DRA-MA.. Do I need to say more? Really, that's the perfect word for today.
Martika was supposed to fly back to Amsterdam today, so we stood up pretty early. We took the JR Yamanote line to somewhere far away to take the train to Narita Airport. When I picked Martika up form the airport, I did the same thing.. And really, it didn't seemed so far away. But, it was just too far away. I truly didn't know Narita airport was as far away from my house as China.
Her flight would departure at 12:00, and we were at that stupid station at 10:40. We were so stressed out, that we took the Skyliner. I mean, the train looked as if it would go very fast, but unfortunately, that wasn't the case. It was so frustrating.. Martika was like: 'please, have delay!!'. But, this is Japan and everything is in time.. I normally love that, but not this time.
Anyway, we arrived at Narita airport at 11:50, and we were running like crazy. We asked them to stop the plain, but there was no point. She missed her flight. Martika was so pissed off, but that is totally logical. I mean, it sucked big time. We had to pay some money to get her a new ticket for tomorrow.
We decided to crash at the airport. But after 1 hour, we were looking at eachother like: we are f*cking insane. So we went home. I mean, an extra day.. Try to have some fun, right?
After dropping her luggage, we went to Shinjuku for some more shopping. We wanted to pay Miyo a visit, but she was sick. After that, we went to Shibuya for dinner. We ADORE the french fries from the family restaurant Denny's. We had to wait 1 hour for a table, but we just had to have those fries.
Tomorrow, Martika will take the bus to the airport. It is the best thing to do and we will be there at 7:00. So, even if there will be an earthquake, she will still be in time for her flight!!
Buh-bye!!
Steven
P.s: Oh my god, at 12:00 today, over 40 persons were injured at Narita airport because the pressure of the air was messed up. So, it was actually a good thing that Martika missed her flight.. It could have been her!!
vrijdag 27 februari 2009
February 19th - TIKA'S LAST DAY
Today was Martika's last full day here in Tokyo. So, we had to make it good! We woke up early to start our day fresh. Every morning, Martika and I go to this amazing pastery shop called Little Mermaid to have breakfast. They have so many delicious things, that we just can't decide what to eat. So, we end up eating everything.. Haha!
Anyway, after breakfast, we went to Shimo-Kitazawa. I love it there, it's totally bohemian and there are lots of vintage shops. Martika has been going insane here, everything is nice. So, she bought quite some stuff in Shimo-Kitazawa as well. To thank Yukiko-san for lending her futon to us, we invited her for lunch. We had a lot of fun, it was very nice. But, Yukiko had to leave after lunch to pick up her daughter.
Martika and I stayed there to shop some more before heading to Ginza. Martika hadn't been there before, and she just had to see the major Hello Kitty department store. Really, it is heaven to me. Unfortunately, Martika is not obsessed with Sanrio. So, I was walking around like a little child whereas Martika was just chilling. I guess people of my age have already graduated from that Sanrio-stuff, but I'm stuck. Luckily, I'm not the only one: Luizel is as crazy as I am!
I got a call from Yuki asking if I would tutor him that night. I totally forgot about him, but I felt bad saying 'no', and I actually need the money. I felt bad towards Martika, but she could get her luggage together in my tutor-time. At 21:15, Martika and I met up in Shibuya for dinner in Roppongi. We went to this Chinese restaurant with a very special decoration. On the walls, there were all statues of boobs and penises, totally hot. The first time I went there, I didn't even mention that, neither did Martika.
After dinner, I wanted to show Martika the gorgeous Oak bar in Roppongi, but it was too crowded. So, we went to karaoke instead. We only sang for like, 30 minutes because we had to catch the last train home.
Tomorrow, Martika will leave. I am very sad about that, because I have had an amazing time with my BFF here in Tokyo.
xoxo Steven
Anyway, after breakfast, we went to Shimo-Kitazawa. I love it there, it's totally bohemian and there are lots of vintage shops. Martika has been going insane here, everything is nice. So, she bought quite some stuff in Shimo-Kitazawa as well. To thank Yukiko-san for lending her futon to us, we invited her for lunch. We had a lot of fun, it was very nice. But, Yukiko had to leave after lunch to pick up her daughter.
