Happy New Year!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year!
As the festivities get under way around the world, take a moment to reflect on 2008. It has been a rough year, with international tensions constantly in flux, some natural disasters that seemed merciless, and the occasional wack-o in your local electronics district. And I for one, am thankful that my life has been so easy when compared to the big picture. As everyone around the world has there own traditions on New Years Eve, the most frequented is the Babylonian tradition of the New Years Resolution. What's mine you ask? Well, besides the annual "I will work out everday, eat right, and maybe cut back on the cigarettes", I am gonna have to say its time to start watching Anime again, if only to retain what little Japanese I still remember from college. On the plus side, I am sure to get a full dose of slapstick humor, gratuitous boobs, and giant robots. While on the other hand, i will also get a continuous vibrato of whiny protagonists, never ending flashbacks and feathered hair. Yeah, its a love hate thing.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
E3 2008: Nintendo & Sony Press Conference
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
E3: Nintendo & Sony Press Conference
So here is a list of the big names and I will problem examine 2 of them:
-Shaun White Snowboarding (uses balance board)
-GTA Chinatown stories on DS
-Animal Crossing
-Wii Sports: Resort
which uses the new motion plus (and will be bundled with one accessory), has some pretty interesting game modes: including throwing a frisbee to your dog, some Samurai/Kendo style sword action, and a Jetski!! Reggie Fils-Aime used the jetski, and although he increases the dork factor (watching him play is ridiculous) it does look like a pretty good re-iteration of the Wave Race 64 days.
-Wii Music
presented by Miyamoto himself, this is another Rhythm game or so we thought. But at the presentation and demo of this, it really isn't a rhythm game at all. In fact, its more of a simulation to give the user a feeling of what its like to play music. But lets face it, Tuba on a wii remote really doesn't simulate anything. You just kind of push buttons when u want, move the wiimote around, and the tune plays its self (there is a certain amount of timing to get everyone in your party to get on the same beat). Although, with over 50 instruments, and 70 tracks, plus a authentic drum set simulator (this looks way cool), and directing an orchestra etc... this could be the kind of family fun oriented game people are looking for. And I really want to see my Mii playing a massive Taiko Drum.
-No new footage of HOME
-Only 4 Exclusives shown (Killzone 2, Resistence 2 and Little Big Planet are old news)
-Little Big Planet had another slight delay, by a couple weeks.
-A 30 sec. clip of GOW 3, which was dumb, because we already knew they were gonna make it, and there was no gameplay.
-What about Square Enix? Did they forget about you Sony....
-Were was The Agency? Its a game being made by your own production company and you barely mentioned it.... (I think it was in a video montage)
-Continued PS2 support (110 games slated over the next year)
-Lots of PSP games coming that look sweet (go LocoRoco 2!!)
-brought video rentals to the PSN and a bunch of new games that frankley look like more fun than Xbox Live's (save Portal)
- Killzone 2 does look incredible. So real, you can taste the dirt between your teeth.
- A mysterious fourth IP called MAG (Massive Action Game) that is highly ambitious. Designed to bolster online gameplay between 256 people!!! That has a complex military heiarchy, where you start as a grunt and can become a General. Also, looked very pretty. If they pull it off, it may change the gaming world.
-Best Stage presentation of the 3 press conferences.
So, even though Sony didn't have alot to say, they certainly know how to say it.
E3: Nintendo & Sony Press Conference
So here is a list of the big names and I will problem examine 2 of them:
-Shaun White Snowboarding (uses balance board)
-GTA Chinatown stories on DS
-Animal Crossing
-Wii Sports: Resort
which uses the new motion plus (and will be bundled with one accessory), has some pretty interesting game modes: including throwing a frisbee to your dog, some Samurai/Kendo style sword action, and a Jetski!! Reggie Fils-Aime used the jetski, and although he increases the dork factor (watching him play is ridiculous) it does look like a pretty good re-iteration of the Wave Race 64 days.
-Wii Music
presented by Miyamoto himself, this is another Rhythm game or so we thought. But at the presentation and demo of this, it really isn't a rhythm game at all. In fact, its more of a simulation to give the user a feeling of what its like to play music. But lets face it, Tuba on a wii remote really doesn't simulate anything. You just kind of push buttons when u want, move the wiimote around, and the tune plays its self (there is a certain amount of timing to get everyone in your party to get on the same beat). Although, with over 50 instruments, and 70 tracks, plus a authentic drum set simulator (this looks way cool), and directing an orchestra etc... this could be the kind of family fun oriented game people are looking for. And I really want to see my Mii playing a massive Taiko Drum.
