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– My last “hipster” breakfast at a hipster hotel. Avocado toast, cereal, and orange juice. Not bad, if funky.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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This blogpost covers the day of February 18th while in Tokyo, Japan. Yokosuka for Azur Lane Valentines Day event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Woke up at 8:30 AM, even doing things at 9 AM. I woke up highly sore, highly tired from the previous day and night, even wondering about my plans for the day. Tended to Twitter\/X, Azur Lane, Blue Archive, etc. The usual dailies. I would also pay for my final breakfast, something to which I noted – “I guess this is the last time I eat breakfast here” – noting both my frustration with the hipster hotel, and the final true day in Japan. Upset I had to constantly pay for breakfast, something which should be in the price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once readied, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Japan Trip 2024:<\/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>] \u2013 [Day 16<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 17<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 18<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 19<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 20<\/a>] \u2013 [Day 21<\/a>] – [Day 22<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Attempting to make sense of where my main focus should be for this Azur Lane Valentines Day event. I eventually settled on obtaining an HMS Fortune towel from a hotel. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– My main focus was to head over to Yokosuka Shell\/Honch Shell to obtain both HMS Fortune towel and face cloth. Both HMS Fortune, one of my many Azur Lane waifus, or favourite shipgirls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Leaving the hotel area, now on my way to Ueno Station to venture towards Yokosuka. I genuinely admire the more “neighborly” feeling of the neighborhood. More traditional, more atmospheric.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Flowers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– More lovely flowers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The general Ueno area prior to heading into Ueno Station, one of my favourite walking areas.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This area became my “unwinding” and “I’m glad to be away from Ottawa’s Stupidity” area. The times I ventured through this park, day and night, I always found myself more at peace than when I had to deal with morally corrupted residents living in Ottawa. I was glad to be in Japan, even if briefly, dealing with Japan troubles over Canadian ones. This park, as populated as it was with tourists, was far better than what I had to deal with back home in Ottawa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Attempting to figure out which train to take, and where. JK > KK Line was suggested.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This is what I absolutely love about Japan! Tokyo, especially, in regards to JR trains, and the general use of trains to get around. Yes, some Japanese cities and towns have better and worse trains, they however simplify things in ways a bus and other modes of transportation is unable to. The type of bliss I felt riding a train was heavenly, and I shall keep hyping up that fact. Japanese trains are insanely efficient (probably to some slight faults), they however do their job allowing you to admire Japan in its entirety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I admire Japan more than what Ottawa does with its corrupted transit routes. Heck, even Bratislava (in Slovakia) handles transportation better in regards to trams and buses, something fake journalist wannabes in Ottawa always find themselves attacking. I digress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japanese trains are heavenly, and blissful. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Ueno to Shinagawa Station to allow me to travel to Yokosuka.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Train themed JP Post mailbox. Also, some gachas I was eyeing in hopes of finding the overly elusive Hokkaido bird I desired to gift back to a kind female friend in Kure, Japan. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I laughed. Scientific dinosaurs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Seeking out the KK Line platform, something I went down a platform, and back up. I’m sure people noticed me making a mistake, doubling back the way I came. Seeking out Platform 1.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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My stay at Shinagawa Station was an interesting. I missed one train, aiming for another after such. I walked around in confusion, even with others appearing concerned over my confusion. I never asked people for directions, only seeing what the TV monitor displays noted. I checked my train’s ETA on that display, even comparing it with trains coming and going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I eventually caught the correct train, or what I considered to be the “correct” train at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Passing through a unique side of Yokohama was fairly surreal. Somewhat aged trains, if still highly admirable. Certain low-funded areas of Yokohama. Gave an interesting aura. I’m not saying it’s bad, simply noting I observed a more unique side of Yokohama through the windows of the train. It was interesting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– An interesting 7\/11 sign nearing Taura. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

