Part 2 takes me to Asia. I had a work meeting scheduled in Bangkok (yeah I don’t understand my life either), and when booking flights, I noticed a possible connection through Tokyo (a Bucket List location). I decided it was the perfect time to extended that connection to a few days and see what happened.
Here’s a very important fact about me (that I’ve probably already covered, but bear with me)….I hate being alone. I don’t understand people who need a lot of alone time. I’m the puppy scratching at the door, begging for someone to play with me. The only time I really overcome this fear is if a new country is involved. I knew this was the only way to see Tokyo at the time, so I took a deep breath, told myself I would hang out with all the people when I returned, and booked the flight.
Everybody needs to go to Tokyo now! It is such a fun city. There are so many things to do, and all signage includes English so it is pretty easy to get around. There are multi-level stationary stores everywhere!! I already regretting not getting 395702 of the favorite pen I found. I’ll just have to go back.
The highlight of the tour was this go-cart tour! Yes, we are in onsies….why are you asking so many questions?? This tour takes you to all the sites in Tokyo. It was so much fun! You become really popular among people you pass as well. There was lots of waving. We were literally driving in everyday traffic, but our guides were amazing. We even drove through the busiest intersection in the world (see below). I would take this tour over and over again.
I also stopped by the world’s largest Starbucks. Was it worth the 30min wait to get in? Sure was (even though I was a little doubtful at first). Every wall was worth looking at, and most counters looked like science experiments were happening.
It’s an exciting city that made me wish I had more time there. It is very clean and easy to get around. I want to explore more of Japan, but this was an awesome first visit. 48….you were GREAT!!
Wander Susan Wonder 