Kawaii!

Most definitely one of my highlights of the weekend was spending time playing with this bundle of joy. Took a little stroll with her through the park and danced with her too. Such a cute well behaved innocent little girl.


Baby exercises-- playing with a camera and pushing whatever button your tiny little fingers can find. Too cute.


She already knows her ABC song too. What more could you ask for?


The people from 熊谷.


Here's Ryo. He's awesome to talk to because he learns most of his English from South Park. Funny, funny guy.

上野 花見

I know I've had an abundance of sakura-themed posts lately but I'm just keeping with the current craze here in Japan. This was the scene at Ueno over the weekend.


It's not all gravy though, as I've probably seen more public drunkeness and intoxicaion over the past few days than I have ever witnessed in my life. Kyle and I strolled through Inokashira Park the other night and it was quite hilarious. For the record we had drinks in our hands too.


Most of the prime viewing areas are reserved and occupied from 5:00 in the morning when the trains first start running. A hefty supply of food and alcohol are brought along to hopefully last for the entire day. Of course there are the typical food stands and snack vendors during any festival time. Also, imitation geisha spotting!


Going to be hitting up several more locations over the next few weeks while hanami is still possible. Next up is probably Yoyogi or the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.