Made oyakodon tonight.

It didn't turn out really great. probably cause i have been thawing the chicken in the fridge for like 4 days.  -cringe- Don't throw anything at me, neechan.  I stopped eating when it started tasting funny.  Other than that - less soy sauce/garlic, more onion.  and probably cook the rice with the rest for longer as well.  Considering I've never used a recipe, just some vague instructions from my okaasan, and it's only the second time I've made it, it could have been worse. 

Other than that, tonight has been occupied with planning my japan trip.  -sigh- So boring.  This is why I usually don't plan trips.  i prefer to chill and wander my way through.  But I have got most of the details down, just have to actually buy the tix and work up a budget and I'm good to go.  I'm thinking half of my paycheck should be fine.  I'm going to try to pack really lightly, but I'm debating exactly what to take.  I think I could manage with just my backpack and my brown bag for a week.  My laptop will most likely stay here, cause I don't want to haul it everywhere, despite that I have no clue how I will charge my ipod without it.  The most annoying part at the moment is trying to think in yen as opposed to won. 

I found this while looking for things on ESL cafe.  It's crazy and awesome.  It's this cat named Maru, who's very popular in Japan.  He likes boxes.

 I am going to take a shower now, then go to bed I think.  Or maybe do more email. Still have things to catch up on. (When don't i?)