Today was our last day in Japan so we definitely made it count. You might want to get a coffee before you read this post.
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First stop was the world famous Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing which proudly claims to be the busiest intersection in the world. Seven roads meet at this intersection and all the lights turn red at once resulting in a giant scramble of people crossing the roads.
Visited the memorial to Hachiko near that intersection.
Back on the metro up to Harajuko to visit the Owl Cafe. Seeing owls up close is a great experience but again we left early because the entire thing is just cruel.
Stopped by the Park Hyatt which is famous because "Lost in Translation" was filmed there. We had intended to have lunch in the bar on the 52nd floor but the menu was a bit heavy. We were looking for sandwiches but they had only steaks. The view from up there is worth the trip though.
Back on the metro over to the Akihabara area. I think we rode every metro line in Tokyo today. Henry is now an expert on navigating and buying tickets for all the Tokyo trains. The Akihabara area is famous for electronic stores and the anime inspired cafes. I asked Henry if he wanted go to the maid cafe and received an emphatic "No" in return.
Racing simulators was the first stop in Akihabara.
The seat actually moves like you are really in a race car.
Next stop, cat cafe. This had too many rules for me. The funniest thing is that the cats are really not into being constantly petted by people. They are mostly just sitting around being grumpy. The one next to Henry looks just like Garfield.
Next stop was the Sega building for virtual reality games. This was easily the highlight of the day. You don an entire VR suit - googles, vest, gloves, headphones and gun and do battle with alien monsters. You actually feel like you are in the alien world and get scared when you have to walk across the skinny bridge.
Back to the hotel for a quick swim and rest.
Back on the metro to Shinjuku for dinner before ending the evening at the Robot Restaurant. I don't even know how to explain the robot show. There were robots, laser shows, a robot mardi gras parade, a giant lobster, a giant snake, dragons, drums, various sized pandas, a teenage mutant turtle, a cross between the kool aid man and a robot, dinosaurs and more robots. Some of the effects were genius while others were delightfully amateurish.
Phew. That was a busy day. I am currently enjoying an adult beverage in the bar while Henry is trying out the Japanese tub in the room.
We get up early tomorrow morning for the flight home.
Ready?
First stop was the world famous Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing which proudly claims to be the busiest intersection in the world. Seven roads meet at this intersection and all the lights turn red at once resulting in a giant scramble of people crossing the roads.
Visited the memorial to Hachiko near that intersection.
Back on the metro up to Harajuko to visit the Owl Cafe. Seeing owls up close is a great experience but again we left early because the entire thing is just cruel.
Stopped by the Park Hyatt which is famous because "Lost in Translation" was filmed there. We had intended to have lunch in the bar on the 52nd floor but the menu was a bit heavy. We were looking for sandwiches but they had only steaks. The view from up there is worth the trip though.
Back on the metro over to the Akihabara area. I think we rode every metro line in Tokyo today. Henry is now an expert on navigating and buying tickets for all the Tokyo trains. The Akihabara area is famous for electronic stores and the anime inspired cafes. I asked Henry if he wanted go to the maid cafe and received an emphatic "No" in return.
Racing simulators was the first stop in Akihabara.
The seat actually moves like you are really in a race car.
Next stop, cat cafe. This had too many rules for me. The funniest thing is that the cats are really not into being constantly petted by people. They are mostly just sitting around being grumpy. The one next to Henry looks just like Garfield.
Next stop was the Sega building for virtual reality games. This was easily the highlight of the day. You don an entire VR suit - googles, vest, gloves, headphones and gun and do battle with alien monsters. You actually feel like you are in the alien world and get scared when you have to walk across the skinny bridge.
Back to the hotel for a quick swim and rest.
Back on the metro to Shinjuku for dinner before ending the evening at the Robot Restaurant. I don't even know how to explain the robot show. There were robots, laser shows, a robot mardi gras parade, a giant lobster, a giant snake, dragons, drums, various sized pandas, a teenage mutant turtle, a cross between the kool aid man and a robot, dinosaurs and more robots. Some of the effects were genius while others were delightfully amateurish.
Phew. That was a busy day. I am currently enjoying an adult beverage in the bar while Henry is trying out the Japanese tub in the room.
We get up early tomorrow morning for the flight home.
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