Sunday, May 9, 2010

Shopping in Ginza & Asakusa

It's the final day of our Tokyo adventure, and we are ready to find some cool Japanese buys!

Tarynn stops to gaze at the beautiful flowers.

Off to the train station... it felt like we were always buying tickets!

Tarynn with the famous Seiko clock tower in Ginza. 
Somehow we even managed to be there at 12noon to hear it chime :)

Ginza is known for designer labels, but I found some very unique stuff without the designer price tags :)

We were sick of packed trains, so decided to try a boat cruise so we could do more shopping in Asakusa!

Tokyo skyline

Kerri enjoys her viewpoint from the front of the boat!

The breathtaking Chuo-ohashi Bridge

Finally, we arrived in Asakusa and headed for Nakamise Street known for Japanese souvenirs and great deals!

There is always time for snacks.  I am enjoying a "Tornado Potato". 
It looked and tasted like carnival food... I was in heaven!

Ready to get on the bullet train after a long day.  My bags were getting heavy!

Here are a few of my purchases...
Japanese silk robe

and a Hello Kitty welcome banner!
I also got many cool gifts, so rest assured I was not just shopping for myself!

It was a great Golden Week, and I was able to come back to work relaxed and happy.  I'm a true believer in vacations!!

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