Nippon Ichiban with Tomo Pyon

Well it has been about 2 weeks in Japan and finally I have some time to collect my thoughts about the whole experience. I have to say that it has been really busy and enjoyable at the same time going out to meet Tomo's friend, Tomo parents friend, and my second cousin. My brother and I have been taken care by the Lin's hospitality. My brother and I are totally indebted to their kindness and genorosity.

I realize that Tomo has many friends and her parents have many more! Everywhere I go with them in the city of Urayasu, there is a least someone in the area that knows them. It is a testament to the generosity and love of Mr and Ms. Hayashi to get to know people.

Here are some of the many people I have met in Japan in no particular order or preference. Met with Nao, Eri, Uchida San, Hayashi (Korean) family, Tsusaka family (2nd relatives), Pen Chan, Katsu Kun (Tomo's big brother same age as me), Asakura Family (Koko, Asuka), Ken and Ashley (Rich's friend from College), Yukiko and Yoshi (from Izumi Christian Fellowship) and many more.










Although it has been extremely busy and many things that we did. I was lucky to have some time to spend with Tomo alone at Tokyo Disney Sea. Where else can you go to Italy, Middle East, Middle of the Earth, and America in one day? It was sooo cool and maybe a bit annoying for Tomo as I was taking pictures all over. I guess an Urawa boy is not used to the bustle and hustle of Maihama Disney Sea. Tomo joked that I was really dating my camera. But I cannot think of anyone else to go with but with Tomo. It was really cool and romantic especially at night. The big band beat was really enjoyable and probably gave some inspiration to Tomo. Music really moves our world. It was a bit rainy but it was definitely cooler. This is an experience I won't forget!



Another enjoyable experience was the Tokyo Bay Fireworks display! It was sooo cool and Tomo really looked beautiful in the Yukata. And I thought we looked great together. We have a good picture of us together that really makes us look a bit Japanese in Japan. The fireworks display was spectacular!






And another experience I would like to mention was the spa. That was one of the most relaxing experinces I had at an Onsen. We enjoyed it immensely. Although Tomo had to leave a bit earlier, my brother and I stayed there a bit longer.

But with all the events going on, the event I liked the best was seeing old pictures in Tomo's room and getting to know my better half. That night we spoke til about 1 am. Tomo had such an interesting and special experience that many people can only dream to have. Without this experience of course I would never have met her and become the person I am now today.

Also I realize now, that Tomo is an extremely shy girl when it comes to video taping, but it was touching to see the very energetic and talented girl during the time I was in college and high school. Honto ni oyaji boku wa.

This experience in Japan was the best because I have a companion that knows and cares about me the most. God has blessed me with this gift!