Now onto Sony, who never fails to disappoint. Here were the things missing from their press conference.
-No new footage of HOME
-Only 4 Exclusives shown (Killzone 2, Resistence 2 and Little Big Planet are old news)
-Little Big Planet had another slight delay, by a couple weeks.
-A 30 sec. clip of GOW 3, which was dumb, because we already knew they were gonna make it, and there was no gameplay.
-What about Square Enix? Did they forget about you Sony....
-Were was The Agency? Its a game being made by your own production company and you barely mentioned it.... (I think it was in a video montage)
But what did Sony do good?
-Continued PS2 support (110 games slated over the next year)
-Lots of PSP games coming that look sweet (go LocoRoco 2!!)
-brought video rentals to the PSN and a bunch of new games that frankley look like more fun than Xbox Live's (save Portal)
- Killzone 2 does look incredible. So real, you can taste the dirt between your teeth.
- A mysterious fourth IP called MAG (Massive Action Game) that is highly ambitious. Designed to bolster online gameplay between 256 people!!! That has a complex military heiarchy, where you start as a grunt and can become a General. Also, looked very pretty. If they pull it off, it may change the gaming world.
-Best Stage presentation of the 3 press conferences.
So, even though Sony didn't have alot to say, they certainly know how to say it.
E3 2008: Microsoft Press Conference
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
E3: Microsoft Press Conference
Yes, I am a gamer. And since E3 is one of the many ways to wet a gamers appetite, I thought I'd throw in my 2 cents for each Platform's Press Conference. Of course, Microsoft got day 1, and of course they tried to blow it up, but to be honest the whole thing was kind of obscure, up until the last 5 minutes...
First, hardcore gaming: we have Fable 2, Gears of War 2, Fallout 3, Resident Evil 5 and Halo Wars. OK, I will avoid Fallout and RE5, because I know they will be on PS3 and I want to see how it looks on there before I have an opinion (Sony's conference is at 1 pm today).
Fable 2: and it looks good. The on-line co-op is nice, if it works and there is an intuitive way of interacting with your friends (no more lobbies), also the NPC to PC interaction is astounding. In fact, you can do everything from getting married to having children, all of which affect the world you live in and the life you create. Knowing me, I will probably be so obsessed with looting and leveling that I will be twice divorced before game end.
They had numerous other 3rd parties come in: Rockband 2, Guitar Hero WT (that presenter was such a poser), Lips (360 Karaoke), etc. But Microsoft's big push is the new Live setup. You can see it all online, it is pretty extensive, from joining forces with Netflix, creating Avatars (lame), a ton of games (new Portal anyone?) and the potential of being able to rip your games to your HDD! That's right, bye bye load times.
Now, the PS3 may be in a run for their money, considering the Exclusive games that made the PS2 the greatest selling video game platform of all time are available somewhere else. We will see if Sony has what it takes.
E3: Microsoft Press Conference
Yes, I am a gamer. And since E3 is one of the many ways to wet a gamers appetite, I thought I'd throw in my 2 cents for each Platform's Press Conference. Of course, Microsoft got day 1, and of course they tried to blow it up, but to be honest the whole thing was kind of obscure, up until the last 5 minutes...
First, hardcore gaming: we have Fable 2, Gears of War 2, Fallout 3, Resident Evil 5 and Halo Wars. OK, I will avoid Fallout and RE5, because I know they will be on PS3 and I want to see how it looks on there before I have an opinion (Sony's conference is at 1 pm today).
Fable 2: and it looks good. The on-line co-op is nice, if it works and there is an intuitive way of interacting with your friends (no more lobbies), also the NPC to PC interaction is astounding. In fact, you can do everything from getting married to having children, all of which affect the world you live in and the life you create. Knowing me, I will probably be so obsessed with looting and leveling that I will be twice divorced before game end.
They had numerous other 3rd parties come in: Rockband 2, Guitar Hero WT (that presenter was such a poser), Lips (360 Karaoke), etc. But Microsoft's big push is the new Live setup. You can see it all online, it is pretty extensive, from joining forces with Netflix, creating Avatars (lame), a ton of games (new Portal anyone?) and the potential of being able to rip your games to your HDD! That's right, bye bye load times.