Martika and I stayed there to shop some more before heading to Ginza. Martika hadn't been there before, and she just had to see the major Hello Kitty department store. Really, it is heaven to me. Unfortunately, Martika is not obsessed with Sanrio. So, I was walking around like a little child whereas Martika was just chilling. I guess people of my age have already graduated from that Sanrio-stuff, but I'm stuck. Luckily, I'm not the only one: Luizel is as crazy as I am!
I got a call from Yuki asking if I would tutor him that night. I totally forgot about him, but I felt bad saying 'no', and I actually need the money. I felt bad towards Martika, but she could get her luggage together in my tutor-time. At 21:15, Martika and I met up in Shibuya for dinner in Roppongi. We went to this Chinese restaurant with a very special decoration. On the walls, there were all statues of boobs and penises, totally hot. The first time I went there, I didn't even mention that, neither did Martika.
After dinner, I wanted to show Martika the gorgeous Oak bar in Roppongi, but it was too crowded. So, we went to karaoke instead. We only sang for like, 30 minutes because we had to catch the last train home.
Tomorrow, Martika will leave. I am very sad about that, because I have had an amazing time with my BFF here in Tokyo.
xoxo Steven
woensdag 25 februari 2009
February 18th - SHOOT
Today, Martika and I went to the park in Shinjuku again for a photoshoot. I took a lot of clothes with me so we could change my look. My hair was still straight, we thought that would be a good addition to my existing portfolio. The weather was gorgeous, so we were lucky!
At first, I fel so ugly. I don't know why, but I just didn't feel well. And honestly, it showed on the pictures. I was dying when I saw them, I was like: 'are you serious? Am I that ugly?'. So, after my confidence was back, we moved to another place. I am very pleased with some of the photos, I love them. Not all, of course, but 3 will be more than enough.
After the park, Martika and I went home to get ready for the fashionshow's afterparty in Harajuku. I didn't know what to do with my hair, so Martika braided it for me. As I look back on the pictures, it's ridiculous. I looked like some worn-out Heidi from Switzerland. But everyone has their ugly-outfit-days right?
So, we went to Harajuku to meet up with Noriko. But, as usual, she had already left. So we were looking for the big arena in Yoyogi, but we just couldn't find it. We were walking around, and asked a lot of people. They sent us to a place, where we had to show our passes, which we didn't have. So we just made up that we were press from Holland. They let us in so easy, loves it! But, it turned out to be a stupid party anyway. It was freezing cold and the people were messed up. So we left again after 10 minutes.
To have some fun, we went to that bar I went to with Tatiana in Harajuku. We had a great evening, just talking about everything and nothing. After that, we went back home to get some rest. Tomorrow will be Martika's last real day, so we have to have a good time!
xx Steven
At first, I fel so ugly. I don't know why, but I just didn't feel well. And honestly, it showed on the pictures. I was dying when I saw them, I was like: 'are you serious? Am I that ugly?'. So, after my confidence was back, we moved to another place. I am very pleased with some of the photos, I love them. Not all, of course, but 3 will be more than enough.
After the park, Martika and I went home to get ready for the fashionshow's afterparty in Harajuku. I didn't know what to do with my hair, so Martika braided it for me. As I look back on the pictures, it's ridiculous. I looked like some worn-out Heidi from Switzerland. But everyone has their ugly-outfit-days right?
So, we went to Harajuku to meet up with Noriko. But, as usual, she had already left. So we were looking for the big arena in Yoyogi, but we just couldn't find it. We were walking around, and asked a lot of people. They sent us to a place, where we had to show our passes, which we didn't have. So we just made up that we were press from Holland. They let us in so easy, loves it! But, it turned out to be a stupid party anyway. It was freezing cold and the people were messed up. So we left again after 10 minutes.
