That was amazing to read. I have alot of questions to ask my Japanese friend. Btw Tynan, Hong Kong is another city to visit if you like Asian cities, its my birthplace. I don't think its as safe (laptop WILL get stolen) or as service friendly as Japan, but definately its a place to check out with the most skyscraper count in the world, and the most millionares per square mile anywhere in the world (both unverified, but Hong Kong is pretty cool)