Travel: Japan – Osaka (Day 8 – aka: Going Out for a Bite to Eat)

I have an idea, let’s go find lunch/supper on the Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street the longest Arcade in Japan.

First, we walk, then take a train, followed by a bus.

This is followed by more walking until we come to the street we’re looking for. Aha! There it is. It’s time to walk a bit more.

Now what to eat?

First stop? Yeah. Sushi time! There’s a raw quail egg under all that smelt roe. Nice and rich. The bonus: those little orange eggs get caught in your teeth. Even after brushing your teeth, there’s a good chance you’ll find one or two still lodged up in there and have them for breakfast tomorrow.

That was the appetizer; from there, I moved further down the street and found this tasty dish. I’m not sure what to call it, but omelet works just fine. Pork on the inside with a tangy sauce.

After stopping in two different restaurants, I felt like this “Do not cross” sign was intimating something about my current condition.

After more wandering about, I head back to the hotel, via walking, bus, walking, train, and walking a little more.

5,222 steps and all the rides later, and I’m back at the hotel. I’m thinking that a little later, I will head back to Minori for another Açai Bowl.

As for the riding and walking, it is how you get anywhere. Sometimes, the trains are literally packed like sardines. You can’t even turn. Other times, they are almost empty. It depends on the time of day and where you are headed. The bonus: they are highly efficient. I’m impressed with Google Maps and its ability to even let you know if a train is running late and by how many minutes.

Tomorrow is Sunday and I’ve found a Catholic Church near by. They have an English language service, but I plan to attend the Japanese language one for the experience. Given the flow is very much like ours, I’m guessing I’ll have some idea as to what is being said. So, if I can find a church to attend in Osaka, Japan, you can certainly find one near you. No excuses (even if it is a Morning Prayer service and your priest is out galavanting around somewhere!)