and the following Monday are all holidays. Today is Showa Day, and per… Read more ›
Today was a gorgeous day in Tokyo, and after lunch we decided to head out to Tamagawa. It’s an area one stop away from where we’ll be living in Denenchofu, and it has a large river that runs… Read more ›
Today we went to the Ueno Zoo, situated in Ueno Park , which is incredibly beautiful this time of year. I took a LOT of pictures. The girls found dandelions and had to make wishes. And Tiny had to throw leaves… Read more ›