From Yokohama to Yokosuka I would observe a group of annoying tourists, those of the Westernized India Indians being overly obnoxious. Talking loudly, boasting about things, making themselves known, and simply openly wearing camera gear. I found that agitating. I don’t mind seeing other tourists, just not with obnoxious behavious. Conversing where to go, how they’ll do things, and general life stuff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The way they behaved scratched on my nerves. The way they would sit in the train, huddle together as a group, and pretend they own Japan. Not quite “nuisances”, they however were nearing that level of annoyance. How do I put it? They had this, “I’ll talk loudly, annoying, in a group, and I won’t respect the subtle nuances of Japanese culture<\/em>“, type of vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I simply desired to disconnect myself further by going the opposite way once I reached Yokosuka, miles away from those idiots. During my time in the train I simply admired the thought of each station stop as it rung out on the announcement. Hearing ‘Nokendai’, ‘Oppama’, ‘Keikyu-Taura’, ‘Hemi’, and then the eventual ‘Yokosuka’ Station, all the wild feeling the aura in those names. I attempted to feel how each location felt, especially how I was seeing the scenery. I attempted to feel the scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– My gradual progress with the train.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Even if I never stepped foot in the various stations I heard via announcements I still highly admired the feeling each name carried with it. Oppama, Taura, etc. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Yokosuka Arrival! – Yokosuka-Chuo:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time to happily explore the area. Stopping off at Yokosuka-Chuo for my navy adventures, for my Azur Lane adventures. Onwards to my beloved shipgirls! KanColle and Azur Lane hold the same amount of weighted interest, and I can’t wait to see both again in Yokosuka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Happily exploring Yokosuka area, also specifically for the Azur Lane side of things.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I made a stupid round-about way around, something I shouldn’t have done. Went a street further down when I didn’t need to. Seeing some side streets with some side businesses. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Marking down my next area to visit. Japan makes walking from one place to another fairly easy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Yellow Ferrari roaming the streets of Yokosuka!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Finally made my way to Mikasa Street, a lengthy mall nestled into buildings. A walking mall promenade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Awkwardly taking a picture of my first Azur Lane capture in Yokosuka. The owners and staff welcoming me in warmly once they knew I was there for Azur Lane. Awkward, if highly hospitable. Overly kind. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I’m in “Mission mode” capturing images by instinct. Auto-pilot, if you will. I asked if it was fine, slightly after the fact, to which I was told it’s perfectly fine, and that I should come in and admire more Azur Lane goodness.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– HMS Unicorn and HMS Illustrious, a good combo! I’m admiring these beautiful Azur Lane decorations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Azur Lane shrine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Azur Lane paintings.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various bookmarks displayed in painting form in a display.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various stamps, cards, mementos, and fun emblems relating to Azur Lane.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mikasa~. Shinano on the top left, Unicorn on the right, and an AR photo below (or so appears). Halloween cards on the right.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– HMS Formidable (Halloween 2022 card). My waifu!~<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I made a little “oopsie” (mistake) by taking out my ink stamp book, something to which I was informed I should purchase something to have an ink stamp sheet stamped with the necessary stamp. Sure, I complied. I bought a few things obtaining various gifts, stamps, and mementos. Good stuff! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m also highly amused how I was actively encouraged in taking tons of pictures. Even if I was assertive in some areas, I was also shy in others causing the staff to encourage me to be more assertive. Be how I was initially, even admiring the place. From how the Japanese would act kind it even felt I was gifted more than the usual amount, or felt as such. I respect that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few Azur Lane admirals also proudly displayed their Azur Lane VISA card, something which I genuinely acknowledged was awesome. Only in Japan can you be this honest, proud, and actively straightforward with your interests. An Azur Lane themed VISA card. It was awesome! I failed to fully express my full admiration, I however lightly acknowledge their pride, and I’m genuinely happy for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japan is awesome, and I admire how they pride themselves in their own hobbies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Foxy~.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Venturing into one store to the next, any that have Azur Lane displays. Mikasa happily displayed in a hardware store.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It felt awkward simply coming and going into each store, I however had to make note of whatever I could.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Proudly Azur Lane.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Hiei in Yokosuka. Also, make note of the fancy mini manhole cover in the bottom left corner.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mini Hiei.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Azur Lane – Mikasa. Navy Mikasa Curry? Yummy!~ \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Venturing from one store to the next, even revisiting a navy shop from 2023. Nagato from Azur Lane.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Chibi Nagato. I’m saddened the caf\u00e9 was closed both times, both in 2023 and 2024. Sad face. \ud83d\ude41<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Spiderman! (Dobuita-Dori). Various places here are a part of Azur Lane collaboration, others aren’t. It’s an interesting street USA-Japan area, a weird touristy area. It gives off this funky vibe.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Spiderman!