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Tokyo - Akihabara

2011-11-02T15:32:00.002+08:00

Generally in Tokyo, guys like to go to Akihabara for electronic gadgets, while girls like to go to Ikebukuro for shopping.

Sanrio Puroland – The Hello Kitty World

2011-11-01T19:38:00.002+08:00

Sanrio Puroland is only worth visit for super Hello Kitty fans. For me, it’s a place for kids. What Sanrio Puroland can offer is cuteness and expensive shopping, nothing else! There is nothing much inside. I bought the 3000 Yen ticket, which is only for entrance and free show, but exclude entrance to Hello Kitty’s house (all the cutest things are in there).

This is quite a small place, can finish wandering around within 30 minutes. Next is to spend time in the shops and get some Hello Kitty products that is expensive and can be purchased elsewhere.

I was disappointed with what I get in here, this trip to Sanrio Puroland was a total waste of time and money. It’s better to spend whole day in Disneyland.

How to get there:

Shinjuku Station ------------------------------ Keio Line (40 min) -------------------------------> Tama Center Station

Ticket (Same day purchase):

For entrance and all free shows: Adult (18 years old and above) 3000 Yen

Passport: (Get the passport if you would like visit Hello Kitty’s house)

For entrance and all attractions: Adult (18 years old and above) 4000 Yen

Special toilet designs

Another design of the toilets

Shops selling all the cute stuffs

Hello Kitty Popcorn Machine

The Hello Kitty God and Goddess

Tokyo Disneyland – Dreams of Light

2010-04-29T22:13:00.000+08:00

From Tokyo Station --------------------------------------------------> Alight at Maihama Station.

After 6 passport @ 3,100 Yen (about RM120).

We purposely went in to catch the show – Dreams of Light

Bon Voyage – For visitors to shop before entrance.

The moment I walked into the Disneyland area, I can hear music everywhere, I felt so happy instantly… It was like a fairyland, full of endless happiness.

Show ends with fireworks!

Tokyo - Asakusa

2010-04-29T10:30:00.000+08:00

Tokyo - Ginza

2010-04-29T10:08:00.000+08:00

Hotel Toukaisou @ Asakusa, Tokyo

2010-04-29T07:30:00.000+08:00

It is not easy to find cheap rooms to stay in Tokyo, moreover a spacious room. If you want cheap, you need to tolerate staying in small and cramped room. I was expecting small rooms, but the rooms here were so much smaller than my expectation.

Toukaisou Ryokan is conveniently located in the center of Asakusa area, 10 minutes walk from Tawaramachi Station (which is on the Ginza line that gives easy access to Ginza, Ueno, Akihabara, Shibuya….), . This hotel was hidden in one of the back lane, quite secluded, but I felt safe walking around in this area, even 10pm at night.

A small counter for guests check-in/out. When I first walked in, I could not believe I would have to stay here for the next couple of days. Even the walk way was so narrow. The interior and settings were quite worn out, but looked clean in overall.

This is the room where we squeeze in 3 people for 3 nights… We had to fold and unfold the futon every day and night, to make way for us to walk around, or to get things from our bags. Luggage were put at one corner.

Although the room was small, it has an attached bath, which was quite spacious for a room of this size. It was dark inside because of the old designed tiles and bathtub, and a yellowish lighting.

The toilet is separate from the bathroom. As you can see, it was extremely small, you can just sit on the toilet bowl while using the basin. It was that small.

Yes it was small, but the room had everything we needed, an attached bath, hairdryer, TV and free wi-fi.

Twin room: 7000 Yen per night

How to get to Tokyo from Kawaguchiko

2010-04-28T20:52:00.000+08:00

By Bus

At Kawaguchiko Station, take Chuo Highway bus to Shinjuku.

Fare: 1700 Yen

Travelling time: approx. 45 min from Kawaguchiko to Shinjuku

Alternatively, if by train,

From Kawaguchiko Station, take Fujikyu Railway Line to Otsuki Station (about 1 hour ride @1100 Yen).

And from Otsuki Station, take Chuo Line by local train (takes about 1 hour 40 minutes @1280 Yen) or limited express train (takes about 1 hour 10 min @2700 Yen) to Shinjuku Station @ Tokyo.

We chose to travel by bus as it was cheaper and faster.

