Tokyo Day 3

First day with the kids in Tokyo. We began with a delicious Japanese breakfast at our traditional Japanese hotel: fresh mackerel, tempura vegetables, egg custard, pickles, and more!
Then we travelled by subway to the Asakusa neighborhood, site of the Sensoji Temple, built in 628 and the oldest temple in Tokyo. Around it are lanes packed with shops, with many tourists, and a generally festive atmosphere. Many people, especially women, were dressed in traditional kimonos- not sure how many own their own as opposed to renting one for the day from one of the local rental booths. We spent time wandering and shopping; Sarah and Matt enjoyed the custom for making a wish near the Temple (selecting a drawer that was full of good or not so good/bad wishes/fortunes - they were delighted with theirs!)
Dinner was at a fabulous restaurant known for grilling. The dinner was sumptuous - again mostly fish-based, hot and cold. 9 courses in all - delicious and not expensive for the quality and quantity, but we all ran out of stamina!Read more