10 things I loved about Japan :)

(In no particular order) 1) the metro system! - so easy to understand it basically one big loop around Tokyo. My main line: Yamanote line! ;) 2) the noodles - although raw fish is Tokyo's specialty it is not my favorite, however the ramen was excellent and not to mention a little bit cheaper than sushi. 3) the people :) - whether I was trying to find my way to a hostel or the statue of Hachiko(which I wLked by without noticing)in both occasions compete strangers personally escorted me and made sure I was in the right place. 4) free clear to understand city maps everywhere! -enough said :) 5) the vending machines - from whole course meals to delicious desserts the vending machines were like mini grocery stores ready to serve you whatever your little heart desired in seconds! 6)the packaging that everything came in - especially the fruit, it all either had a smiley face on it or cute animate instructions on what to do wig the product :) it was as if the stuff you bought was happy to be bought by YOU! 7) everything and I mean everything is smaller - being 5 feet tall can be a little tough in America, there are cabinets that can't be reached and buildings that are too tall, but the wonderful thing about Japan is that everything is shorter, smaller, and more compact! it's as if the town had been customized to my size :) what more could a girl want?! 8) Tokyo's city infrastructure - you can basically be walking next to a modern skyscraper and turn the corner and see a lovely shrine complete with moss and incense sticks :) 9) the parks speaking of the city's unique infrastructure it is insane how you can find peace among the chaos of the city in on of Tokyo's many parks :) so peaceful and calm you wouldn't even know you were surrounded by skyscrapers :) 10) the fashion!!!! :) there is only one rile in Tokyo fashion: fashion has no rules!!

pack like a pro :)

whether you are leaving for two weeks or two months i think this packing list could work for anyone willing to get creative and hates carrying around luggage... :) so for my upcoming trip this is what im packing..

clothes:


shirts (3)
-white v neck to sleep in
-white 3 quarters sleeve conservative shirt
-black j.crew simple tee

bottoms (7)
-one long skirt :) (with pockets!)
-one pair of hiking pants (will probably leave those within the first month)
-one pair of nicer khaki/beachy pants
-three shorts (one of them is my pjs)
-black harem super comfy pants :)

scarves (2)

outerwear items(3)
-one light sheer loose long-sleeve
-columbia light thermo
-rain jacket

shoes (2 pairs)

extras:
-dress(1)
-bathing suit(1)
-socks (3 pairs)
-undies (5)
-bras (2) one sport
-hat

Toiletries:
-face towel
-solid shampoo
-neosporin
-bandaids
-toothbrush and toothpaste
-floss
-loofa
-hair ties
-bobby pins

Makeup: (because im terribly vain)
-tinted moisturizer
-sunscreen
-face moisturizer
-body lotion
-Chapstick
-face wash
-itty bitty bit of bare minerals
-cheek stain
-mascara
-eyeshadow

Electronics:
-Ipod
-camera
-charger (for both)
-adapter
-flashlight
-Spot GPS system :) follow me around
-extra memory cards

Miscellaneous:
-water bottle
-ear plugs
-eye mask
-pack rain cover
-wipeys
-laundry soap
-IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS!!!
-3 books
-money belt
-"Tommy The Freeloader"

..this might change as my pack somehow seems to grow bigger everyday.. -_-