Saturday, September 20, 2008

smile and bow

konichiwa. we arrived safely to japan and are experiencing the crazy world of tokyo anime, sushi, pagodas and fashion. even the pets here have banging style... mini denim skirts and pink sanrio panchos are the latest craze! the people here are so accommodating... and tiny! and since we've learned a total of 3 phrases, we bow- to everyone for everything. scotty's friend wes has been our own personal tour guide and has taught us a lot about the shinto religion- and has warned us about the god who takes your anus if you don't bow to him on the streets. please pray for us.

we're headed to kyoto tomorrow on an overnight bus to experience old japan and sip tea with geishas and sumos.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

oh my god i'm so jealous. i just had a dream that i was back in japan and i bought new hello kitty flip flops and now i'm sad that i don't have them in real life. are you going to stay in tokyo at all? i have friends if you need them. i'm so jealous!!!!! have fun!!!! email me if you want!!!!!!!

Erin Schan said...

you girls are so awesome! cristiana and I are cracking up!! We love you and are praying for you!

Anonymous said...

Ummm... you two are SO my heroes... just FYI.

Made a DELICIOUS new sangria mixture this weekend, can't wait for you guys to get back to CA!! BBQ at my place with hubby & whoever wants to come when you get back! :0)

Loves and hugs, can't wait for an update!
<3

Jana said...

Oh my, girls. It sounds like you are definitely in for some adventures - I hope you show that God some respect - your trip could be pretty crappy if you don't. And I am having trouble envisioning you sipping tea with sumos... but I truly hope you're able to swing that and provide me with a photo for my ugly album.

Thanks for the update! Enjoy Kyoto!

Anonymous said...

So I know your not in Thailand yet but, Sawadikap! I don't know how to say hello in Chinease so thai will have to do!

Hope you guys are having a blast, I am sure you are seeing some sweet statues and taking some sweet self timer pictures! I know thats what I would do!

Stay safe, much love

-nate