Most delicious burger everrrrr

2010-04-28T20:25:00.000+08:00

I had the most delicious burger I have ever tasted in my life in MOS burger @ Kawaguchiko, Japan. In such small town, with so few customers at that time, the quality and standard were still very well maintained. It was the most awesome burger ever, melting cheese, tender and juicy beef, soft bread.

For only 390 Yen, I was truly satisfied. (The burger I had is the right one in the picture below). I had been searching for the same taste in other MOS burger outlet in Singapore and Hong Kong, but they failed to impress. It was the 100% Japan produced beef and cheese that makes a big difference, that can’t be found anywhere else in this world other than in Japan.

Don’t care about the look. The taste and flavour win over everything!^^

The Chase of Mt. Fuji

2010-04-28T16:52:00.000+08:00

The sky was clear on the next day morning, we thought it could be our lucky day to get a clear view of mount Fuji. We have got a clear view of it as we walked towards the station. But as we walked further, clouds started to move in and it got abit foggy.

Display old train outside the station...

2000 Yen for Kawaguchiko "R" coupon - The combination coupon of two-day passport for unlimited use of Around-Kawaguchiko classic bus, with tickets for Kachikachi-Yama cable railway and Kawaguchiko sightseeing boat.

#1 stop - Mt Kachi Kachi Ropeway
There we go, hopped on the bus and reached our first stop - Mt Kachi Kachi Ropeway. On a clear day, this is one of the place to get the best view.

Up we go, we got the magnificient view of Lake Kawaguchi.

When we were up on the hill... too bad, clouds had blocked the view. Many people were like us, waited for almost an hour for the clouds to clear. But things didn't get better even after so long. So we wasted no more time, and got down for the next activity.

#2 Stop: Lake Kawaguchi
We head to the lake and get onboard for our lake sightseeing.
Nothing much about it, just get onboard relax and chill with the wind blowing, the feeling at the moment was so great, life at that moment was just too good.

View we get when we were on the boat... blue sky... purple trees? ahh....

Lunch
Honestly, this place has got nothing really nice to eat. For convenience sake, we got into one of the nearest restaurant.

While checking out the menu, nothing seemed to be interesting…

Another noodle soup? Just plain and good enough to fill 70% of my hungry stomach.

#3 stop – Oishi Park (Free admission)

These are lavender, but only blooms in mid June to mid July.

The clouds were still blocking the view. So while waiting, I had a lavender vanilla ice cream.

It wasn’t really clear, but can see the snow capped mount Fuji in the background. Would be perfect if we could be here during beautiful lavender season.

It was a relaxing day.

Cool breeze, slow walks, photo shooting, ice cream, people, fresh air and a volcano.

K's House Mt. Fuji @ Kawaguchiko

2010-04-28T15:47:00.000+08:00

K's House Mt. Fuji one of my favourite hostel during my stay in Japan. I love the common area, the kitchen, 24 hours free internet & wifi and the traditional styled room.

It's not really near the train station. Going to the hostel by foot takes about 15 - 20 minutes, but if you reach before 6:30pm, you can call up the hostel for free pick up service. That day after we had our lunch, my friends decided to walk to the hostel, so I had to follow... it was tiring ok...

Reception counter...

See... this is the Japanese ensuite room which 5 of us were sharing. Just enough for 5 people, during bedtime, we had to shift the table aside for us to lay down the futon. It was crampy, there was still walking space, so I had no complains.

The only thing I didn't really like is the bathroom. It's small no matter which hostel/hotel I go, but there's nothing we can do about it. We were glad we had an attached bathroom.

Shared bathroom for guests who are staying in rooms with no ensuite bath... it's clean and spacious.

There is a very nice Japanese style common area.

They also have a small living room for guests to chill and watch tv.

This is a very spacious kitchen for guests to prepare their meals. It's fully equipped with cooking utensils, saucers, microwave oven...

Dining area right besides the kitchen.

24 hours free internet at the lobby.

There is a hypermarket nearby which I liked very much! and I had my favourite MOS burger during my stay here, which is the most delicious burger I have ever had. Also, just walk around nearby when the sky is clear and weather is nice because you can see the beautiful Mount Fuji.

Hypermarket - Ogino, with Mount Fuji in the background

This is a really nice place, you must go!!!

