Today was jam-packed with activity and adventure from start to finish...students were unsure what sardines were until 1. We rode the subway to the FISH market and 2. We rode the SUBWAY to the fish market. The ride there helped them empathize with the salty delicacy and helped explain the Japanese habits of wearing a face mask and lacking any conception of personal space. The market itself was ripe with sea urchins, fried squid by the handfuls, and every other seafaring creature you can imagine. Even though it was mid morning everyone at a lot at the food stalls!
Our next stop was the iconic Skytree, the second tallest man-made structure inu the world and a distinct part of Tokyo’s skyline. It is primarily a signal tower but the first eight floors contain shops, restaurants, and a small technology exhibition. This was our lunch stop though no one was really hungry.
The favorite destination of today was Akihabara, the anime and video gaming district. Japanese subculture was on high display as students saw an owl cafe, maid cafe, and hard core gaming enthusiasts sweating at their craft.
Dinner was Korean BBQ grilled by each guest over an open flame at the center of the table. To get there, we had to pass Shibuya Crossing, one of the craziest intersections you will ever witness. A few students stayed out late shopping with Mr. Neighbors while the rest headed back to bed. After 9 miles of walking and standing on packed subway cars it was a well-deserved respite.
Tomorrow we drive to Hakone to see Mount Fuji and to get away from the city, but Tokyo was superb and we are sad to see her go.
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