This blogpost covers the day of January 29 while in Tokyo, Japan.
On this lovely next day in Japan I woke up at 7:35 AM. A bit of a headache thanks to a hard pillow, though still all fine. My plan was to make up for lost time and opportunities during my first trip, now covered in this one. What’s my plan? To capture Kamakura’s hanging monorail (Kamakura-Enoshima Shonan Monorail), something I was surprisingly close to, yet failed to make note of during my 2023 trip.
Once readied, I made my way to Ueno’s Wendy’s First Kitchen to try out their Japanese oriented fast-food menu. I tried out their peach drink, morning breakfast burger, and hashbrown nuggets via the machine order, something to which I gained an instant surprise for. Once I set my order I was instantly greeted by a shouted – ‘Nine, Five, Four!” – for my (954) number. That was awesome! I was genuinely happy about that English number call out.
I basically went upstairs, ate my breakfast, caught up on Twitter/X, and even lost in thought. I was trying to absorb the Japanese aura of the area. Once satisfied, I gradually ventured off to where I needed to go.
Japan Trip 2024:
Kamakura-Enoshima Shonan Monorail:
https://kamakura-enoshima-monorail.jp/ & https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shonan_Monorail
Ueno to Ofuna (JY):
I simply hoped on to one line desiring to be taken straight to Ofuna, even if it would be quicker or slower. It was all the same to me. Of course, I wouldn’t mind being in Ofuna sooner than later, JR trains are however highly efficient at where they tend to go. I went with the flow. My goal was to reach the Monorail of Kamakura, hence this JY line to Ofuna. It may, or may not, take longer so I simply stuck with it.
I didn’t take many pictures, even though I genuinely desired to. I assumed it was considered “rude”, thus I kept my image count fairly low. I’ve seen neat scenery enroute, especially how the JR companies clean their JR trains, among other neat scenic views.
Once the issues resolved, and we traveled further and further into the “rural-outskirts” of Tokyo I was mesmerized by how certain homes were nestled up onto the track. They genuinely crept up onto the railway line, both scary, yet artistically beautiful.
The funny thing was seeing Mount Fuji either prior, or after this Yamate stop. Seeing Mount Fuji was awesome, something which had me hyped up. Unsure if the locals eying me knew what was up. I tried to be as respectful as possible.
Roughly 2 hours later we finally arrived at Ofuna. Two hours.
This is why I admire Japan more than anything in Canada. Japan has order and neatness. They know of common sense (for the most part) while keeping what they travel on as well respected as possible. I was indeed the lone stupid foreigner, but that’s because I was taking pictures. I had to document stuff for my blog (what you’re reading now) so I had to sadly break a few social rules. Still respectfully.
What makes this awesome is how I have my own memories to go off now, not relying on other people’s experiences, but my own. I can now hype and praise my own experiences and adventures over other people, especially the more arrogant foreigners seeking clout. Everything Japanese is awesome, especially the transit.
(Side-Note: If anyone is wondering, yes, you can use your IC Cards on both the main JR lines and the Monorail lines. Same with the Kamakura trams, or what are considered trams.)
I made my way to the front, if with heavy amounts of confusion. An hazy, confused mindset. I made my way to the window, a few tourists in the area as well of the Chinese or Korean variety. Once I finished observing they would take over. I eventually felt satisfied enough to the point I sat down in some overly fancy monorail-themed seats. A few locals obviously stared at me, that’s only natural.
Shonan-Enoshima Station (Enoshima Arrival):
Arrived! That was a lovely, if bumpy trip. I would happily travel on this monorail again. Now to make my way through Enoshima, and into the other side of Enoshima (Fujisawa side) for some forgotten elements I’ve failed to capture in my 2023 trip. Gradually checking off a few of my bucket-list goals on this trip. Awesome!
Attempted to seek out the Enoshima station stamp, something I eventually discoevred. I also happily reunited with Mount Fuji, this time for a selfie! 😉
A bit of a weird place to position them, though I understand, it’s to allow people to see the banners properly. I failed to watch the follow up movie to this, I however watched the main series of the show with it eventually bringing me to tears. Near the climax of the first season (the hospital scene) reminded me of my time visiting my father (now passed on) in the hospital failing to hold a proper conversation with him. I only told him – “everything shall be fine” – and that’s it. He wasn’t lucid enough. He passed away a few days later. I even saw an outline of him (with my eyes closed) as I woke up. I may have felt his presence as he passed away around the 11 AM-12 PM mark. I gained a phone call from the hospital shortly after noting he passed on. I still fondly reminiscence about my father on a daily basis.
When Sakuta rushed out of the hospital like a raving madman it reminded me of how I felt internally. Sakuta behaved overtly in how I’ve felt within (inside).
I became highly hesitant in viewing the movie with how much the first season emotionally effected me when I first watched it. The anime, however, thankfully has tons of positives by constantly bringing me back to the Kamakura-Enoshima area, something I had done numerous times during my 2023 trip for the trains, the island, and other landmarks. It’s a beautiful area. Seishun Buta Yaro is indeed one of my favourite Anime, one I hold highly, also thanks to its special awesome sounding ending theme songs of the cast walking on the beach.