To have some fun, we went to that bar I went to with Tatiana in Harajuku. We had a great evening, just talking about everything and nothing. After that, we went back home to get some rest. Tomorrow will be Martika's last real day, so we have to have a good time!
xx Steven
dinsdag 24 februari 2009
February 17th - FASHION SHOW
We had a very busy day today, but totally awesome.
First off, we went to Asakusa. I had already been there, like, 3 times before, but Martika wanted to go too. Asakusa is kind of traditional, so it is beautiful to see. Martika took her big camera with her to make some gorgeous photos. Really, we had fun. I have been there in the weekends, when it's amazingly crowded. I truly thought weekdays would be better, but I thought wrong. It was still very busy. But whatever!
After Asakusa, we had to hurry to go to a fashion show. Norkiko-san had invited me, so I knew it was going to be good. When we arrived at the location, I got an e-mail from Noriko saying that she couldn't make it. Too bad, but we could go on her name. But, t'hat turned out to be pretty difficult. Everyone was dressed up, while Martika and I were kind of casual dressed. I was like: "My agent, Noriko-san, sent me here. So, what do I do now?". They wanted to know her last name, but I didn't know that.. So, people began calling her: it was so dramatic. But, we got in, of course.
At the entrance, there was a major diamond-dressed car. Oh my god, I almost fainted. It was so beautiful, I loved it so much.. I died, seriously. Unfortunately, we were too late to sit front row, but we had a good place. The show lasted so long, but all the dresses were simply amazing. I knew one model, so it was nice to see her in that show. Oh and by the way, it was Yumi Katsura's show.
After the show, Martika and I went to Harajuku for the afterparty. Noriko-san was waiting for us, but the party wasn't tonight, but tomorrow. So, we went to this art opening in Omote-Sando Hills. So lame, seriously. But I always have fun with Noriko, so we had a good time.
We had an appointment with Miyo to go sing karaoke. We went out for dinner first at a Thai restaurant. After dinner, we went to sing karaoke. I love it so much, so did Martika. I was very happy she loved it so much, because I was bragging about it all the time, haha.
Simply put, we had a great day!!
xx Steven
First off, we went to Asakusa. I had already been there, like, 3 times before, but Martika wanted to go too. Asakusa is kind of traditional, so it is beautiful to see. Martika took her big camera with her to make some gorgeous photos. Really, we had fun. I have been there in the weekends, when it's amazingly crowded. I truly thought weekdays would be better, but I thought wrong. It was still very busy. But whatever!
After Asakusa, we had to hurry to go to a fashion show. Norkiko-san had invited me, so I knew it was going to be good. When we arrived at the location, I got an e-mail from Noriko saying that she couldn't make it. Too bad, but we could go on her name. But, t'hat turned out to be pretty difficult. Everyone was dressed up, while Martika and I were kind of casual dressed. I was like: "My agent, Noriko-san, sent me here. So, what do I do now?". They wanted to know her last name, but I didn't know that.. So, people began calling her: it was so dramatic. But, we got in, of course.
At the entrance, there was a major diamond-dressed car. Oh my god, I almost fainted. It was so beautiful, I loved it so much.. I died, seriously. Unfortunately, we were too late to sit front row, but we had a good place. The show lasted so long, but all the dresses were simply amazing. I knew one model, so it was nice to see her in that show. Oh and by the way, it was Yumi Katsura's show.
After the show, Martika and I went to Harajuku for the afterparty. Noriko-san was waiting for us, but the party wasn't tonight, but tomorrow. So, we went to this art opening in Omote-Sando Hills. So lame, seriously. But I always have fun with Noriko, so we had a good time.
We had an appointment with Miyo to go sing karaoke. We went out for dinner first at a Thai restaurant. After dinner, we went to sing karaoke. I love it so much, so did Martika. I was very happy she loved it so much, because I was bragging about it all the time, haha.
