We’re now at a place called Lake Nojiri just outside of Nagano, and I thought I’d follow up on this post with a few more thoughts.

1. The concept of “tipping” doesn’t exist in Japan. The price on the menu is what you pay. It’s awesome.
2. At least, I hope the concept of tipping doesn’t exist — or else I’ve been pissing off a lot of people.
3. Precision with time is very important here. Everything is on time. Trains leave the second they’re supposed to. 
4. Perhaps related to #3, everyone walks really fast.

It’s early morning of day three in Tokyo, Japan (well, full day two). Some early observations about the city:

1. Everyone is extremely friendly. Sarah and I have looked lost a few times and unprompted, strangers will come up and ask us if we need help. They don’t want anything in return, just to help.
2. The subway system is actually pretty easy to get around once you realize the numbering/coloring system (since we don’t speak or read Japanese).
3. As expected, the sushi here is excellent. 1,000 times better than anything I’ve ever had in the United States.