^^

Hoto noodles @ Kawaguchiko

2010-04-27T23:36:00.000+08:00

Kawaguchiko is famous for hoto (ほうとう) noodles, which is made of flat udon noodles, mixed with vegetables in miso soup. It taste abit like Chinese pan mee but lighter in seasoning.

We went to this restaurant that is right infront of Kawaguchiko train station. It was around 3-4pm and there was no other customers at that time.

The typical serving of Hoto noodles...

Some of the preserved vegetables which taste weird...

1050 Yen for flour and vegetables... I don't think it's worth it. I wasn't satisfied.

If I were to back there again, I think I'm going to eat something else. But it's worth a try, once!

^^

Travel from Matsumoto to Kawaguchiko - For a glimpse of Mt. Fuji

2010-04-27T13:43:00.000+08:00

With all the well linked rail system in Japan, it is quite easy to travel from town to town, but what matters is the time consumed.

Matsumoto -------------> Kawaguchiko 河口湖

We travelled to Kawaguchiko and spent 2 nights at Kawaguchiko to see the famous Mount Fuji. If the weather is good with clear sky, Mount Fuji could be seen clearly from Kawaguchiko JR station.

Getting to Kawaguchiko via train:

JR Matsumoto (松本) Station ----> JR Otsuki (大月) Station (2520 Yen for express train) ----------> JR Kawaguchiko (河口湖) Station (1110 Yen)

Estimate travelling time: 2 - 3 hours

View from train window #1

View from train window #2

View from train window #3

@ Kawaguchiko Station.
Mount Fuji could be seen standing right behind the station when the sky is clear.

Matsumoto Castle 松本城 - The Crow Castle

2010-04-27T00:40:00.000+08:00

Matsumoto Castle is one of four castles designated as National Treasures of Japan and one of the oldest castle remains in Japan. This 400 years old castle is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles.

The journey was about 15 minutes by foot from Iidaya Hotel.

Admission fee: 600 Yen

(We got the tickets at Iidaya Hotel at 50% off - Offers for Hotel guests only)

Matsumoto Castle is unusual among Japanese fortresses in that it is built on flat land beside a swamp, rather than being on a mountain or between rivers. The lack of natural defenses meant that this castle had to be extremely well-constructed in order to protect the people living inside.

For that reason, the castle was surrounded by a triple moat and extraordinarily high, strong stone walls.

The garden outside the castle. The grass were very neat, but don't think it is allowed to step on the grass.

A closer view...

Signboard @ the castle entrance...

Inside the castle...

The windows provide amazing views of the Japanese Alps, Matsumoto City and the swans circling in the moat below...

View of the Northern Alps...

Wooden bridge to cross over...

One of the swan. There was only one pair spotted.

Castle view #1

Castle view #2

Castle view #3

I really enjoyed my time checking out Matsumoto Castle and the surroundings. I would have to say I appreciate Matsumoto Castle more than Himeji Castle. The view would be perfect if only the cherry blossom were in full bloom.

^^

Iidaya Hotel @ Matsumoto

2010-04-27T00:31:00.000+08:00

Iidaya hotel is only 2 minutes walking distance from JR Matsumoto Station.

We had some hard time locating the hotel because the english wordings on the hotel signboard are very small.

See the green colour signboard...

That day I checked into a single room. The room is same size as the double room in Washington Hotel I checked into in Himeji, but here in Matsumoto, I just paid for 1 person and I can get the whole room for myself, instead of 2 person squeezing in this tiny room.

The room is small, but it has all that I needed...

As usual, the bathroom is small...

Bathroom view #2

Matsumoto is a small town, that's why we can get cheaper yet bigger rooms. Outside there are many local restaurants, so getting food and stuff is not a problem here.

