education mk i

well, i'd say the first morning went pretty well - i found quite a number of real estate agents only too happy to assist (with only a minimal amount of dry-washing hands and awkward giggling), and traipsing around town i've seen three apartments, each with its appeal and its flaws.

i ate a quick lunch at japanika - fair enough, it's cheap sushi, and not too bad. i was rushed, and i think the guys next to me were a little upset by how fast i consumed it all, and possibly disheartened to see me polish off a cone quickly and neatly with chopsticks.

apparently there's a new push to remove foreign workers from the food industry - it looks like i won't be hearing any more chinese and korean while chowing down. i don't get the whole "atmosphere" thing - they're brought in to give the place an air of authenticity, but they're lacking in... japanesity.

now to rest up, and then head off to the beach. or play computer games. or switch the wheels on my blades. i just can't decide!