Simply put, we had a great day!!
xx Steven
maandag 23 februari 2009
zondag 22 februari 2009
February 16th - DISNEY SEA
We all know that I am just a big kid who loves fantasy characters. So, I don't need to tell you i love Disneyland. I went to Disneyland some weeks ago with Miyo, so today Martika and I went to Disney Sea. I was so excited, really, I love it so much to go to an amusement park.
We woke up early to get to Disney Sea in time. We went by train, which took quite some time. We also took the Disney line: a Disney metro, with windows in the shape of Mickey, kawaii desu!
Disney Sea is gorgeous, it is just simply fabulous. All the buildings were so beautiful, we totally loved it. Our journey began at the Mediterranean Harbor. Everything looked so Italian and nice, it was like a fairytale. Unfortunately, this part of the park consisted more of shops. So, we left that part behind. Save the shopping for later, right!
After the Mediterranean Harbor, we arrived at the American Waterfront, with a huge steamship. We were just in time for the show, so funny! Although it was all in Japanese, I could understand what it was all about. I love Daisy Duck, she is my favorite. I got a speedy ticket for the Tower of Terror for later that day. We hung around the American Waterfront and took a ride in a very lame attraction, the Aquatopia. Haha, that was just so stupid, but therefore very funny.
Next was Port Discovery, not so special. No attractions and not really worth telling about. The Lost Delta River was stunning, all in acient South-American style. We took a ride in the best attraction of the park: Indiana Jones. That was an amazing attraction, we screamend and laughed so hard! We also wanted to go in the Raging Spirtis, a rollercoaster. But, I couldn't because I was too tall!! Ridiculous right? Discrimination, really.
Anyway, we had a great amount of fun. There are so many things I can tell you about, but that would get boring. So, I added some photos. This way, you can see what we did =) !!
We were exhausted of that day, so we went to Harajuku to have dinner. There was this one guy in Laforet that seemed very cool, so I gave him my business card. He joined us for a drink later on. Oh my god, we have never ever seen someone so busy and crazy. I mean, this wasn't even funny. Geez, so tiring!!
xoxo Steven
vrijdag 20 februari 2009
OMFG - BREAKING NEWS
Martika has missed her flight back to Amsterdam. We have been through a lot of drama today.
She will departure tomorrow at 12:00. Oh my lord, this is hell!
She will departure tomorrow at 12:00. Oh my lord, this is hell!
donderdag 19 februari 2009
February 15th - HARAJUKU
We slept late, because we went to bed at 6:00. We were so exhausted from that crazy night, but we had só much fun. Anyway, today we went to the Yoyogi park near Harajuku station. Everyone always says that Sunday is the day you whould spend in Yoyogi park because all the Harajuku girls walk around. We didn't see so many of them but the ones we saw were pretty cool.
The park was really nice, but it was very large. But, regardless the size, it was beautiful. Martika made a lot of pictures and I even wrote my prayers and deities on a wooden pamflet. Everyone can do that, really. After each day, it will be offered to the Gods above. So, my dream just has to come true, right?
The park was really nice, but it was very large. But, regardless the size, it was beautiful. Martika made a lot of pictures and I even wrote my prayers and deities on a wooden pamflet. Everyone can do that, really. After each day, it will be offered to the Gods above. So, my dream just has to come true, right?
After the park, we payed another visit to Laforet. We just love that store! At 19:00, we had to be at Mayumi's birthday party. We were already near the location, but I totally messed everything up. So we went to Roppongi by subway, even though the party was in Harajuku. So, when we arrived at Roppongi station, we had to return. So stupid, I know. Anyway, we arrived at that party and it all looked very nice, but just not that special. Besides, we only were there for like 40 minutes. Every guest had to pay 5000 yen (40€) (!!!!) to attend. But, Martika and I do not drink alcohol and both had like, one orange juice. And we still had to pay! Oh my god, that was just ridiculous.
After that, we had a drink at a very nice cafe in Harajuku. We had a great day, but we were still a bit tired of the night before..
Tomorrow we will go to Disney Sea! Yay!
xx
Steven & Martikawoensdag 18 februari 2009
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