Something's Fishy

Hello Everyone,
It is Thursday but my body says it is Tuesday. I woke up at 2 am and couldn't get back to sleep, an experience shared by many of us. We got up and went to the Tokyo fish market. One of the largest in the world. It bustles with activity and it is fascinating to watch as they inspect the fish and then auction them off. We returned for breakfast by 8:00 but we'd already put in a full day.

We have been attending seminars about the education reform in Japan, the economy (invest in Japanese senior care-they have all the money) and this afternoon a speaker is coming from parliment.
Yesterday we were treated to a kabuki performance, a traditional drama. Then a woman demonstrated how she put on her makeup to dress for a dance wearing a beautiful komono. It was a long and complicated process with amazing results. The dance was performed accompanied by three musicians playing Japnaese instruments.

Some interesting observations:

Taxis are spotless. The drivers wear white gloves and their seats are covered in lace.

Japanese are shy but they love to let you take their picture.

Everywhere you go there are shrines and temples varing in size. It is common for people to stop and bow in respect.

Time to go, we are very busy and they are very particular about being on time.

Love,
Barbara
Luvubad