Now, the PS3 may be in a run for their money, considering the Exclusive games that made the PS2 the greatest selling video game platform of all time are available somewhere else. We will see if Sony has what it takes.
Snake is "the Man"?
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Snake is the "Man"?
Alright, I am a huge Metal Gear fanboy, and I found this Blog on through Kotaku from some uber Metal Gear nut (his credentials justify this blog) that proposes Snake has NO penis. http://binaryfractal.blogspot.com/2008/06/solid-snake-has-no-penis.html
Normally, this wouldn't interest me, but Snake being a clone and just finishing up MGS 4, I gave it a chance. And he actually makes some very good points (besides the look at everyones crotch montage...). And with numerous doctors and important characters throughout the series having commented on Big Bosses clones being unable to reproduce and how they were designed for war and only war, it seems legit. But i think the most concrete arguement is the following.
Your a guy, and you have been out blowing up PMCs, fighting giant mechs, and killing sudo-psychotic bosses with inferiority complexes. But, when offered to have sex from a chick like this:
Would you really say No, like Snake did? Come on, Really?
Well, to each their own I guess...
Snake is the "Man"?
Alright, I am a huge Metal Gear fanboy, and I found this Blog on through Kotaku from some uber Metal Gear nut (his credentials justify this blog) that proposes Snake has NO penis. http://binaryfractal.blogspot.com/2008/06/solid-snake-has-no-penis.html
Normally, this wouldn't interest me, but Snake being a clone and just finishing up MGS 4, I gave it a chance. And he actually makes some very good points (besides the look at everyones crotch montage...). And with numerous doctors and important characters throughout the series having commented on Big Bosses clones being unable to reproduce and how they were designed for war and only war, it seems legit. But i think the most concrete arguement is the following.
Your a guy, and you have been out blowing up PMCs, fighting giant mechs, and killing sudo-psychotic bosses with inferiority complexes. But, when offered to have sex from a chick like this:
(This is the real life model that Naomi's Character is based off of)
Would you really say No, like Snake did? Come on, Really?
Well, to each their own I guess...
For Your Consideration
Sunday, June 1st, 2008
In retrospect, this trip to Japan has been an experience which defines me. I learned alot about meeting new people and assimilating culture in ways I can't explain. One memory that will always stay with me is a night my brother and I went to Roppongi to check out the clubs. We had been riding the Metro lines during our 2nd stay in Tokyo, because they were the only line running near our Ryokan. And as we descended into the tunnel the weather was overcast but nice, only to arrive in Roppongi and a torrential downpour would ensue. So, there we are, lost, standing at a street map, looking like the dumb Americans short an umbrella, when low behold a middle age Japanese women appeared behind use and offered her umbrella. At first we declined, but she insisted she lived around the corner and it was only right that she pass it on to us. Really, it saved the evening and warmed my heart (tear...).
So, that is how I will remember Japan, a land of mystery and beauty, home to a people, whose shyness is overshadowed by their hospitality and generosity.
Thanks for reading.
In retrospect, this trip to Japan has been an experience which defines me. I learned alot about meeting new people and assimilating culture in ways I can't explain. One memory that will always stay with me is a night my brother and I went to Roppongi to check out the clubs. We had been riding the Metro lines during our 2nd stay in Tokyo, because they were the only line running near our Ryokan. And as we descended into the tunnel the weather was overcast but nice, only to arrive in Roppongi and a torrential downpour would ensue. So, there we are, lost, standing at a street map, looking like the dumb Americans short an umbrella, when low behold a middle age Japanese women appeared behind use and offered her umbrella. At first we declined, but she insisted she lived around the corner and it was only right that she pass it on to us. Really, it saved the evening and warmed my heart (tear...).
So, that is how I will remember Japan, a land of mystery and beauty, home to a people, whose shyness is overshadowed by their hospitality and generosity.
Thanks for reading.
Don`t Feed the Animals
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Don`t Feed the Animals
Back in Tokyo.