Street outside the hotel...

~~~~~~~~~~~Info~~~~~~~~~~~

1. This hotel sells ticket to Matsumoto Castle at half the price.
2. Free breakfast. It tastes ok. You can choose for a cooked egg or raw egg.

3. Internet connection is available in the room, but must use your own laptop. There is only 1 computer at the lobby, just in case need to use it to transfer photo or access internet.

^^

Pleasant Journey from Takayama to Matsumoto

2010-04-27T00:03:00.000+08:00

Takayama ------------------------------> Matsumoto

After spend time in a lay back small town, it was time to get back to bigger town.

That morning we had to get up early to catch the 7:50am 1st Highway bus to Matsumoto, from Takayama Station. (3100 Yen)

The journey was awesome because of the picturesque view...

Through out the journey get to see Japanese Northern Alps...

Closer view of the Hida Mountains...

Passed thru many tunnels...

Upon reaching Matsumoto around 10:15am, we took the Matsumoto Dentetsu bus bound for Utsukushigahara Kogen Bijutsukan (2700 Yen round trip) at 10:40am.

From there, we walked to a parking area (Tengu no roji) and took the Utsukushigahara Kogen Hieights Line bus to downtown Matsumoto.

^^

Curry Udon Dinner @ Takayama

2010-04-25T23:45:00.000+08:00

The day before we leaving Takayama, I had dinner at a small restaurant here. There are not many choices there after 6pm, this place was the only one that was still open at that hour.

They served various udon...

My curry udon...

I was expecting some weird tasted sweet udon, but unexpectedly it tastes quite good, especially the curry gravy with minced meat in it, although the noodle is not as good as the one in Takamatsu, and I wish there were more minced meat in that bowl.

The friendly shop owners...

A quiet little town @ Hida Furukawa

2010-04-25T23:41:00.000+08:00

After we spent the whole morning in Shirakawago, we spent remaining of the day at a small town in Hida Furukawa.

We took the JR Takayama line from Takayama Station to Hida Furukawa Station (230 Yen). It is only 15 minutes away from Takayama via train.

@ Hida Furukawa Station...

Beautiful part of this small town is the mountain landscape of Gifu Prefecture on the background. It is a nicely preserved old town, much quieter than Takayama.

Like Takayama, Hida Furukawa is famous for the high quality timber of the region and the high level craftsmanship skills of the local carpenters.

The two towns are often called twins, and are also known as the "Twin Little Kyotos." because the construction and atmosphere are said to resemble Kyoto.

On the way we stopped by a local restaurant to have our late lunch of the day.

It mainly serves tendon (rice), udon and soba. We were the only customers dining in at the time.

I ordered this chuuka soba. It doesn't look like the display on the window and the taste was so-so only.

Window display...

Menu with price was displayed on the window as well... so can see first before go in to make order.

After a quick lunch, we continue strolling along the canal-lined street. The town is so quiet and peaceful and no one else was to be seen. It was around 3 - 4pm that time.

Passed by a temple I think...

Tulips are lovely...

Seto-gawa River flows through a 1.8-meter-wide moat that cuts across the town.

It reads Seto-gawa canal...

Bridge connecting to the other side of the town...

Taking picture from the bridge...

Felt really relax spending time in both Takayama and Furukawa. It was a great getaway from city life. Here there is no stress and rushing, just lay back and relax! Really miss the time spent there!

Late winter @ Shirakawago 白川郷

2010-04-25T22:15:00.000+08:00

From Takayama, we took a bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center 高山濃飛バスセンター (the bus station right next to JR Takayama station) to get to Shirakawago.

We bought the round trip ticket - 4300 Yen. The round trip ticket is valid for up to 10 days from date of purchase. Click for Nohi bus website.

The journey was about 1 hour.

Shirakawago is famous for their traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses, some of which are more than 250 years old. It is declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995. Shirakawago is located in the Gifu Prefecture.

Gassho-zukuri means "constructed like hands in prayer", as the farmhouses' steep thatched roofs resemble the hands of Buddhist monks pressed together in prayer.

Even if you are not a professional photographer, the pictures you snapped here would definitely look nice no matter how you take the picture or from which ever angle, because the scenery is simply spectacular.

This is the bridge that gives accesss to Ogimachi Village, Shirakawago's largest village and main attraction.

Bridge view #1

Bridge view #2

Picture taken from the bridge...

We were there just in the right time to catch view of the village in later winter.

Shortly after we reached there, it started snowing...

Snowing quite heavily that time...

