Last November 28, the company that I work for went on an incentive trip to Tokyo and I cannot describe how awesome the experience was for me.
I've always had happy feet and I've been wanting to travel in ages but because of circumstances, all I have are remains of unused and expired airline tickets. But that's a story for another time.
So how was my trip? Phenomenal. I am so grateful that I got to see such an amazing city with the most awesome people.
I don't want to bore you with too much details so let me just show you in photos the 15 most memorable moments of my Tokyo trip.
15. Riding the train.
The first time I rode the train was in London when I was about 9 years old and I loved it. You only start to hate trains when you encounter Metro Manila's notorious MRT. Riding the train in Tokyo brought me back to my first travel experience. Nostalgia is good for the soul.
14. Drinking at the hotel.
Every night after the long day of exploring the city, we would change into our PJs and go to room 1132 and drink Sake. We would be drinking until 3 am only to wake up a few hours later. So yeah, a photo like below is a given.
13. Eating Sashimi at the Tsukiji Market
None of my officemates knew that it was my first time eating sashimi. And I am so thrilled that my first was in the land that it originated from. Not breaking out in hives was also a thing I rejoiced about. :-P I thought I would be disgusted eating raw fish but it's pretty good.
12. A rainy afternoon in Shimokitazawa.
I love the rain. And I also love this neat souvenir that I got at Family Mart.
11. Agoraphobia at the Shibuya Crossing
If you have a fear of large crowds, then you're at the wrong place. It is such an overwhelming experience crossing the street with a thousand other people. What's the big deal right? It's just an intersection. Well, you have to be there.
10. Offering a prayer at the Meiju Shrine
Some wishes need all the help they can get.
9. Admiring the autumn leaves at the Jingu Garden
I know this is a pretty stupid picture but it's like the best photo to perfectly capture the crazy autumn colors of the leaves.
8. Belonging in Omotesando Hills
I've always had an eccentric sense of style but in Tokyo, I feel normal. It's one of the rare times that I felt I truly blend in. It was also in Omotesando that I was able to buy a skin care set by Koh Gen Do.
7. Purchasing my first pair of Airmax90s.
I'm in no way a sneakerhead but I've always wanted a pair of AM90s. I've held out so long because I was planning to buy abroad because it's cheaper. I've always planned to buy a pair in Hong Kong but because of unfulfilled travel plans, I almost gave in and shelled major cash to cop a pair here in Manila. When I got my job and my boss announced on my interview that we were going to Tokyo, I waited patiently. Patience is a virtue. Thank you Bryan of Sports Lab by Atmos for helping me out.
6. Exploring Harajuku
Yes, I wore my AM90s immediately the next day. I absolutely adore Harajuku. If I were to be blessed to live in Japan, I'd be setting up a quirky store here.
5. Envisioning a Future as a Cat Lady
Leave it to the Japanese to have cafes dedicated to cats.
4. Belly exploding Soba and going crazy over Katsu
If I weren't too exhausted, I would've eaten more. I did finish every meal I had.
3. Last day exploring the nearby park in Shinjuku
It was a very sunny day that day coming from the rainy days we've been having. Ana and I had decided to explore a park near the Hyatt Regency and take some photos sitting on the yellow leaves.
2. Mt. Fuji Bidding Us Goodbye
As I've mentioned above, our last day was a very sunny day. We woke up to this view from our hotel window.
1. My first night in Tokyo
The most memorable for me is definitely the first night. We just went exploring around Shinjuku. It was memorable for me because that day marked the first of many more travel experiences. I remember the feeling of finally being somewhere else. After the rocky years I've had, there is no better feeling than being able to escape, even just for a while.
Bonus: Braving Don Quijote!
Donki doesn't know what organization means. Shopping there is a challenge and not for the faint at heart. (Sorry there's no photo. There was no time!)
