A Touch of History

A day after our trip to Yatsugatake, we went to Matsumoto. It's one of the most popular cities for tourists in Japan because of its rich history and a lot of nice places to visit.

Outfit of the day: Fun Casual (Pink Vans Kicks, F21 Tank Top, Shorts, Black Stockings, Mickey Jacket, Coach Sling Bag, Baseball Cap, Sunglasses From XOXO in Shibuya 109)

and I feel like a child too haha

Before heading to Matsumoto, we chose to have fun first along the way; so we stopped by Sojiri for go-karting and a walk at the park.

 Tita, Cuz, and I

fun!:)

 Spring!

fter Sojiri, we proceeded to the Matsumoto Castle. It's one of the four castles identified as "National Treasures of Japan" and oldest castle donjon remaining, which was constructed in 1592. Wow, that's history! Unfortunately, I wasn't able to go inside the castle since we didn't have much time; but the view outside was more than enough. By the way, thanks to Instagram's photo filters.

ready to walk!:)) 

they said the water from this fountain heals 

macha = green tea -> having my "macha" ice cream :)

 so picturesque! 

i love this pic!:)

Then we went shopping in Parco but we weren't able to buy anything. Instead, my little cousin and I entered the mini "trick art" museum. After that, we did real shopping in Don Quixote, which is one of my favorite shops in Japan because of cheap but good stuff it has. We also bought toys for my cousin at Toys R Us. We ended the day with a yakitori dinner.:)

 no matter how I rotate this photo, it's still posted this way. pls. just tilt your heads :p

 cute Hello Kitty suitcases in Don Quixote

the only thing I was able to buy that day haha

 interesting ipad/iphone/ipod game!

 I wanna try this one!

 yakitori place :)

And that ends our family's Golden Week bonding.:)