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Seeing a few navy vessels from a pedestrian crosswalk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A neat scooter parking area, something I thought Ottawa should consider in having. Scooter and bike parking lots dedicated solely for these vehicles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What’s neat in Japan wouldn’t necessarily work in Ottawa thanks to how the Liberals operate in Canada. They allow crime, theft, and corruption to run rampant, as had been shown since 2017 onwards in North American and Europe. But if it could work, things could be far more interesting in Ottawa. Not just Ottawa, the whole of Canada. More people cycling, more people biking, and more pedestrian bridges to bypass heavily congested roadways. There are many places in Ottawa (and Vancouver) I could see Japan’s architectual influences implemented into Canadian society for the betterment of society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ignoring the obvious flaws of thieves stealing bikes, scooters, and electric bikes such an architectural plot of land could be a giant benefit to those in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s but hopes and dreams. I could never expect Liberals to do the proper things in Canada, hence why Japan is leaps and bounds above anything Canadians shall ever do. All Liberals care about is the destruction of society, raping little kids, actively killing animals, and their LGBTQ statues further signaling an era of more sexual assault, rapes, and thefts in a Western, and soon Eastern society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The point to all this is how I’m admiring Japan’s small stuff while hating Canada’s overt issues. One of those “I wish Canada had >one of these<” type desires. I wish Ottawa was an actual, and proper intellectual city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digressing again……<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I eventually rounded a corner, down a street, and into the hotel. I also followed a pair of male Azur Lane fans also heading to this hotel. They were chatting amongst themselves, something which I found neat. I walked in, checked what HMS Fortune merchandise was available. I even asked for such, pointed to the display. I’m happy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Checking out Azur Lane’s display. I’m here for my HMS Fortune towel and face-cloth merchandise! \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– HMS Fortune, HMS Fortune, and Chibi HMS Fortune. Using Azur Lane’s AR Mode.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I’m overly happy. Sure, I would have much preferred an alternate style to HMS Fortune. Different poses, etc. I’m however happy to see one of my Azur Lane waifu’s proudly in Japan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I was told the amount I had to pay, to which I happily obliged. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I had a stupid moment. I was being a bit braindead, even feeling the need to awkwardly apologize (in English) to the staff member. I apologized to her because I assumed I had snatched something out of her hand, to which it hung in regret in my mind. I felt I’ve done something wrong, even if it may have been true or not. I felt a wave of guilt hit me. She seemed unphased, or even totally unamused with me being there, or her being there. Maybe she was having a bad day in general, or even depressed by my presence. She seemed either bored out of her mind, or annoyed she had to be there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever the case, we finished the financial transaction, I obtained my stuff, she stamped my sheet with an ink stamp, and I slowly ventured off to my next target. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Making note of various military vehicles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Admiring both Japan’s and USA’s navy vehicles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Making note of the Japanese flag and the sailor at attention, or on guard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Coaska.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– JS Izumo, and other lovely ships.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Sea Friend. One of the many tours roaming the area of Yokosuka.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Shoup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Seagulls!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Shoup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– JS Izumo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– HMS Fortune & JS Izumo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– HMS Fortune’s alternate outfit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Attempting to make note of what’s on JS Izumo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Zooming into one of the various entrances leading into and out of JS Izumo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– JS Makinami (DD-112) – Spotted a vessel with 112. She’s now ID’d.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Verny Park, one of my favourite parks to be at.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Main gun of the Battleship Mutsu.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Interesting concept. Never realized it at the moment of time, only after the fact how Japan designed their shells. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi! (And yes, the guy in the back is checking myself out.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Pigeon guy! Other people were checking him out also.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Verny Park is awesome.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Glico – Seventeen Ice.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Seventeen Ice with Suisei and Yuudachi. Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Poi!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Well, that’s an interesting concept. Let’s see how to open it. How do I eat from this?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What was highly amusing was how kids would always comment about my presence in Japan. What I’m doing, why I’m doing what I’m doing, or general things. Highly curious observations, some of which also tend to freak me out. Kicking me in the feet (shoes on), or simply being more upfront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just sipping on the ice cream container. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Japanese young daughter<\/em>: What is that guy doing?
Japanese<\/em> Father<\/em>: Where?… Oh, he’s consuming ice cream.
