@loki realtalk I took my first photo of food in my life while here in Japan. Normally I'm too busy enjoying the food to take a photo. But the shaved ice I had was just too pretty to not do so. Also in Japan it's rude to walk and eat so since I was heading towards a bench in the shade to eat it, I had a bit of free time.
@loki yeah! It probably contributes to just how tidy Japan is! Trash is just... So rare.
@loki Japan in general is really lovely. The people are super polite and accommodating but never to the point of cloying or silliness. They're just so pleasant and lovely, especially if you make the effort to try and speak Japanese and reciprocate their politeness.
@loki October is a good time to visit apparently. We actually came about the time of a particular festival to do with moon gazing? I wanna say tsukimi? Which wasn't intentional but the weather has been spectacular, if rather hot and humid. Later October is better if you prefer cooler weather (also perhaps a bit cheaper too)
@loki oh yeah you definitely wanna miss that D: especially since it's hosted in Tokyo. We accidentally came about the time of the rugby world cup here in Japan, but I think we've managed to just about avoid it