I’m here for the trains and the aquarium.
I purchased a few souviners and gifts from the Enoshima giftstore. Happy, I continued my way towards Tully’s Coffee for some food. 2 hours by train would make this a perfect time for a nice lunch break.
Was unsure how to enter Tully’s Coffee shop, eventually figuring it out. I made my way to where I needed to line up ordering a few items of interests.
Spent this time catching up on Twitter, sharing my experiences, to then plan out my next steps in haste. Setting my plans in motion.
Satisfied, I cleaned up after myself and ventured out onto my next point-of-interest.
I walked right in obtaining as many ink stamps as I could for my make-shift stamp book (my travel log). On my way out I also happily purchased a drink from the blue vending machine.
You know what the best part is? I don’t have to deal with stupid idiots from Ottawa, Canada. I had my brief peace and tranquility in Japan. Soothing! Peaceful! Bliss! Thank you for giving me a slice of freedom and peace. YATTA!~
Gradually made my way towards the Enoshima Aquarium, as I had initially desired.
Enoshima Aquarium:
It’s finally time to visit the Enoshima Aquarium, something I had initially missed out on in my prior trip to Japan in 2023. Time to have fun seeing the lovely aquatic life in Japan.
I waited in line, paid, and was guided to the entrance. It was a short line, or at least a fast moving one. Made my way in to see all these neat displays, something which I had seen in Anime and in VRChat. It really made me happy being there. Yes, I was also in Ontario’s Wonderland when I was a kid, and that was way back in the past.
I asked for a picture here, something I would get. I possibly could have also obtained a stamp in this area, if I had asked. Unsure if I had, I however have a picture of my own to boast about. I made a ‘V’ bunny ears on the plushie which gained a laugh from the staff. I also loudly went “cheese!” to which everybody stared at me. It was awkward, if amusing. A good memory. 😉
Once I’ve seen the majority of the main tank, it was time to visit the tiny ones. The tiny tanks containing smaller sea-life in more specialized exhibits.
I’ve seen just as much as I was able to see. I even saw the special Jelly Fish show in the “jellyfish room”, something I also failed to capture an image in. I wish I had. It was a magical and special show. I visited high and low, and even accidentally nearly entering kid exhibits. It’s all to be in the know. I even saw Sea Otters, something I was unable to take pictures of.
Went through the gift shop seeing nothing of actual interest. Yes, I’ve noticed neat stuff, just nothing worthwhile I could lug back to Canada. No stamps.
With that, I exited the Enoshima Aquarium to explore more of the ‘Fujisawa’ side of the area. Was highly curious to visit the park and the tsunami tower area.
A random note:
I also recall a foreign female presence (White girl/women) relaxing in the area doing her own thing. Just one white female foreigner, if at all. I have no issues with white girls if they’re respectful, only if they’re actually vile, as they tend to be in YouTube videos relating to Japan and anything else. They know how to bait, seduce, and lie to their viewers on Youtubers. Onlyfans is another thing, or false-teach to their students in Japan, among other issues. Not all, though that’s the impression the bad white girls have spread online. As I said, this is a random side-note, and should be viewed as a random side-note.
Thanks to numerous bad experiences by white girls (and girls in general) I simply view white women as horrible people, favouring Asian girls for their kinder, sweater, and common-sense approach. I’m not naïve about it, I however prefer Asian girls over white girls now after constantly being viewed as a “rapist”, “low-value” male individual by white girls. They’re always afraid of me, or view things in overly paranoid mannerisms. Asian girls have treated me as humans, and I desire their kindness, if I’m allowed their kindness. Honesty is your best policy, and I’ll pay back kindness and with kindness and respect. If I’m viewed as a rapist by morally corrupted women then I simply desire nothing of them, hence why Japan also has “herbivore males”, as Western nation has them. If they desire to be stupid then that clearly is a “them” problem they themselves need to sort out with their “everybody is a rapist” mentality. I sadly fall under that umbrella of their own fear and paranoia of the world. Shame.
I also had to deal with overly arrogant Canadian white women pretending they knew everything, even hobby settings and outside of it, making me hate women in general. I wish they were as normal as girls in the 1990’s were, or those in romance anime which hold natural and traditional values, ones normal people and guys seek.
If women were women (if they behaved normally) we wouldn’t be having these stupid issues of seeking significant others in this era. At least Japan is trying via rental girlfriends, and with Westerners visiting other non-Western nations for their love-life. It’s why I tend to see a noticably large number of white guys with Asian female partners as girlfriends and wives. Canadian, American, and European girls/women irritated me far too much with how eager they are to betray or be false/plastic about everything.
I’ve noticed a few odd people coming and going from this area, keeping an eye on them. They may have been locals, probably those simply bored of life, or similar. Who knows. I recall keeping watch on a few folks out of curiousity. Maybe it wasn’t even “nefarious”. Maybe it was actual local behaviour.
