The Land of the Rising Sun - Day 1

Landing in Tokyo you already get that sense of efficiency this country runs on. Although a queue at customs it moved quickly and before you knew it we were on the train for an hours journey into the city.

Travelling as a party of three, one thing to note is that Western hotels in Japan tend to only accommodate two people so we were allocated two rooms.

Straight to Tokyo Tower, one of the tallest structures in Tokyo with a fantastic crepe stall outside featuring every topping imaginable - cheesecake, fudge brownie (even chicken curry)! Lovely gardens surrounding it with Giant Redwoods and stepping stones, you wouldn't think you were in the middle of a city.

For our evening meal we went to a Yoshinoya, a Japanese multinational fast food chain with a modern take on traditional rice bowls... it's motto is "tasty, low-priced and quick" Tried the sake which wasn't too bad, the cost for 3 bowls a beer and a sake - £16.