Machine Madness
March 28, 2012Japan has always been synonymous with all things technological. From the nation's numerous electronic companies to their futuristic skylines, there is no doubt that Japan is one of the leading countries of the world in technological advancement. Of course this is common knowledge, but one never fully comprehends this fact until he or she has visited a Japanese city. When one does visit Japan, they find themselves in a land run and operated by machines.
As soon as I arrived in Fukuoka, I had to get to the Korean Consulate to drop off my visa application. They had just closed for lunch so I walked across the street to Hawks Town Mall, a new-ish shopping complex near the Yahoo! Japan Dome. I grabbed a quick bite to eat and tried desperately to avoid the adorable boutiques, as I knew I had no room in my already overweight suitcase. Wandering aimlessly, I found myself in an arcade. It must be noted here that Japanese arcades are of a totally different caliber than their Western counterparts. They are not just an outlet of entertainment here. Instead, they are a way of life.
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I think a talking toilet would kinda scare me actually...although having them make noises to disguise the noise of bodily functions is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteHaha.. totally agree. I was being a bit sarcastic. Will get in touch with you soon, Mike!
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