I'm coming home

I just got off my domestic flight from Fukuoka to Tokyo. I now have a 2 1/2 hour wait until I leave for Los Angeles. Fortunately, I have the business lounge to hang out in and use the internet to pass the time. It's stormy in Tokyo right now so the flight here had a ton of turbulence and I'm expecting just as much leaving.

I came to this country with really no expectations. I studied Japanese cinema in College so I knew quite a bit about Japan's history and a little about their culture. I did know that this time here would definitely change me but I didn't expect it to this much. For one, this is the first real vacation I have taken in over 10 years so it was just what the doctor ordered. The only time I have really taken off of work has been for a few days to go to Vegas or to Arizona to visit the parents. Also, this is my first experience out of the country and among another culture. There was no way two weeks here wouldn't have an affect on me. The only thing I fear is the transition from this respectful and happy country back to the assholes at home; because the people that were assholes are going to look that much more worse now.

It was a good decision planning to be out here for two weeks because if I had only been out here a week I would be coming home unfulfilled. The first week was enough to get adjusted and prepare for the real fun. I was lucky enough to do and see more than I initially planned on. The only two things I missed were a Sumo match, because they are a traveling act that wouldn't be in Fukuoka until November, and spending a few days in Tokyo. I rest assured that I one day will do those two things because things are looking like DJ may play out here again next year.

So, on that note, until next year Japan...

Sayanora