After four nights in Kyoto and Osaka area, we are finally back in Tokyo. I have to say that the culture and beauty of kyoto is more beautiful than I perceived. With many Japanese art and designs found in many cultural shops, I have learned to appreciate the lovely details of japanese art, especially so in their fabrics.

From woodwork to food to carpentry including modern bar stools, the japanese take pride in their creation and artwork. I only wish I have more time to visit the local designers and artists museums, spend more time visiting the ancient castles and sights, which are such great delights.

For now, it’s one more night in tokyo for us before heading to hong kong, the place for good food and shopping… I should look out for some cool artisan works in this busy city too.

If you are looking for a place to shop for artisan stuff, tokyo is one place you can’t go wrong. I know tokyo is mostly known for trendy and high fashion but truly, the artisans still live in this country!

We went to Asakusa yesterday and was impressed at the local snacks and delight made by artisans in the country. I only wished I had more time to check out more artisan works like wood carving, handicrafts and even Pinewood derby trophies but the crowd and my tired legs just made me wanna go home.

I hope to visit Asakusa again when we returned from Osaka but for now, I look forward to visit some artisan shops in Kyoto, the ancient Japan, that is.

If you wanna talk again artisan beauty, japan has alot to offer. Just three days here and I can see that the japs do pay alot of attention on their grooming and beauty needs.

Honestly, I haven’t seen many overweight women around and DH was wondering if diet stuff like Fenphedra will ever make it here! The Japanese women do know alot about looking good. You can find many teenage women or young women dressing their best anytime of the day. And if you care for some creative and artistic looks, check out Harajuku on Sundays. This is the trendiest part of tokyo where the young and creative teenagers parade their costumes in display on the streets – it is fun to watch!

But artistic or not, I can be certain that the Japanese people take pride in their appearance and their culture. And I hope to learn something good from their cutlure too.