SHIKIMIKIE: TOKYO 2015
Showing posts with label TOKYO 2015. Show all posts
Showing posts with label TOKYO 2015. Show all posts

Wednesday, 11 November 2015

Exploring Tokyo with Kim

November 11, 2015 0
Exploring Tokyo with Kim






I was like 30 minutes late our call time because I messed up. I literally carefully calculated the time needed for me to get to my destination on time but this is what happened. When I transfered train station, I fell asleep sort of and I knew my station would just be like 3 stops away but yeah when I came to my senses, I was like, OMG NO! Then I hurried to get down from the station, located the exit, and yeah I was wrong. Because my station is actually supposed to be the next station from where I went down. Then I have to wait for like, kinda long right? And so it goes. I kinda feel sorry for them. They waited for a long time under the sun. 










Our first stop is Rikugi-en. It's kind of odd that my friend wanted to see gardens and parks here in Japan. Contrary to what I think most people want to see here like lights, night life, Disney, and everything. Her reason being is that there's no such thing in the Philippines. I agree! But Disney though. Although they went to Universal in Osaka which I very much envy. Anyways. 










Literally so hot. I can't. The place was so pretty though. I can't wait to be back by like fall or like Sakura season. 










Then we went to Nakamise St. I haven't been! It was so crowded. Again, I guess it would have been nicer in fall or like Spring. 










Total fail. This machine refused to let its eggs out :( 










Then we ate at this Yakiniku place. I was literally talking about wanting to eat Yakiniku but I just can't because more often than not, I'm alone at life so yeah haha. The story is that we were actually supposed to eat at Saizeriya and then this place is beside that and we were curious so we checked it out and yeah apparently it's a Yakiniku Buffet and yeah it's very affordable! Me likey. Yakiniku finally!! 







Kim, Hachiko, and I 





Before Shibuya, we went to Shinjuku first. But then we realized that there's nothing much in Shinjuku. Just heartache. Joke! I shouldn't have insisted to go there. Oh well. Sayang.










Then we went to their apartment which was in Shinjuku.










On my way back to Shinjuku Station. 










Oh Shinjuku. 

Tuesday, 10 November 2015

Tokyo Disney Sea 2015

November 10, 2015 0
Tokyo Disney Sea 2015






First time at Disney Sea! I haven't been to Universal either but I'm assuming that the Earth something something looks quite similar to this. Or at least we thought. Haha










For some reason, when I go to parks and stuff, it's always Halloween. I wonder. 










Disney Sea gives me a European village vibe for some reason. Haven't been to Europe either so I don't know why I'm saying that. Haha










Went with Bry to celebrate his Birthday. :)













When I was a child, I always wondered what Disney Sea is like but I was always too small for Disney Sea so that gave me the notion that Disney Sea is for adults. Also, when I was kind of a grown-up, my little sisters were too little for it anyways so we didn't really have a chance to go together. 










For most part, it is. But that doesn't mean that children wouldn't enjoy their visit or something. There are still rides and places where we felt like we're too old to go into. But that's like only 1 ride so whatever haha. 










A little bit of advice though, if you have a child maybe like below 6, stick to Disneyland. I am always irritated by parents who carry their infants with them.  I mean, there's no point. Should have left them somewhere warm. Kawawa lang yung bata. Or so I think. 







Me assessing Cruella





Cruella De Vil was just so cruel that day (or always) shooing people away haha. 










Break time!! Disney wouldn't be complete without Turkey Legs of course. We also had Gyoza. 










Also, I have just known this thru someone as well but when I asked that friend the difference between Disney Land and Sea, he immediately asked me "do you know they sell beer at Disney Sea?" And so I was like, okay should try that. And so we did. 










Second favorite ride. 










My favorite part! I don't know. This is just random. 










We waited in line for like 140 minutes. Somebody give us an award for this. 










My favorite ride!! 










Disney Sea at night is just as magical as Disney Land. I mean, I don't know. I think I would be judging too quickly if I were to choose now but yeah, would make the judgment as soon as I get to explore more of both parks. 










I also would like to point out that even though there's no Cinderella's Castle, this Little Mermaid's lagoon or whatever somehow makes up for it. But I must admit that there's something really magical with the classic Castle but you know, whatevs. 







Favorite view 







Heading home. 







Toyville










I would love to go back soon! :) I mean, to finally choose/make up my mind which I like better or something. But I somehow find that impossible because you know, I have been to Disneyland as many times as I could remember and I still think I haven't seen most of it. That's why I think it's beautiful. Because you can never fully see it. Like, there's always something to look forward to. So yeah they're both beautiful as it is so I guess it's really just a matter of preference. 

Monday, 16 February 2015

Taking Over Harajuku/Shibuya. 2.9.15

February 16, 2015 1
Taking Over Harajuku/Shibuya. 2.9.15








To be honest, this is like already one of the cutest stuff I've seen in Harajuku. I also didn't see much "gyaru". I've seen probably 6 of them. Sad. 












There are quite a lot of stores in this place and if you just want to spend your money buying stuff, you'll enjoy your time here for sure. 







First crepe store I've seen







Going to Takeshita street





It's actually quite near Harajuku Station so you'll never go amiss. 









Takeshita Street





Just this street alone will feed you cute stuff! And your stomach too. 










Takeshita street is actually kind of small but really full of cute finds. Like, shops after shops. Candy shops, dress shops, restaurants, like, not a single space wasted. And I like that they're all Indie-ish and cute. 







Crepes! 





Being totally bias, I bought my crepe at Marion Crepes. No idea which one to choose so I chose the one with the longest line. I think the one I got was called Banana Cheesecake or something. It was kind of cold that day so I didn't order the one with the ice cream version whichI bet would be awesome in summer.







Crepes display





Very curious what veggie crepe tastes like. Should I? Should I? 







Angels Heart Crepe







Santa Monica crepes 





I don't know what is it about Harajuku but there were lots of crepe shops. I'm not complaining. LOL. I think they have like at least 3 Santa Monica crepe store in the area so I'm looking forward to trying some from that shop. 










Harajuku is not only a place for cute stuff but oh my gosh also a place for high end stuff. Chanel, D&G, Dior, and a lot more side by side and I was like, okay, going the other way now. LOL. 







Harajuku Station







Selfie 





Not that these selfies have anything to do with Harajuku. Like, it's difficult traveling alone I feel like. Kind of hard taking pictures of yourself with the stuff that matters. My face matters. Hahaha










It's kind of a vintage looking station and I'm actually really into it. It's not as fancy as Tokyo Station though. I think. 







People crossing the street







Harajuku H&M and Forever 21







Lotteria





After a very long walk, I had this and went to Shibuya. At this point, my feet is really aching because of wrong decisions. Hahaha damn you heels! 







Touchdown Shibuya







Shibuya lights










If it weren't for my aching feet, I would have stayed longer in Shibuya. It's so pretty there!! Like, lights everywhere and stuff. 







Hachiko statue





I miss my dog Shiki. To my disappointment though, didn't take a selfie with it and it's underrated. Like not much people cared about it there, I feel. Lots took pictures though and boom, done.







Pretty!!! 





Will definitely be back!! It's so festive. Me likey.