(Was explained I was eating ice cream, and possibly there being an ice cream vending machine nearby.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Admiring the view of the moon from Yokosuka.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Awesome navy blue door.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If only this door allowed me to, at will, venture from Ottawa to Yokosuka without any hassles. I’m sure every other tourist and foreigner would wish such a thing, I however have to be narcistic and note that I wish it only opened up for myself, or at least those with actual good will in their souls. People who actually admire Japan, and not those who hijack Japan for their own clout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As I’ve noted previous in a Fukuoka blog post I genuinely wish I could simply teleport here, also for the health benefits and rewards Japan provides people. Japan allows people to be more human than they would be, and I admire that of Japan. Everything is more accessible, more at your fingertips in Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I local Anime Hobbiest in Ottawa, someone who I used to know, joked how he wished he could obtain free flights in a similar fashion to the ‘Moon Phase’ Anime. Basically the vampire girl (Hazuki) would walk up to an airline counter requesting a flight to Japan, even using her special vampire powers to obtain a free right there. That one joke stuck with me for a long time, especially when it was joked around on figure.fm, all prior to Liberal politics ruining everything in Ottawa and Canada. That joke still sticks in my mind, and is all relevant on the topic of desiring a teleportation gate to escape into Japan, and to feel like a proper human being again. Canada forgot its own Canadian identity, even shunning it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moon Phase Anime was a neat little show in the past. A nice nostalgic time capsule stuck in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– TB from Azur Lane. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Boise from Azur Lane, also one of my favourite shipgirls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– St. Louis from Azur Lane. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Helena from Azur Lane.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– This blue door is in an ‘French-styled Flowerbed’, or so noted on Google. Verny Park is an awesome place to relax. Very visually pleasing, even during the less appealing seasonal times of the year. Still beautiful.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Watch your step, time is ticking. One mustn’t be reckless.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Japan’s beauty of Verny Park, and in general. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I’m admiring this beautiful clock display.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Guichen from Azur Lane. Clock-themed French shipgirl. \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various monuments to various Japanese navy ships. Imperial Navy Monument (far, far left), Warship Yamashiro Monument, National Monument, Warship Nagato Monument, Warship Okinoshima Monument, & Masaoka Shiki Literary Monument.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I can’t help but view these monuments in a KanColle & Azur Lane light. Japan views them in a more realistic approach, even if I attempted to view these monuments more respectfully in a realistic manner. A real-world manner. I’m aware of what monument is for what, even if I do eventually forget. The vague meaning is there, and I respect each and every monument. Even the alleged “Takao” monument, whichever that one was during 2023. Japan respects their navy and military history, and I respect that. I admire that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s through both KanColle and Azur Lane we’re able to keep the memories alive through general curiousities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Yokosuka is a beautiful place, if a bit rough around the edges. I genuinely admire these pedestrian bridges, something I wish was more accessible in the Ottawa, Canada region. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Making note of what, and where to go. Only relevant places, and easy to access places. I can’t reach every single one. Pondering where to go next.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Coaska Mall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Mikasa Caf\u00e9:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m here for Mutsu’s special hotdog, Mutsu’s special drink, and the simple Azur Lane fun vibes. Had a few happy moments here, if subtle, and with smiling from others. Generally a good time..<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– High School Fleet, Azur Lane (Nagato & Mutsu), and other fun items. Mini shrine and purchasable goods.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– ‘High School Fleet’ Anime shrine, or what I assume to be such.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mikasa Caf\u00e9 with Mikasa model, and other fun merchandise. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Cute little Mutsu, Yokosuka shirt, bag, and ink stamp sheet with information.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The staff nudged me to look over in this direction to see the lovely Mutsu proudly displayed on their cafe walls. Mutsu, Yokosuka shirt, and the actual fun vibes. I wasn’t sure how far I was supposed to walk. Everything was me being shy, even attempted respectful behaviour in a Canadian way. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

There was probably more, I however didn’t notice anything else in my confusion. I wasn’t sure where I was supposed to step, and what was off limits. I also awkwardly sat down at a table, eating awkwardly, if happily. I had my happy Mutsu themed drink, and even hot dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Yuudachi, Mutsu Drink, and Suisei. \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Beautiful.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mutsu themed Hotdog. I wish I held off on drinking the Mutsu drink. Other Azur Lane admirals were in the caf\u00e9 also admiring their happy Azur Lane moment. We had our happy moment. Same with those sitting next to me, we smiled at each other. Even the fries were delicious. I had a good time here.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Taking this brief moment to make note of my timeframe left of being in Japan, and when I had to return to an intentionally destroyed Canada. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Keisei Ueno – Skyliner to Narita Airport.