IRASHIMASE!

Today's haul

As you may know, shopping in Japan is a unique experience: the variety is endless, display samples are always available, and the customer service is top notch. Today's shopping experience was also unique because there were no crowds. I picked up some items at Yodobashi Camera (iron, ironing board, blank CD, earphone covers), ABC-Mart (half socks), and UNIQLO (dress socks) in Kichijoji (relatively busy shopping district) at a decently slow pace. It took me about 15 minutes to decide on an iron and that's how I like it. Nobody bothered me or even entered the Iron Section. The UNIQLO I went to was probably the biggest one I've visited yet, and again, I chose my socks with patience. It was probably one of the better shopping experiences I've had since I got here.

Speaking of UNIQLO, I was very tempted to buy out the entire store. They have so many basics in a plethora of colours and styles that aren't too bargain basement or fashion forward. They seem to have clothes and accessories for 'now' and 'always.' Maybe that's not THAT unique, but what if I tell you that everything's dirt cheap? Cheaper than GAP, better than Old Navy, and more conservative than American Apparel. So I hear there's an H&M downtown now?

To top off my day, I had a peaceful Avocado Dried Laver Bacon burger at the always reliable Village Vanguard Diner. Fuck, somebody give me a job already.