Tsukiji Fish Market
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Tsukiji Fish Market

So, because of Adam's busy work schedule, he had to leave Japan a day earlier than I did. When he met me in Japan at the beginning of the week, he had just come from a two-week work trip in China. They usually fly him to South Korea before flying him home, so after he left Japan, he flew back to South Korea before catching his flight back to Seattle. I could have gone home the same day, but I decided to extend my trip an extra day mainly because it was cheaper to do so.

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Making Soba Noodles in Japan
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Making Soba Noodles in Japan

The train stations in Japan are spectacular. Tokyo's public transit system is incredible, but I was blown away by just how immaculate and huge each major station really is. Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is the #3 largest train station in the world, with 36 platforms and 200 exits.

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Five Random Facts:

  • I've been a vegetarian for over half my life. šŸŒ±

  • I have a bachelor's degree in Linguistics and Cultural Studies.

  • Rilo Kiley is my all-time favorite band.

  • I hate bananas! šŸ˜

  • My dream travel destination is Antarctica.

About Me:

Hi, Iā€™m Amanda and Little Tranquility is a place where I share bits and pieces of my life as a traveler, photographer, and toddler mom living on Bainbridge Island, Washington.

In my free time, I enjoy running, baking, brushing up on my Mandarin, and trying to pet every cat I see. Thanks for stopping by!