Small, wonderful and left her heart in Tokyo,
Monica
© Monica Dazo and smallbutwonderful.blogspot.com, 2014. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Monica Dazo and smallbutwonderful.blogspot.com with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
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| Photo by Ana F. |
I've always had happy feet and I've been wanting to travel in ages but because of circumstances, all I have are remains of unused and expired airline tickets. But that's a story for another time.
So how was my trip? Phenomenal. I am so grateful that I got to see such an amazing city with the most awesome people.
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15. Riding the train.
The first time I rode the train was in London when I was about 9 years old and I loved it. You only start to hate trains when you encounter Metro Manila's notorious MRT. Riding the train in Tokyo brought me back to my first travel experience. Nostalgia is good for the soul.
14. Drinking at the hotel.
Every night after the long day of exploring the city, we would change into our PJs and go to room 1132 and drink Sake. We would be drinking until 3 am only to wake up a few hours later. So yeah, a photo like below is a given.
13. Eating Sashimi at the Tsukiji Market
None of my officemates knew that it was my first time eating sashimi. And I am so thrilled that my first was in the land that it originated from. Not breaking out in hives was also a thing I rejoiced about. :-P I thought I would be disgusted eating raw fish but it's pretty good.
12. A rainy afternoon in Shimokitazawa.
I love the rain. And I also love this neat souvenir that I got at Family Mart.
11. Agoraphobia at the Shibuya Crossing
If you have a fear of large crowds, then you're at the wrong place. It is such an overwhelming experience crossing the street with a thousand other people. What's the big deal right? It's just an intersection. Well, you have to be there.
10. Offering a prayer at the Meiju Shrine
Some wishes need all the help they can get.
9. Admiring the autumn leaves at the Jingu Garden
I know this is a pretty stupid picture but it's like the best photo to perfectly capture the crazy autumn colors of the leaves.
8. Belonging in Omotesando Hills
I've always had an eccentric sense of style but in Tokyo, I feel normal. It's one of the rare times that I felt I truly blend in. It was also in Omotesando that I was able to buy a skin care set by Koh Gen Do.
7. Purchasing my first pair of Airmax90s.
I'm in no way a sneakerhead but I've always wanted a pair of AM90s. I've held out so long because I was planning to buy abroad because it's cheaper. I've always planned to buy a pair in Hong Kong but because of unfulfilled travel plans, I almost gave in and shelled major cash to cop a pair here in Manila. When I got my job and my boss announced on my interview that we were going to Tokyo, I waited patiently. Patience is a virtue. Thank you Bryan of Sports Lab by Atmos for helping me out.
6. Exploring Harajuku
Yes, I wore my AM90s immediately the next day. I absolutely adore Harajuku. If I were to be blessed to live in Japan, I'd be setting up a quirky store here.
5. Envisioning a Future as a Cat Lady
Leave it to the Japanese to have cafes dedicated to cats.
4. Belly exploding Soba and going crazy over Katsu
If I weren't too exhausted, I would've eaten more. I did finish every meal I had.
 |
| Photo by Ana F. |
3. Last day exploring the nearby park in Shinjuku
It was a very sunny day that day coming from the rainy days we've been having. Ana and I had decided to explore a park near the Hyatt Regency and take some photos sitting on the yellow leaves.
2. Mt. Fuji Bidding Us Goodbye
As I've mentioned above, our last day was a very sunny day. We woke up to this view from our hotel window.
 |
| Photo by Ana F. |
1. My first night in Tokyo
The most memorable for me is definitely the first night. We just went exploring around Shinjuku. It was memorable for me because that day marked the first of many more travel experiences. I remember the feeling of finally being somewhere else. After the rocky years I've had, there is no better feeling than being able to escape, even just for a while.
Bonus: Braving Don Quijote!
Donki doesn't know what organization means. Shopping there is a challenge and not for the faint at heart. (Sorry there's no photo. There was no time!)
Small, wonderful and left her heart in Tokyo,
Monica
© Monica Dazo and smallbutwonderful.blogspot.com, 2014. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Monica Dazo and smallbutwonderful.blogspot.com with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
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