Next is the ride back to Osaka, then we travel to Shin Saibashi to use one of the few ATMs that work with American bankcards. Once we are rich again, we walk the crazy streets of Dotomburi, full of people, neon, noise, and excitement. We stop for pork ramen, which we eat sitting on tatami mats, and watch the Japanese equivalent of "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" on TV. After a long day, we're ready to head home a little early. Once we are in Matt's neighborhood, we stop at his local Shinto shrine at night for a little exploring. The shrine is peaceful and beautiful in the dark, with plenty of lantern light for atmosphere. Back at the apartment, a little Japanese whisky is all it takes to put me to sleep. Tomorrow is Tokyo.
View photos: Japan 2000 Day 4Labels: japan, photos, trips
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