We have an extra long day today. By that, I mean we will get back to San Francisco half a day before we leave.
It will also be a long travel day.
Bus
One of the first serendipitous fortunes that we have had while traveling happened just now.
Owen and I were prepared to lug our bags down the streets of Tokyo , invade people’s space on the subway with our stuff, then rattle our way on the train out to Narita International.
As we stepped out the door of our hotel into the heat of Japan’s summer, an airport shuttle bus was just getting ready to pull away.
I asked the driver if it would be possible to catch a ride. He made a call. I was fairly sure we were out if luck. Owen and I took odds. He agreed that it was implausible. After a lengthy conversation on the radio, the driver said, “Ok”.
We made a couple stops at nearby hotels, he helped me buy tickets at Shinjuku station and now we are on our way. We are cool, comfortable customers.
As a bonus, the bus drive also provides some nice views.
Getting to the airport early has been great. I have time for a last sushi lunch and a bit more shopping to spend my remaining Yen.
Flight
Thank you for a wonderful trip country of Japan