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– More cute little Mutsu’s roaming around.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I paid, had my sheet ink stamped, and received more neat souvenirs. I attempted to make use of an Instagram only AR function, something to which it wasn’t accessible. Shared it with my Mexican friend, he also failed to have it function. We spent a decent time troubleshooting, somethign to which I hope they keep things general, and not Facebook-Instagram gated AR functions. Live and learn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m thankful for their hospitality. I’m happy people were kind, receptive, and full of happy smiles. Properly human, willing to converse, and communicate with smiles and gestures. I admire Japan for when Japan is this polite and proper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Imported – Used Store – Historic – Route 16 – Mikasa – Yokosuka.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mikasa (AR Mode) from Azur Lane of Mikasa Caf\u00e9 on a corner of a street block.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Mikasa Caf\u00e9 with Mikasa from Azur Lane using AR Mode.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

My basic habit for the day was to venture from one location, go to Verny park, go to Mikasa Cafe, go back to Verny park, go to another location, back to Verny park, and etc. I wasn’t fully well rested making me do weird things. I would always go back to Verny park to process things. To check up on things, Google search, and wonder where to go next. I was restless, aimless, if happy about my Azur Lane stuff. I’m like a kite blowing aimlessly in the wind, if bouncing from one spot to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Making note of the ‘Imperial Navy Monument’, the same one I had passed earlier with the other monuments. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A foreigner and another composer were performing in the area while playing the piano. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The way the male foreigner appeared rubbed me the wrong way. Loose, arrogant, if with a respectful level of musical skill. Off putting energy and appearance, even if he was musically skilled. The music was awesome, hence why I stayed. I caught up on certain things while I was here, even going through bucket list notes of the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Taking a slight roundabout way to head up to a lookout, one initially recommended to me from my 2023 trip. Lovely bus stop and Yokosuka Station.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Making my way up a funky route up to a suggested viewing spot. Made my way through a back alley, up a flight of neat stairs, and parallel to a main road before heading up these flights of stairs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The view from up here is neat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A slightly higher vantage point.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Japan has some overly neat hidden gem of areas. Various rundown areas, others more well built up, if still livable with neat charms to them. Basically the types of areas you would see in indie games of Japan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Crime Prevention Campaign in Progress. (Google Translate).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When I went straight, eventually heading right, I was greeted by dogs barking at my presence. One, or a few, weren’t happy I was there. I’m unsure if anybody else saw me, I was however left alone to admire the beauty of the area. I was able to admire JS Izumo from an elevated viewing area. I was also next to a caf\u00e9, one I was hesitant in walking into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– A lovely view of the harbour.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A lovely view of USS Shoup, and other American vessels. I had hoped to have captured USS Ronald Reagan in the area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Lovely view of JS Izumo, and her fellow ships.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The view from here is amazing, if restrictive.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Attempting my best to capture USS Ronald Reagan. Tons of stuff in the way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Welcome to Yokosuka!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Attempting to make note (make sense of) what’s on JS Izumo’s deck.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– JS Makinami in the back (DDS-112)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various things being worked on for the Japanese vessels. Open helicopter hangers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various trains coming and going from Yokosuka Station.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Neatly decorated little train. I admire trains such as these.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Once satisfied, I doubled back the way I came, even noting the intersection where I greeted a cute Japanese girl walking her dog. Friendly people, and I admire that. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Hastily captured this photo for the neat style of this walkway. Reminds me of old Slavic Slovakian architecture, something which strongly calls out to me. I admire this because it’s beautiful to me. Sure, it’s old, run down, but it’s functional, has character, and is neat. I wish the photo wasn’t blurry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I find it interesting how old and new architecture meshes in Japan. Has this neat characteristic to it. Admiring the stairway, the vantage point, even if I was being rushed by an elderly guy behind me heading down the way I was going.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various empty lots giving this area an interesting aura.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Alternate perspective of USS Ronald Reagan, the best I’ll get from this other side. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Pigeons! They also admire this place, probably more than I do. I wish I could have stayed in this area longer to mentally chart out more of the scenery in my mind.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Train tracks seen from the main roadway sidewalk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Similar to Kure, I caught USS Dewey (Azur Lane) relaxing at Verny Park. Just sitting, enjoying her time, if with some slight confusion. She’s done well for me after this trip, and prior to the blog post. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS McCall having her ice cream moment, hours after I had enjoyed my own round of ice cream. USS Dewey wandered off to do her own thing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Nice to have caught USS Saratoga roaming around. (I still admire KanColle’s Saratoga over Azur Lane’s, but I have to still pay my respect to Saratoga in some way after badmouthing her a lot on Twitter\/X.<\/em>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Ticonderoga roaming around the ‘Hemi Gate Wharf Site’. She’s apparently heading off to investigate where I had initially been to make sure everything is safe. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I-13 stated she desired to troll me further, had she had done previously when I was unable to obtain her via construction for days, weeks, and maybe months. She’s a real troll. She desired to drag me into the water with her. She even noted how blue the sky was earlier, and how it’s still blue prior to the slowly setting sun. She also spotted the same moon I had spotted earlier.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I-58 being more aloof. In her own bubble doing her own thing. Just doing loops in the area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I-25 taking things slowly, casually, admiring the the calm mood in the area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Hammann roaming around, teaseful and angry as she always is…. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Nicholas being her adorable self. She noted she’s taking a quick stroll prior to heading to Yokosuka mall (COASKA) for a limited edition pillow and blanket. From there, she desired to head back to her dorm to “rest up” with a few games.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Stanly. Hopping around like a little bunny. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Charles Ausburne being overly happy for the type of day, probably because of the Azur Lane collaboration going on in the area. Valentines Day Azur Lane event.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Chitose having a brief relaxing moment in the area. Coming and going, if briefly taking a rest. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Side-note:<\/strong> I realized far too late I had multiple opportunities to capture Chitose at Sapporo’s New-Chitose airport. Missed opportunity. Shall there be a next time?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Chiyoda, on the other hand, admires being “floaty”. Attempting to float above JS Izumo, even if she’s doing a bit of perspective magic tricks.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A place to place your bike wheel to give off an illusion of a wooden steering wheel. Neat. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Bremerton swiftly passing through before heading into COASKA for some KFC food, and other treats only shipgirls know of.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Bunker Hill passing through. Not much for words. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Wasp buzzing through, a short distance behind USS Bunker Hill.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– It was neat seeing the piano being wrapped up, locked up, and placed into storage mode. This was done before I went up the hill, coming back down, and through this area. Looking back at this park is awesome.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It was finally time to head to my last destination, the main one I had initially desired to for my other visits. I ventured back the way I came, back onto Dobuita-Dori street to pay a visit to ‘Jack Shell’, a military appearing area with military food types. Military surplus type of food displays, etc. I was shy at first, now gaining the courage to finally eat there, especially for Azur Lane stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jack Shell:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time to eat again, this time for Azur Lane USS Independence vibes! She was hiding, she however was there, and I’m amused by the navy theme. Makes me curious if any other Azur Lane people visited this place, or just myself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– I’m actually amused we actually eat on the flight deck tables. Neat concept.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Very military pub like, as I’ve seen in various US Military movies, and Anime. I felt out of place, but it had to be done. The two guys talking in English. The guy in the ‘Salty Crew’ shirt cursing every few words with “fuck this, Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck”… Every other word, 5th, or 10th word is the “fuck” word. Typical North American behaviour. Made me laugh.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A skewed warship on the top shelving.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– My Coke and Yuudachi going “Poi!”<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– USS Independence from Azur Lane, at Jack Shell, in Yokosuka. World of Warships themed? Neat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I’m not a big fan of World of Warships, but I do admire the warships and the collaborations. The world is painfully sandboxy, unforgiving, and simply boringly restrictive. It stunts every other game out there, even preventing more singleplayer navy games (of the ‘Silent Hunter 3’ variety) from being made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

War Thunder is the same, if better, but not by much. Everything is stunted by both World of Warships and War Thunder, and I hate the both of them for destroying the navy genre. I wish we had more proper singleplayer navy games, especially ones which add in Canadians without tantrums and whining. No excuses. Everybody who actually partook in both World War 1 and World War 2 should be added regardless of the reasonings. Excuses = laziness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I observed more of the area, eventually getting called over to be asked a question. I sadly didn’t understand the question, blindly stating I was from Canada, Ottawa, and I’m here for Azur Lane. The guy laughed, and I felt humiliated. It was one of those obnoxious laughs, and even the server lady laughed when he told her. I felt angry, annoyed. It ruined the rest of my stay there. I felt more reluctant to talk because of the open laughter about my miscommunication….. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I sat down, even seeing my hamburger being placed on the flight deck table. Happy, I went to eat the burger. Slowly, yet happily. The burger’s size even amazed me with how massive it was, especially with how usually tiny they are in Canada. Even in specialized burger joints. Maybe not a place like ‘Summer Haze’, or ‘St Louis Bar and Grill’, but other places yes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– The burger, fries, and drink. The mood was awesome.