We were staying at another capsule. But had some time to kill, so we went back to Shibuya and hit up some guitar shops. When I say some, I mean many. There were like five or six 3+ floor music shops on the same block. I tried out this sweet sunburst Grass Roots Guitar and Tim was jammin' on a murdered out Les Paul. Afterwhich, we went to a drum room on the top floor of one building, where Tim played on a custom Yamaha electric set. He said it was the staple for all electric drum sets (cost like $3800) and whats even funnier was the throne he was sitting in cost about $4000!! Must have been made out of baby cow or something. We hit a couple arcades again, btw finally found they have porn video games, I couldnt figure out how to play it, but it was weird, kinda like a card game but you would unlock sections of a picture. Then crashed in a capsule.
Next morning we had Japanese Dennys for breakfast, and decided to go off to the Zoo. For Tokyo it was what I expected, huge, full of animals, sadly, Ling-Ling the giant Panda passed away in April, so we did not get to see him, but otherwise it was a very eventful place. We also went to the Tokyo National Museum and learned alot about Buddhism in Japan, Meiji and Edo armour and weapons and other aspects of culture.
By this time we could get into the new Ryokan, Sawanoya and I am throughly impressed. The owner speaks English very well and even has a book published about how he turned this dying Ryokan around to become one of the best in Tokyo. I will probably get a signed copy before I leave. Also, the bath here is amazing. It was a rainy morning and the bath has a small window and garden next to it and between the hot bath and cool weather, it was the best bath I have ever had in my life (or at least that I can remember). Anyway, today we leave for Ikebukuro, gonna hit up the Toyota Auto Salon so be prepared for lots of car pics.
Don`t Feed the Animals
Back in Tokyo.
We were staying at another capsule. But had some time to kill, so we went back to Shibuya and hit up some guitar shops. When I say some, I mean many. There were like five or six 3+ floor music shops on the same block. I tried out this sweet sunburst Grass Roots Guitar and Tim was jammin' on a murdered out Les Paul. Afterwhich, we went to a drum room on the top floor of one building, where Tim played on a custom Yamaha electric set. He said it was the staple for all electric drum sets (cost like $3800) and whats even funnier was the throne he was sitting in cost about $4000!! Must have been made out of baby cow or something. We hit a couple arcades again, btw finally found they have porn video games, I couldnt figure out how to play it, but it was weird, kinda like a card game but you would unlock sections of a picture. Then crashed in a capsule.
Next morning we had Japanese Dennys for breakfast, and decided to go off to the Zoo. For Tokyo it was what I expected, huge, full of animals, sadly, Ling-Ling the giant Panda passed away in April, so we did not get to see him, but otherwise it was a very eventful place. We also went to the Tokyo National Museum and learned alot about Buddhism in Japan, Meiji and Edo armour and weapons and other aspects of culture.
By this time we could get into the new Ryokan, Sawanoya and I am throughly impressed. The owner speaks English very well and even has a book published about how he turned this dying Ryokan around to become one of the best in Tokyo. I will probably get a signed copy before I leave. Also, the bath here is amazing. It was a rainy morning and the bath has a small window and garden next to it and between the hot bath and cool weather, it was the best bath I have ever had in my life (or at least that I can remember). Anyway, today we leave for Ikebukuro, gonna hit up the Toyota Auto Salon so be prepared for lots of car pics.
A Shinkansen Away
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
A Shinkansen Away
In our last day we decided to push the limits by going from the Golden Pavilion in the Northwestern edge of the city and walk all the way to the far North Eastern edge called the Silver Pavilion (which at the time was being restored, but the view was great). After which we travelled to the beautiful and recluse temple, Tenin-in, just off the Philosopher's Path. It is a one of a kind location, of which an anamolly foreign to me exists, quiet. It seems this city boy (I.E. myself) had been neglected this sensation, or at least a more accurate display of what "quiet" really means. It was an exuberating experience.
Finally, we ended in the Kyoto Handicraft center, where there were 5 floors of authentic Japanese crafts from the countryside. After some gift buying, including my very own Yukata (Japanese Robe), we got back to the Ryokan we were too exhausted to got back out for food, so it was time to try a Japanese Mcdonalds. It was suprisingly spot on to any Mcdonalds I had ever been to (whether or not that is good or bad...) And I say that only because anytime we would try some form of western food here so far, it still taste very Japanese. Even the eggs for a western breakfast, the cook them slow and rarely flip them, so it almost comes out like patte, but I really like them, so its all good.
