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– Wandering around after doing some Postal Service stuff. Sending off my good will gifts to my friends.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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This blogpost covers the day of April 6th, 2023 while in Osaka & Nara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today was the day I had to leave Osaka. Before that, I went to a nearby Conbini to eat my breakfast from there. I refused to eat at that hotel-Cafe collaboration area after feeling unwanted, and having to deal with a weird misunderstanding. After my delicious conbini morning meal I had to send stuff off via Japan Post spending a fair bit of time over there. Once the postal service was dealt with (tracking numbers sent) I then went to swiftly visit Osaka Castle prior to having to pick my luggage back up to head to Osaka’s World Expo grounds, and then to Nara. It was a busy day traveling from place-to-place-to-place. I had fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would be an interesting day of travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Related Blog Posting (Japan Travel):<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Day 1<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 2<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 3<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 4<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 5<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 6<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 7<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 8<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 9<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 10<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 11<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 12<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 13<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 14<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 15<\/a>] – [Day 16<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Postal Intermission:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tried to find the Post Office in relation to Google Maps, it failed to give me the precise location. I basically went around the block (AGAIN!) just trying to find this Japan Postal office. I eventually made it in, was greeted, even telling them my situation via a translator (both Google Translate & DeepL) of who to send to, what my redirected address was, and how to sign up. I signed up with Japan Post, filled things in (with assistance), even spending as much time with me to get things sorted as possible. That’s the one thing I admire about Japan, they’re overly formal and overly helpful, maybe unless you deal with an abused retailed worker in japan (like anywhere else in the world) who shall give you a 50\/50 experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I filled in my address, my friend’s address, my coworker’s address, and my roommates. All totaling up to $1000. Screw it, I don’t want to lug around my cursed goodwill presents. It’s for the best, also for future happenings of requiring Peach Air flights to Sapporo at a later date. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everything took a long while thanks to rules, regulations, paperwork, and a whole lot of guessing and translation issues. It was an interesting experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Heading off to Osaka Castle.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Passing by more festive stalls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Pedestrian bridge and Sakura trees. Nice combo! Love how the buildings pop out from the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Kon! Proof I was here.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Japan has some of the best scenic areas. I love it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Double-take.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Seeing planes flying over always gives me surreal vibes. It always feels so weird. Is this real? Am I really in Japan? I have to take that soon for Sapporo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I can see it! I can see it! I can see Osaka Castle!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Panorama<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Finally realized I should have been taking more Busou Shinki images. Let’s do it! I still have “some” time, let’s grab some amongst the Cherry Blossoms. Nice! I’ve also taken many pictures and angles attempting to have at least a handful of good ones to share, and to pride over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Was a bit weird crossing this portion, yet was decently scenic. Would fit well in either an Anime or a game. I enjoyed my time walking this way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Train! I even purposely waited long enough to capture a passing train. I’m happy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– One of my more happier pictures. I love it, even if it’s cloudy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Admiring the beauty of the buildings, the moat, and the forested castle walls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I could happily use this as a wallpaper. Nice!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Noticed some older buildings full of moss and overgrowth. Still noted them regardless. They hold some value and significance. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Approaching Osaka Castle bit-by-bit. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Choo!~ Choo!~<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Of course this place has a road train. Of course it would! Found it amusing, even recalling ones in downtown Ottawa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Getting a better grasp of the scenery.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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I was genuinely considering placing my Busou Shinki figure (Arnval) on this bridge, deciding against it for various reason. Too many people, risk of falling into the moat, and a hassle. I had another person’s image in mind, yet decided against it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– At this point I’m abusing my phone’s auto-capture via gesturing. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Absolutely amazing! Stunning! It becomes more and more impressive as I inch closer to it. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I visited Osaka Castle. WOOOO! Selfie, as proof I visited \ud83d\ude09 .