While making my way from the beach I had someone walk around me, even as if I was a bit of a nuisance to them, or something. It’s hard to word. I may have been “too slow” for them, or something. Either way, I finished what I desired, eventually making my way back onto the main roadway to visit the pedestrian round-about.
As I was heading up onto the pedestrian bridge round-about I heard a holler, something I looked back on wondering if it was about me. I was loosely behind, and around a pair of girls wondering what they were trying to do. I was trying to go around them. They were doing their own weird thing.
Made my way to the aquarium’s park to charge my phone using my external battery pack to charge my phone. It wasn’t the best, it however allowed my phone to stay alive for much longer. I was cursing, even considering purchasing a wireless battery pack for my phone.
Made my way to a nearby Konbini (7/11) for some food. I purchased some quick food to eat at a nearby park. I desired to eat outdoors, not indoors. I passed by Katase-Enoshima Station while crossing over Benten Bridge, and towards the lower portion of ‘Scenic beauty and historical site Enoshima Monument’. I desired to be far away and in a more obscure area away from “over-tourism” tourists hijacking and destroying every part of Enoshima area. I eventually discovered a somewhat decent secluded area away from the pesky tourists, one allowing me to capture both Enoshima Island and the sunset. I was both happy and agitated at the same time. I was happy about food.
I was genuinely frustrated to the point I was seeking out a place to purchase a wireless external battery pack. Any kind. I know they exist, and I’m well aware they work because my roommate purchased a solar-panel wireless charger for general purposes. I’m well aware they exist. With that in mind, I sought out something in Akihabara, or near Tokyo Station, relating to Anker, or any electronic stores. I didn’t know where to look, I however made it my mission to purchase anything wireless related.
Was a bit difficult, I however eventually stumbled my way towards the Anker store. I read every signage, guidance, and everything leading me towards the Anker store in the basement. I showed the clerk what I desired, it was sold out. The Anker store clerk then noted how it wouldn’t work on my phone because it can’t clip on, and all that. That’s fine, I simply desire to charge. I made that known, yet they insisted on the thought I desired the charger to clip on. It doesn’t have to clip, or stick, or magnetize. I simply desire to wirelessly charge my phone!
Wirelessly. Charge. Phone…… I thanked the helpful guy for going above and beyond, sadly having to go to Akihabara next for my next round of loot. Before that, I had to go around to the other side of Tokyo Station for some forgotten images. You know, more bucket list goals to check off. This next walk would be a bit painful seeing as how I would have to walk fully around the station.
After many minutes of searching, and asking, and searching I eventually stumbled across a wireless charger. Maybe 1 hour after the fact, I however found one.
I went from one row, then the next, and was even assisted via Twitter/X to visit this store for potential wireless gadgets. I asked for help twice, both times not gaining any real answers. Everybody assumed I desired a snap-on gimmick for my wireless charger, something I was fine not having. I simply desired “A” wireless charger. Singular, one. A singular wireless charger I could simply charge my android smartphone. Simple!
In hindsight I should have bought one from the get-go prior to heading to Japan. It’s my fault.
I eventually wandered into a McDonalds in hopes of purchasing a Godzilla special. I failed, instead obtaining everything else I normally wouldn’t find in Ottawa. Shockingly, these staff in Akihabara failed to speak English. I was unsure of my number constantly having to ask.
I threw out my trash in a nearby Konbini. The McDonalds failed to have a trash bin.
I desired to cheer thanks to something special happening for finding the proper exit, first try. I had this strong desire to let out a loud celebratory cheer. YATTA!~ (Right gate; Exit gate).
I have to say this was a highly rewarding day. Sure, I stumbled and failed to purchase certain snacks when I had the opportunity to, I however was rewarded elsewhere. I had fun going to Kamakura via monorail, exploring the coastline of Katase Beach, and even the aquarium. It was all genuinely rewarding and fun. Sure, it could have been better with a significant other (of the female kind), I however have to make due with me being solo. I have to make the most of it on my own, and I had. Everything is a learning experience. I captured trains, scenery, creatures, sea life, birds, food, sunsets, stations, and everything else. I had fun. I even have a selfie from Enoshima Aquarium to have fun with. Awesome!
Sure, I failed to eat McDonald’s Godzilla burger, something I had craved and desired, but that’s on me. I can pretend I ate Godzilla burger by pretending the green-wrapped burger was it. Maybe it was. I’ll pretend it was. I need to lie to myself so I don’t end up venting on Twitter/X, though I may end up doing that regardless.
All my memories are my own, no longer needing YouTube J-Vloggers and other people to assume what is and isn’t in Japan. I can simply follow the Japanese on their experiences in Japan to see the real side of Japan. I’m also happy I avoided “over-tourism”, for the most part, in various parts of my trips.
More stuff happily and proudly crossed off from my Japan bucket list and life goals. I’m proud. Thank you for having me in Japan.