Lost in Translation

So, i am back in the US of A. here are 5 thoughts on Japan, the last leg of my trip:

1. The service is impeccable in Japan. Even at Coldstone (yes, i had Coldstone in Tokyo) they present the ice cream bowl ( I'm a "love it" guy for those of you wondering) with both hands, a slight bow, and a salutation.

2. The hype is real, the sushi in Japan is far better than the usa. I have neve rlike sushi. when our friends came out to Philly we went to a really nice sushi place in philly and I still "didn't feel the love". Well, i felt the love in Japan. i still haven't tried the sea urchin, but that is on the agenda for next trip.

3. Baseball is far more fun to watch in Japan than in the US. The atmosphere is more like a college football game. there are opposing bands, constant team songs, and chearleaders. Also, you can have "squid jerky (tried it; loved it), seaweed, and awhole host of other goodies.

4. The transportatopn system in Tokyo is the most complex I have ever seen in a major world city. I finally figured it, mostly, by the end, but it is incredible.

5. I look forward to going back.