We leave for Tokyo tomorrow, so expect more odditties.
A Shinkansen Away
In our last day we decided to push the limits by going from the Golden Pavilion in the Northwestern edge of the city and walk all the way to the far North Eastern edge called the Silver Pavilion (which at the time was being restored, but the view was great). After which we travelled to the beautiful and recluse temple, Tenin-in, just off the Philosopher's Path. It is a one of a kind location, of which an anamolly foreign to me exists, quiet. It seems this city boy (I.E. myself) had been neglected this sensation, or at least a more accurate display of what "quiet" really means. It was an exuberating experience.
Finally, we ended in the Kyoto Handicraft center, where there were 5 floors of authentic Japanese crafts from the countryside. After some gift buying, including my very own Yukata (Japanese Robe), we got back to the Ryokan we were too exhausted to got back out for food, so it was time to try a Japanese Mcdonalds. It was suprisingly spot on to any Mcdonalds I had ever been to (whether or not that is good or bad...) And I say that only because anytime we would try some form of western food here so far, it still taste very Japanese. Even the eggs for a western breakfast, the cook them slow and rarely flip them, so it almost comes out like patte, but I really like them, so its all good.
We leave for Tokyo tomorrow, so expect more odditties.
As it Rained in Kyoto...
Sunday, May 25, 2008
As it Rained in Kyoto...
I was a little upset thinking that this would some how ruin our day, but in reality it was perfect. It was cool enough for us to spend the next 9 hours hiking around the city and exploring the temples. Getting to the Ryokan was a little tough though. Nothing like seeing your wheels on the suitcase slowly degrade into the streets of Japan, as you look feverishly for the Inn, hidden amongst the narrow alleys. Anyway...
We woke up refreshed and went to Nijojo Castle. Awesome stuff. If you look at the map it actually had 2 palaces and outer palace for guests and an inner palace for the shogun. We could only tour the outer palace but it was still pretty amazing. Everything from the architecture to metal working all seemed way ahead of its time and they even built a "Nightengale" floor that squeeked no matter how quietly you walked (a security feature at the time). There were also Gardens and towers within the walls and wow, when I say walls, look at the pic of Tim standing next to one!
Afterword, we decided to visit some buddhist temples. The first was Sanjusagendo and it held 1001 gold statutes of a goddess, protected by 22 deities. It is actually the longest wooden temple in all Japan. Sadly, you will notice that most places would not let us take pictures of the interior due to age. From what I understood, this temple was built in the 1200s, and because of its length (394 feet), it is home to the Toshiya (archery contest). Another thing I did notice in Kyoto was Geisha. In most cities in Japan the Geisha have all but died away, but Kyoto (being the home of Geisha) they are still active today. You will see pics of a mako and her host mother walking her around as we were out in the city.
Next we went to Kiyomizudera, which was a massive grouping of temples built into the mountains, east of Kyoto. It was an amazing site, and while there we had a summer lunch of soba noodles and shaved ice (the best strawberry flavoured anything I ever had). Also, while walking around a small group of school kids had me help them with some English homework, which was fun in and of itself. Tired as we were we still stopped at a massive pagoda, some small shops and finaled at one of the largest buddhas in the world. It was amazing!
Tomorrow, we are off to the Golden Temple and philosphers path, and if we have time we will stop in Kyoto's craft district. See you tomorrow night!
As it Rained in Kyoto...
I was a little upset thinking that this would some how ruin our day, but in reality it was perfect. It was cool enough for us to spend the next 9 hours hiking around the city and exploring the temples. Getting to the Ryokan was a little tough though. Nothing like seeing your wheels on the suitcase slowly degrade into the streets of Japan, as you look feverishly for the Inn, hidden amongst the narrow alleys. Anyway...
We woke up refreshed and went to Nijojo Castle. Awesome stuff. If you look at the map it actually had 2 palaces and outer palace for guests and an inner palace for the shogun. We could only tour the outer palace but it was still pretty amazing. Everything from the architecture to metal working all seemed way ahead of its time and they even built a "Nightengale" floor that squeeked no matter how quietly you walked (a security feature at the time). There were also Gardens and towers within the walls and wow, when I say walls, look at the pic of Tim standing next to one!