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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I would continue to sit there, slowly eating. Taking my time, using Twitter\/X, and even listening to what the guy speaking English was saying. Always cursing, a few times going to the restroom, and even talking about an ‘EFW Meeting’, and other possible navy related tasks. Constantly talking about his workplace, meetings, and other curious matters. Similar types of matters I’ve heard military folks in Canada talk about while taking a ferry between Vancouver and Vancouver Island. Fun stories from military folks. Similar stories while also on a plane from Vancouver to Ottawa relating to the military back in 2023 on an Air Canada flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Requests were also being made by the patrons of the area, even having music requests, and TV requests. Was interesting seeing such a thing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was eventually asked if I’m feeling well. I’m apparently eating my burger too slowly, to which I noted it’s fine. I couldn’t note, at the time, I was feeling frustrated I had to fly back to a depressing Canada. I didn’t want to go back, but I had to go back. I wanted to stay in this place for a little while longer before I had to eventually take my time to head back. I was eating slowly because I desired to stretch my time in Japan all that much longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– I stumbled across my friend, Rally666, even beating him in PVP. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I would also Google up news about Ottawa finding out Ottawa was being dumb. Constantly blaming the wrong groups of people, hating on normal people, spreading false news and narratives, something which would prop up Japan as a far better nation to be in than a Dictatorship-desiring Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canada is so depressing, and I didn’t want to go back to a Liberal-run nation. I didn’t want to go back to Trudeau’s attempt at China and North Korean dictatorship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I paid, obtained my stamp, and even obtained HMS Formidable’s cards. I was happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– My final ink stamp for Azur Lane’s Valentine’s Festival in Yokosuka. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The female staff member of the Jack Shell even noted, in brief terms, what I was doing, and why I was here. About what Azur Lane is, and how the collaboration is tied to Azur Lane. Layman terms explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other than the brief humiliation, laughter, and embarrassment earlier, my time here was 95% awesome. I admired seeing the navy stuff, the connection between Yokosuka and this place, and how USS Independence was hiding away in the corner doing her own thing. Everything else was awesome. Eavesdropping on the English speaker (amused by his use of “fuck”), and how stories people had to openly share. A brief slice-of-life into Japan, if on a slight crueler side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I had to slowly make my way back to Ueno, if on a somewhat happy, if depressing note wishing, desiring I could stay in Japan for a few more days, weeks, or a month. I wish I could have properly stayed in Japan longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Roaming the nightly sidewalks of Yokosuka. Yes, I’m heading one final time to Verny Park while heading towards Yokosuka Station. I desired to take Yokosuka Station back to Ueno.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Beautiful illuminations of Yokosuka, and Japan. Japan is beautiful for these simple illuminated touches.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Various hedges in Verny Park being lit up.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Making note of Verny Park at night, even if a person was staring back at me in curiousity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Genuinely admiring the nightly vibes in this place. The lights, the pathway, and how everything set up. It would be perfect for a Japanese created VRChat world. Verny park would be perfect for VRChat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The various illuminated parts of Verny Park. Magical, beuatiful.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Beautiful. I love how this feels in person, something which is a bit hard to put into words. Very scenic.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Looking back at COASKA. This park is very beautiful, and I love it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Both the park and navy vessels are lit up.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– These vessels may not be in festive lighting, they’re however neatly lit up, something I can only see in navy Anime. This is such a beautiful sight to see, and I’m glad I was rewarded in seeing this.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I wish other vessels were lit up. Only the Japanese vessels are. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Such a neat atmospheric mood. Admiring the vibe.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I went to the furthest corner I could, even further behind the nearby cabin to capture this image, something I highly admire. A nightly view of a relaxing JS Izumo. Beautifully lit up.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The nightly mood is beautiful.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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I’m unsure if Yokosuka’s deities were starting to cry for me because I was supposed to leave for tomorrow for, I’ll however perceive it as such for blogging and travel flair purposes. I’ll believe in the thought the Japanese Gods and Deities were feeling some sort of emotions for me leaving tomorrow. They started crying early on the night prior to my flight, and into tomorrow. I’ll happily be narcissistic in this thought, nobody else has for me. Nobody openly joked about it in a positive light, or had noted this rainy event. I might as well be a little arrogant, priding myself in this little poetic moment in Japan. My last brief happy moment before I had to leave. