04 Dec 07
Originally posted by NordlysI'm sure your brother and his family will have a full schedule for you. If there is time, a visit to Kyoto and/or Kamakura is worthwhile. For me, most of Tokyo is fairly gray and ordinary, but the Japanese are fine people wherever you are. There is a nice little article on Japanese customs on the Conde Nast site. Don't take it too seriously, however, as the Japanese make allowances for us foreigners. If you like chicken and other items grilled on skewers, try one of the Toriyaki stands or small bistros. Besides the sushi bars, they have always been a personal favorite.
I am going to spend my Christmas holidays in Tokyo, visiting my brother and his family. It'll be my first time in Japan. Any tips?
Give us a report when you are back and enjoy your trip.
🙂
05 Dec 07
Originally posted by jebrydzaginThanks for the tips! I googled "Conde Nast" and found this site: http://www.condenast.com/ Is that the one you are talking about? Looks rather chaotic, not sure how to find an article about Japan there. I have two weeks, so a trip to Kyoto or Kamakura isn't out of the question. I don't eat meat, so no chicken skewers for me, but I eat seafood, so I think I should be able to find plenty of interesting and delicious food!
I'm sure your brother and his family will have a full schedule for you. If there is time, a visit to Kyoto and/or Kamakura is worthwhile. For me, most of Tokyo is fairly gray and ordinary, but the Japanese are fine people wherever you are. There is a nice little article on Japanese customs on the Conde Nast site. Don't take it too seriously, however, ...[text shortened]... ays been a personal favorite.
Give us a report when you are back and enjoy your trip.
🙂
05 Dec 07
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Originally posted by NordlysCheck out the youth fashions and report back! I've heard that recently adolescent aged girls (and maybe older and younger too) are dressing in ... outfits like dolls or like little girls -- hard to explain. Let me go find pictures and be write back.
Thanks for the tips! I googled "Conde Nast" and found this site: http://www.condenast.com/ Is that the one you are talking about? Looks rather chaotic, not sure how to find an article about Japan there. I have two weeks, so a trip to Kyoto or Kamakura isn't out of the question. I don't eat meat, so no chicken skewers for me, but I eat seafood, so I think I should be able to find plenty of interesting and delicious food!
Sincerely,
Pawny
Found it: Gothic Lolita http://tinyurl.com/ytkn5a I'm dying to know if this is just a youthful quirk (and one that has passed) or if this is actually common.
05 Dec 07
Originally posted by NordlysYou won't find a shortage of good things to eat. I must correct myself, even if you don't care for chicken. The cuisine is yaki-tori. Sorry - it has been a while. Best wishes.
Thanks for the tips! I googled "Conde Nast" and found this site: http://www.condenast.com/ Is that the one you are talking about? Looks rather chaotic, not sure how to find an article about Japan there. I have two weeks, so a trip to Kyoto or Kamakura isn't out of the question. I don't eat meat, so no chicken skewers for me, but I eat seafood, so I think I should be able to find plenty of interesting and delicious food!
Jeb