<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The castle is highly impressive. Also, barely able to see the insane line-up to enter the castle. It was tolerable. I had a few hours prior to my luggage pickup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Waiting in line to enter Osaka Castle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The booth on the bottom right (above image) is a COVID testing booth. Testing your temperature and your health. I was fine, though some European mother allegedly tried talking to me, or at least between her and another women. I assumed they were talking to me at one point to which they ignored my response. Go to hell then… Hold your conversations more directly instead of having them open-ended assuming I’m invited into your conversation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They were noting how high and low the temperatures were ranging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While waiting in line I even understood some Slavic folks behind me, and what they were saying. How they bunked up, how they didn’t like the shower (or how they took a shower), noting shampoo, and what their plan was. I didn’t make note of everything, I however understood what they were talking about. It was about. Maybe one even felt a little under the weather relating to food, who knows. They were noting their trip in a Slavic tongue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– It’s always the foreigners who stare back. Even so, I admire this mini-structure.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Gorgeous!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The inside of the castle was fairly cramped, if still spacious enough for a class to visit. The lower you are the more room you had, though the higher you are the less you had to wiggle about. Hence, the line up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The older stairways were one person wide, though the displays and everything was spacious enough for a school group to visit. It was nice. There however were areas you were unable to take pictures, yet other tourists still took pictures. I refrained from taking pictures, yet they took them. I told them they’re not allowed. If I’m not allowed, then nobody is allowed to take a picture. We’re guests in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t abuse the Japanese’s trusts. They’re already wary of foreigners, and if we keep doing stupid things we’ll no longer be allowed in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Making note of how the castles were built, maybe even using these building styles for a game called ‘Rising World’. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Once I reached the top I was able to see a nice view all around. I’m amused how they removed chicken netting allowing you to see Osaka itself. Even having plastic protection to protect the emblems on the railing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I happily obtained my Osaka Castle stamp! I stamped it so hard into my stamp book a few people looked at what I was doing. I wanted to make sure the ink actually stuck onto the page properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Guarding fragile, and highly historical pieces of history from overly abusive and pesky tourists. \ud83d\ude09 (And the weather.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– An overly nice view from here.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Double-take.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Selfie to prove I was in Osaka, and at the top of the Osaka Castle. \ud83d\ude09<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I spy a Tsutenkaku! I was here yesterday! Thank you for your hospitality, and kindness! \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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And with that, it’s time to go! I sadly have to leave this area, and Osaka for the next area. I mean, it’s a great thing I’m exploring, yet the time’s up for Osaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Canon!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The ever-growing line-up into Osaka Castle. Still a highly gorgeous area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Other people noted this, I took a picture of it. A square carving in stone.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Sakura! I also had a weird bug incident messing with my sweater.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Beautiful! View from the alleged gun placements. I was hoping to see canon battery’s, there were none. Only a steep wall. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– View from the steep canon battery wall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– “Hey? Arcticu? Why are you always hating on foreigners so much. You’re one yourself.” – *points to the garbage*<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I’m aware I may be hypocritical at times, seeing garbage laying on the ground in Japan annoys me. We’re guests, we’re supposed to treat the Japanese with respect for allowing us into their country. Yet no, the Chinese, Koreans, or whomever (maybe even Americans) threw trash on the ground disrespecting Japan. Then people wonder why they’re allegedly “xenophobic”. THIS is why. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I made sure NOT to crumple paper money. I made sure to follow every known etiquette and rules. I made sure to be as up to date as possible regarding Japan. I may not be perfect, and I’ve screwed up at times myself. I crossed a tram rail at Hiroshima Station causing me to be yelled at by the staff there. I learned my lesson. I was scolded (or embarrassed) by a KanColle buddy for not “Cheering” with beer (Kanpai!~). I forgot. I try to learn from my mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I however have one more stupid mistake I’ll regret, it relates to the festival stalls I’ll interact with further below in the blog post. I dropped and egg failing to pick it up. They must hate me for that. I hated myself for dropping an egg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Choo!~ Choo!~<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Passing by some more abandoned structures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Genuinely curious to know what this is.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– More gorgeous Sakura trees. I made note I chose well for my birthday gift.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– An attempt at an artistic shot.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– One part I can’t get over is how elegant and gorgeous Japan is. Every part of it, old and new. Sure, some areas are rougher than others, yet everything is gorgeous in Japan (for the most part). <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Re-tracing my steps back to the hotel while briefly making note of the scenery. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Bought an extra egg, yet sadly lost one of them. I was livid, even ashamed I even left it where I dropped it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The stall folks welcomed me, then asked me where I was from. Told them Canada causing them to ask me in a stereotypical Canadian manner. Yellowknife? Yukon, and similar type Canadian references. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ottawa, Canada. Sorry for being monotoned and boring, I’m tired and a little stressed out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I even had a stupid thought of – “Oh, a Seagull will eat the egg”. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was even wondering how to clean it, never did. They may now potentially view me as an idiot. I’ll admit I’m a sleepy idiot who never picked up a dropped Japanese egg. I’m upset at myself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Few moments later……<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Just what in the hell is this body kit?! A mix between a Porsche and a Ferrari. Someone wants to pretend they’re driving a Ferrari-Porsche. What. I even asked my American KanColle friend, the one I sent the Jintsuu stuff to.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Grabbed my luggage, and off we go…. I sadly forgot my Milk Tea I bought from the conbini. RIP! I genuinely enjoy that drink, first drank in Vancouver. I was self-introduced to that drink. I love it now. I was also accidentally locked out of my hotel needing help to regain my card. I had to call the service counter, to which they swiftly helped. They made sure I didn’t screw up again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time to visit a nearby shrine prior to my train ride to Osaka’s World Expo landmark, as suggested by my KanColle buddy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Travel Blogging note: * KanColle Chat]<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I allegedly chatted with someone regarding KanColle. May have been my good buddy, Tori, or someone else. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– This location was suggested to me by Google Maps.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Turtles!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I even was able to witness the destruction of a traditional Japanese house in this area, or so I recall. Interesting perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Cute! (in a train heading to Osaka’s Expo area).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I allegedly took the wrong train, correcting my mistake swiftly after. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Interesting station logo. (Thank god that girl is wearing a long skirt. I don’t want to be accused of stupidity<\/s>).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Bampakukinenkoen Station<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Bampakukinenkoen Station<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Had to seek out a locker for my luggage, to which I then proceeded to explore the area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I was asked as to why I took a picture of the Anime women. It’s because she’s Anime, and because she’s important simply for being Anime.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– At last! I’m here! I may appear upset, I however am happy. I’m happy to see what I once was only able to see in certain Anime.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– This area may be a bit wildly built, it however it neat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Expocity! \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Pffft!~ Of course this is here. An American school bus with Charlie Brown characters.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– My dad used to drive school buses for a living, this brings back memories of those days. I even drove a school bus a few times, as a kid. You read that correctly. Both ridden and driven a school bus as a kid.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

My dad used to work for Laidlow on Moodie Dr. I used to play in the school bus parking lot with my Star Wars toys going between buses, and around it. I would fly my X-Wing toy, or play Gameboy, or whatever, while my dad drove the bus, or when my parents would clean the buses. It’s honest work, and someone has to do it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One day I even imitated how my dad would start a bus. I took the keys, put the bus in gear, backed it up, and drove it to where my dad desired to clean the buses. I scared the living daylights out of him. He questioned who was in the yard that day, and it was just silly young me driving a bus perfectly from one parking area to the next. No higher ups saw this, yet I drove a school bus as a kid, better than those people desiring to run me over on a weekly basis in Ottawa with their car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– KFC! Colonel Sanders<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I was also amusingly asked as to why I took a picture with Colonel Sanders in Japan. I straight up told him we don’t have him in Ottawa, and we’re not allowed to have fun in that city. Japan knows how to have fun, and I respect that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– CC Lemon is genuinely hard to find, why is that? Why is CC Lemon difficult to come across. Only at a Daiso, or random locations. Do Japanese folks dislike the brand?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– My meal from the grocer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A Japanese young girl (a kid) came up to me to stare at me, or maybe even behind me. She got a decent 5-10 second stare before leaving the area. Maybe it was me (being a foreigner), or maybe it was even someone behind me. A kid in the play area behind me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I ate my food, even chasing down my food waste to throw out elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– I always look angry, yet that’s not the case. Just focused on the camera. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Reminding me of Slovakia’s Golden Pheasant (Zlaty Bazant) beer. How I miss Slovakia’s actual real beer. Japan has real beer as well.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Trying to find my way closer to this Osaka Expo statue.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– At last! I’m in, and I’m near it! Another one to cross off the bucket list. \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– World Expo map. I knew by seeing this I wouldn’t be able to explore all of this.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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I jokingly toured the Japanese section of the World Expo. It’s a nicely size area to have fun at, and fun people were having here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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