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7.31.2003
10:34 AM | Link |
 Back at Matt's apartment, we take a short nap, and then it's time for dinner with Kumiko's parents. Her parents are extremely nice and fun - we are welcomed and immediately sit down to a dinner that includes chicken (karage), potatoes, vegetables, and the best sashimi I've ever tasted (prepared from a special fish that her aunt sent just because Jonathan and I were coming!). During dinner, her mom keeps the beer glasses full while her dad keeps pouring sake, so we're all feeling fine! Everyone is impressed when I attempt a little Japanese, though they have a good time making fun of my American accent. Her dad asks the guys to sit at the kotatsu, a low table with a quilt and a heater underneath, and we enjoy some expensive scotch. Jonathan gives the family some gifts - Texas wine and some University of Texas T-shirts, which they put on and enjoy. Matt unveils Kumiko's engagement ring (which I have transported to Japan from Austin), and everyone is teary-eyed and happy (especially Jonathan and I). What a fantastic night! View photos: Japan 2003 Part 1
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