Afterword, we decided to visit some buddhist temples. The first was Sanjusagendo and it held 1001 gold statutes of a goddess, protected by 22 deities. It is actually the longest wooden temple in all Japan. Sadly, you will notice that most places would not let us take pictures of the interior due to age. From what I understood, this temple was built in the 1200s, and because of its length (394 feet), it is home to the Toshiya (archery contest). Another thing I did notice in Kyoto was Geisha. In most cities in Japan the Geisha have all but died away, but Kyoto (being the home of Geisha) they are still active today. You will see pics of a mako and her host mother walking her around as we were out in the city.
Next we went to Kiyomizudera, which was a massive grouping of temples built into the mountains, east of Kyoto. It was an amazing site, and while there we had a summer lunch of soba noodles and shaved ice (the best strawberry flavoured anything I ever had). Also, while walking around a small group of school kids had me help them with some English homework, which was fun in and of itself. Tired as we were we still stopped at a massive pagoda, some small shops and finaled at one of the largest buddhas in the world. It was amazing!
Tomorrow, we are off to the Golden Temple and philosphers path, and if we have time we will stop in Kyoto's craft district. See you tomorrow night!
Monday, December 22, 2008
Im in Japan!!
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Im in Japan!!
So, made it across the sea and am in the land of vending machines, hidden streets and what sometimes feels like waves people. It wasn't easy though, we actually missed our original flight due to the tickets being mis-printed, but thanks to a no BS attitude we got a direct flight out of DFW instead, which was to our advantage. Once, Tim and I arrived in Tokyo it was a little rough. It took about an hour in the airport, cause I had to get a bunch of rail passes and rent cellphones, but luckily i know enough Japanese and everyone else knows enough English for us to get around.
So, after the airport we went to Shibuya, it was closer to the Square Enix Studio and all the arcades we wanted to stop at, but the trick was finding a new capsule hotel. This would have been fine except for a couple things; first, we did get a little lost... second, when we finally got there, the lockers were not big enough for our luggage (everything bigger in Texas, everything smaller in Japan) and lastly, Tokyo is abnormally hot. I mean, i may just be me, but I was sweating my ass off the whole night. You could probably tell by some pics of me in the arcade. But yeah, we found lockers, then we hit up the arcades. They were gamer paradise, made me long for the days of arcades past, but I haven't found any crazy japanese games yet. Mostly, tons of fighting games and racing games. Plus, 2 floors for gambling and the worst crane machines ever. They are impossible.
Eventually, we passed out in the capsules and woke up to a nice breakfast in a cafe over the 7-11. Then we hit up the Square Enix Studio. For anyone that plays Final Fantasy it was a wet dream, but you can see the pics yourself. Then we hit up the Shinkansen to Kyoto and here I am in our Ryokan blogging.
Tomorrow we will got to some castles and temples so I will see you all later.
Im in Japan!!
So, made it across the sea and am in the land of vending machines, hidden streets and what sometimes feels like waves people. It wasn't easy though, we actually missed our original flight due to the tickets being mis-printed, but thanks to a no BS attitude we got a direct flight out of DFW instead, which was to our advantage. Once, Tim and I arrived in Tokyo it was a little rough. It took about an hour in the airport, cause I had to get a bunch of rail passes and rent cellphones, but luckily i know enough Japanese and everyone else knows enough English for us to get around.
So, after the airport we went to Shibuya, it was closer to the Square Enix Studio and all the arcades we wanted to stop at, but the trick was finding a new capsule hotel. This would have been fine except for a couple things; first, we did get a little lost... second, when we finally got there, the lockers were not big enough for our luggage (everything bigger in Texas, everything smaller in Japan) and lastly, Tokyo is abnormally hot. I mean, i may just be me, but I was sweating my ass off the whole night. You could probably tell by some pics of me in the arcade. But yeah, we found lockers, then we hit up the arcades. They were gamer paradise, made me long for the days of arcades past, but I haven't found any crazy japanese games yet. Mostly, tons of fighting games and racing games. Plus, 2 floors for gambling and the worst crane machines ever. They are impossible.
Eventually, we passed out in the capsules and woke up to a nice breakfast in a cafe over the 7-11. Then we hit up the Square Enix Studio. For anyone that plays Final Fantasy it was a wet dream, but you can see the pics yourself. Then we hit up the Shinkansen to Kyoto and here I am in our Ryokan blogging.
Tomorrow we will got to some castles and temples so I will see you all later.
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