We walked up a hill to get a full view of the village. The view was really beautiful and the farmhouses look so adorable!

These farm houses are very strong and, in combination with the unique properties of the thatching, allow the houses to withstand and shed the weight of the region's heavy snowfalls in winter. The huge thatched roof is replaced every 5 years.

We went in to visit one the farm house there. If not mistaken, the entrance ticket is 300 Yen.

A heated was placed near the entrance of the farm house. I sat there for few minutes to warm my hands and refused to leave. Even inside the farm house, it was still too cold.

Place where the house owners do their prayers...

Various farming tools are placed upstairs.

This baby monkey doll is Sarubobo. It is a very popular souvenir in Takayama. If you are going to visit Takayama, must bring back one of these!

Traditionally, sarubobos are made by grandmothers for their grandchildren as dolls, and for their daughters as a charm for good marriage, good children and to ensure a well-rounded couple.

The differently coloured sarubobos are each associated with different wishes...

Blue sarubobo - for luck in study and work
Pink sarubobo - for luck in love
Green sarubobo - for luck in health
Yellow sarubobo - for luck in money
Black sarubobo - to remove bad luck

Shirakawago is well worth the visit! It is definitely one of the most scenic place in Japan! Nowadays, it is very difficult to find a traditional Japanese houses in Japan. However, the traditional lifestyle could be found here, where the culture and history of this place are still very well preserved.

J-Hoppers @ Takayama

2010-04-24T23:18:00.000+08:00

At Takayama, we stay at J-Hoppers Takayama, a Japanese style hostel. It is conveniently located 3 minutes from JR Takayama Station, and it has easy access to Shirakawago, the main spot that we want to go.

We took the private twin/triple room, Japanese style bedroom which is 3000 Yen/pax.

Most important thing is heater was working well.

There is no attached bathroom. Shower room, laundry, common area and kitchen are all located downstairs.

There are toilets and wash area in every floor. Hair dryer is provided too.

Bathroom... small but it was ok for me. Shampoo and shower cream provided are not bad in quality.

Kitchen area is well equipped. Apparently, the tap water is safe to be drank just like that.

Common living room...

Laundry area - coin operated washing machine & dryer...

Reception counter...

All events in town is written on this white board...

This is a nice place to stay. Many budget travellers stayed here during their visit to Shirakawago, hot spring and some ski area nearby. It has everything that I needed, clean, convenient, free wifi and the staff are friendly. To use their PC was quite expensive though, 100 Yen for 30 minutes.

Bullet train experience from Kyoto to Nagoya

2010-04-24T22:44:00.000+08:00

Our next destination is Takayama. From Kyoto Station, we took the Nozomi (bullet train) to Nagoya.

Train Tix: 5840 Yen (about RM220)

The normal trip which would take up to 2 hours by normal train were cut short to only 37 minutes when travelling via Nozomi.

The train is coming...

It leaves Kyoto at 10:02am and will be arriving Nagoya at 10:39am.

Do make sure yourself is in the right seat. ^^

The interior has no difference with any other express train.

Staff selling food items...

Lady conductor came and check tickets...

Inside the train cabin...

Upon arriving at Nagoya, we took the JR New Rapid Train to Gifu, then change to JR Takayama Line to get to Takayama Station. (Cost of train rides: 3260 Yen)

^^

McDonald's @ Japan

2010-04-24T22:31:00.000+08:00

After having many meals of Japanese food, I wanted to have something else.

While I was in Kyoto, I went to this McDonald's @ Kyoto Station and ordered this prawn burger. We don't have it here in Malaysia.

I got this set for 490 Yen, which was about RM18.

There were real prawns inside, the taste was quite good!

^^

Kiyomizu-dera (清水寺) @ Kyoto

2010-04-24T22:24:00.000+08:00

Kyoto is a city with many temples. Kiyomizu-dera (清水寺) is a buddhist temple in Kyoto. As part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities) UNESCO World Heritage site, this is a must visit place. It is located on top of a hill, be ready for alot of walking when you are in Kyoto.

From Kyoto's famous Philosopher's Walk, we continued downstream to Maruta-machi Dori, passing Heian Shrine. Then, we walk via Jingu-michi until we reached Maruyama Park. Via Ninenzaka (二年坂) and Sannenzaka (三年坂) streets, we continued our journey until we reached Matsubara Dori (松原通) that leads to Kiyomizu-dera. Along the way, there are alot of shops selling souvenirs and snacks.

Alternative, Kiyomizudera can be reached from Kyoto Station by bus number 100 or 206 (15 minutes, 220 yen). Get off at Kiyomizu-michi bus stop, from where it is a ten minute uphill walk to the temple.

Entrance fee: 300 yen
(that was the first time I had to pay money to enter a temple, but it's worth it!)

