On Sunday I was able to see lots of the touristy places in central Tokyo, such as the Imperial Palace, the Yasakuni Shrine etc. I was also able to buy some nice Judo books in one of the big book stores. In the evening Kevin and his friend came back to Sendai, so I hung out with Hide and one other friend. On Monday I met my friend who lives in Tokyo and went to see Kamakura and Yokohama. I saw some interesting things in these places, such as the big Buddha staue and China Town. In the evening we went to an Indian restaurant. I came back to Sendai early on Tuesday. I enjoyed my stay in Tokyo, but it felt nice to get back to Sendai because it is easy to live, and it is my home. Today I went shopping at the mall in Nagamachi. Whilst in Tokyo I slept on a bed for the first time in ages. So I finally gave in and bought a bed today. I will go home in the summer, but between now and then I can enjoy a good nights rest - I dont really like sleeping on the futon I have! (Its just a pity that the bed doesnt come included with someone to share it with :-) ) At 4pm today i have Judo practice and I hope to learn the Kata I need to know to pass the Browb Belt test later this month. In the evening Ill meet Kevin and his friend. Tomorrow Im looking forward to hanging out at Canon's house!