Japan!!
eh, you can't through?...
Our trip to Japan was short but sweet. Japan is an amazing country rich in history but it is also on the cutting edge of technology. During our trip to Osaka, we got to see a blend of the old and new parts of Japan. Osaka is the 2nd largest city in Japan (2nd to Tokyo) and has one of the largest ferris wheels and aquariums in the world. Osaka is also home to a historic castle that was built in the 16th century. And of course, there is a large shopping district in Osaka which we found. But, as developed as the country is, I was surprised at how difficult it was to navigate our way around the city. My guess is that its simply because we didn't know the language. In my travels to other foreign countries, finding my way around was easier. I've noticed that there are more signs translated to English especially in the touristy spots. Regardless, we made it into the country (after being fingerprinted during a very high tech immigration system), found our way around and had a great time.
At 3 months old, Charlie is now a veteran world traveller. She now has a whole page and a half filled in her passport!
A very high tech bathroom in the airport.
I would normally never take a picture of a bathroom but this one was an exception. The large white thing on the wall folds down into a makeshift bed so that you can rest or change a baby's diaper. Also, I'd like to add that every toilet had a heated seat and a bidet...how crazy?!
where are we?
Checking out what Japan has to offer
Hanging out in the hotel lobby.
Dressing up in the kimono provided by the hotel
Osaka Castle
inside the castle, taking a break from the heat.
the Aquarium
Little Japanese preschoolers taking a field trip to the aquarium...so cute!
hello...please don't eat me.
Right out of Finding Nemo
One Fish, Two Fish...
oh how fun. Charlie is starting to get the cheeks. I love them so adorable.
ReplyDeleteShe's a doll!! I love the tutu :) A princess in the making...
ReplyDeleteYou get great pictures of Charlie with the best expressions!! The cheeks are looking like Mollee and Berkley's!! It is that creamy milk in those hooters!!! Glad to see you are all having such a great time!! I remember when Zeke was a baby and Micci's parents had not seen him since he was a new born... he was about 2 or 3 months old when they saw him next. They started laughing when they saw how big his cheeks were and Micci started crying because she thought they were making fun of her baby!! That first time mom thing I suppose! Zeke had big cheeks and was so cute!!
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