My trip to Tokyo was short, without Tesla, and rather strange for personal reasons. My parents were in Lisbon so I didn't get to see them, 1 friend I wanted to see had an ill grandmother to tend to, 1 friend had some personal issues to deal with, and jet-lag was tough for me this time. However, being back, breathing Tokyo air, hearing Japanese around me, being in a clean and polite city, and seeing old friends and colleagues was completely worth it. I realize that if I didn't have these frequent biz trips back to Tokyo, no matter how lovely SF is, I'd be completely homesick. As I age and raise Tesla, I realize how important it is for me to feel my Japanese side.
I didn't focus on taking pictures so what I got was random...but Michelle, who came with me, took a fabulous set.
First is the typical cloud shot. So beautiful it's hard to take for granted. Next is my first lunch at work: mentaiko pasta at a nice cafe spot. I love lunches in Tokyo - cheap sets (appetizer/soup, dish, dessert) that are high quality (not just a sandwich or giant salad).
Custest "save energy" sticker with cats showing how not all lights need to be on all the time (too bright!). Then a quick shot of a view from Six Apart's office.
Fabulous Enoki...my home spot in Tokyo. I haven't stopped by for a while since when I'm in Tokyo with Tesla, I go home vs. going out. And Enoki isn't the kind of place you can stop by for 1 drink. You need to be there and participate so mama-san might not let you leave quickly. That's the charm, but I only go when I'm flexible with time : )
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