I think it is time for a report on shopping. I told my husband, Ace, before I left for Japan that I really did not plan on purchasing much. A few items for my classrom was all I had planned on bringing home. Well, yesterday I had to out and buy a second suitcase. My new friend, Kathryn. and I hit the jackpot last night when we discovered an antique shop. I bought old games, dolls, maiko shoes, and even a pillow made for a geisha. (Anyone see Memoirs of a Geisha?) From there we stocked up on gifts from the 100 Yen store. Our last stop for the evening was at a department store near our hotel that sells exquisite dishes, bowls, and plates. Since I have no room in my suitcase for any dishes, I had to be satisfied with just taking pictures of things I would like to buy.