First full day in Japan: day 2.

 Day 2 started bright and early! Me and my roommates woke up at 6am and shortly after went on an adventure to vending machines. I love the vending machines and the convivences. It is so exciting to continually check out new vending machines for new drinks. I enjoy the experience of buying a drink that is unfamiliar. 

We visited a Lawson store not far from the hostel. We bought breakfast and souvenirs. On our way back to the hostel we saw many children going to school! Seeing students in uniforms is neat. It was a lot of fun to watch parents lead their children to the gate and even some children walking alone. 

I have seen many advertisements in Japan, but this one has been my favorite. This ad stands out among the neutral greys and darker colors of the city. This ad being as large as it is adds emphasis as well. It makes me tempted to try the chips it is advertising! Later in the day, I visited Ueno park. There were many market shops further into the park to which I bought little ceramic cats. It was quite fun to sit and observe the people in the park. I watched the koi and the pigeons and the cute dogs walking by!

After visiting a market and an arcade, the night ended early at 7:30pm.