View of the temple in a sakura season...

The Japanese way of drawing lots for an oracle - omikuji (おみくじ)

1. Pay at the counter.
2. Shake the container until a stick comes out.

3. Check the number on the stick and get the piece of written fortune that matches that number.
4. Interpret your fortune.

When the prediction is bad, it is a custom to fold up the strip of paper and attach it to a pine tree or a wall of metal wires alongside other bad fortunes in the temple or shrine grounds.

There is a very interesting shrine in this temple. The Jishu Shrine, dedicated to Okuninushi, a god of love and "good matches".

This part of the temple is especially for people who wants to pray for love luck.

Jishu Shrine possesses a pair of "love stones" placed 6 meters/20 feet apart, which lonely visitors can try to walk between with their eyes closed. Success in reaching the other stone with their eyes closed implies that the pilgrim will find love, or true love. One can be assisted in the crossing, but this is taken to mean that a go-between will be needed. The person's romantic interest can assist them as well.

One of the two lovestones ...

Various talismans, incense, and omikuji (paper fortunes) are sold here...

The talismans are very neat and colourful too!

Many types of talisman for various aspects (health, study, wealth, romantic relationships, traffic...)

Heian Shrine @ Kyoto

2010-04-23T23:35:00.001+08:00

Heian Shrine is a Shinto Shrine with one of the largest toori (sacred gate) in Japan. The shrine was built in 1895 to celebrate the 1100th anniversary of the establishment of Heian-kyo (the old name of Kyoto) as the capital city of Japan.

This enormous gate is 24.4 meters high!

The main gate to the Shrine.

These are sake barrels, known as kazaridaru, which means decoration barrels. Japanese believe sake has always been a way of bringing our gods and people together.

Before entering the shrine, ritual purification is completed at the roofed water basin.

From what I learnt, these are the steps of cleansing yourself before entering the shrine, everything is to be done with only one scoop of water:

1. Get a scoop full of water with the bamboo scooper with your right hand.
2. Clean your left hand, and then your right hand.
3. Pour some water on your hand and clean your mouth.
4. Clean the handle while holding the scoop backward and let the water flow down to the handle.
5. Place the bamboo scooper back to the original place and you're done!

^^

Philosopher Walk @ Kyoto

2010-04-23T21:06:00.003+08:00

The Philosopher's Path (哲学の道, Tetsugaku no michi) is a pleasant stone path lined by hundreds of cherry trees, making this one of the city's most popular hanami (cherry blossom viewing) spots.

Approximately 2 kilometers long, the path begins around Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and ends in the neighborhood of Nanzenji. The path gets its name from one of Japan's most famous philosophers, Nishida Kitaro, who is thought to have used the route for daily meditation.

We took bus no.100 from Kyoto Station and alight at Ginkakuji-michi stop, then stroll along Shirakawa Sosui Dori until we reach Philosopher's Path...
Bus fare: 220 Yen

It takes approximately 30 minutes to complete the walk along this path, but normally people would spend more time here, especially in the cherry blossom season... we walk, we stop, we sight and we snap photos.

There was a stall selling warm yam cakes, and ice creams. I tried the yam cake, nothing great, but feels good to hold something warm in my hand.

I did not buy the ice cream, it was so cold at that time, i didn't have the mood to eat.

Some houses nearby...

Straight trees... really straight!

Sushi Dinner @ Kyoto

2010-04-23T18:18:00.002+08:00

Musashi Sushi shop (a kaiten-zushi shop) has got many good reviews from travellers for its reasonable price and quick service. Every plate of sushi is 137 Yen, no matter what dish you grab from the conveyer belt. This may not the best sushi place that you could find, but it is definitely one of the cheapest.

Sushi ranging from tuna to octopus are served via a conveyer belt. Eat whatever dish you like, they are all at one price.

Takeout sushi is available from the sidewalk front counter.

We were waiting to be seated. There are alot of kaishain (office workers) having their dinner here.

Finally seated after few minutes wait.

The dishes were replenished very quickly. Hardly could find any empty spot on the conveyer belt.

A closer look at what do have there... They also serve raw meat nigirizushi, so see carefully! LOL. I was one of those who picked the wrong dish. I had one and I was not quite sure what meat was that, probably beef, and it was raw, yucks! I only knews after I took a bite on it, I did not know it was beef, I thought it was a kind of fish! =.=""""""""""""""""""

Don't bother about the menu, just grab whatever you feel like eating. Snap this menu just to show how many varieties they have. ^^