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A little navy-rain moment for myself, especially amongst the Japanese gods during this moment. Being rained on, in my own moment, and my final day. Poetic. I wouldn’t be surprised if “Kitsune” were involved, would make things more amusing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Imagining a rainy, nightly Animal Crossing BGM playing here. A moment for myself.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Rainy moment for USS Shoup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– People either vacated, or used umbrellas. I was one of the few people in the area taking in my last few moments of Yokosuka prior to taking the train back. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Beautiful rainy moment in Yokosuka.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The call to return back to Canada is calling out to me, as much as I do not desire to answer that summoning. I don’t want to back to Canada! *cries*.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– *Tears in my eyes* – I don’t want to go back to Canada! I want to stay in this beautiful land of Japan! Even if it’s an illusion, it’s far better than what I had to deal with back in Canada. Look at the nightly beauty! I’ve never see a park like this in Ottawa. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– *Stares*.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Even when it’s rainy it still somehow ends up beautiful. Probably how parks are designed….<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A look back the way I came, on numerous occassions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Well, as much as I hate to, I have to finally take a train back to Ueno via Yokosuka Station. Saddened, depressed, and probably the cause for slightly smudging up the ink on my Azur Lane ink sheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shiori Station:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time to take my slow train ride back to Ueno by going through Shiori Station to Tatsuka, and Ofuna to Ueno Station. I would transfer at Ofuna instead to take me to Ueno, not Tatsuka. The train also suffered a delay causing the train to be delayed in various ways, probably because a person jumped onto the track to delete themselves from life. Suicide, possibly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Tall grass growing on an unused track at Shiori Station. JS Izumo can be seen in the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– The other side of the platform, the active side, with stationary trains.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– JO to Ueno Line. Yokosuka Line to Ueno-Tokyo Line. Yokosuka to Totsuka, Totsuka to Ueno.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Shiori Station to Tatsuka, Tatsuka to Ueno Station, a 1 hour and 22 min ride.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I admire this sort of station announcement. Yokosuka to Totsuka, then transfer to Ueno line. I could also stop at Ofuna, something I could have also done.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Oh, Princess Connect, a game you can’t play in the Western world anymore because Crunchyroll hates Anime. Ironic, I know. They handle Anime, they however refuse to allow Western consumers to consume proper Anime. Everything has to be watered down, censored, etc. It’s awesome seeing this on Japanese trains.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– I became slightly impatient jumping onto an Ueno line train at Ofuna, not Tatsuka. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Kamakura Station, a lovely area to be at! The lovely, nostalgic memories of the area.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Ueno-Tokyo Line facing delays.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– A person jumped onto a track, most likely. Taking their own lives. Shame.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– To Kagohara. Transfering to my Ueno-Tokyo line train.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Playing Azur Lane on the train back to Tokyo. Happily allowed Drake to have her ‘Fate Simulation’ to further progress her as a shipgirl. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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I would continue to happily play both Azur Lane and Blue Archive until I arrived safely in Ueno. Catching up on my dailies, especially with the pressure of timezones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once I arrived at Ueno I would take the slowest walk back to my hotel I ever had done. Just slowly taking everything in, admiring everything. Just observing everything, admiring the sights, the sounds. Feeling the scenery, the beeps of the pedestrian walkways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Admiring everything about Ueno. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– Taking an intentionally lengthy detour back to my hotel. Even stopping at a nearby Konbini for beer, food, and necessities. I also stopped by a vending machine for an additional drink.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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– My KanColle loot on the left (Yesterday), and my Azur Lane loot from today, all combined as one. Happily admiring my navy spoils of both KanColle (Yokohama) and Azur Lane (Yokosuka). <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I’m happy about Japan, if saddened by the fact I had to return to a third-world-desiring Canada with a dictator-wannabe of a Prime Minister and political party. I don’t want to go back to Canada! I want to stay in Japan! Other people would behave the way I had, especially when your home country would intentionally sabotage not only the country itself, but the people within reducing them to homeless citizens. If you were me you would desire a real Canada, a Conservative Canada, something Japan is, if in a Liberal party leaning to the right. I admire how everything is far more common sense in Japan, something it was in Europe, if actively sabotaged by political corruption. I desired to also stay because of strong Anime influences, the same ones created by Japan. It felt like a dream, and I desired to have stayed in that beautiful dream with overly kind people, properly functioning trains, proper Konbini, and a properly respectful hobby sharing. Proper festivals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I basically drank two beers, one bottle of water, and called it a night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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– Hotel Harbour – HMS Formidable, with KanColle stickers from Yokohama. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mission Accomplished! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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