After busy days for the New Year, I'm guessing I need a little break. I had a happy time with my family and relatives to celebrate the new year on the first day. So today I feel like staying at home to read books and blogs, then I might go out for a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
I got this video from my friend today. It's so nice that I want to share it with you.
These are Christmas decorations I found today. Although most Japanese are not Christians ( only 1 % ), we love Christmas. We hear Christmas songs in the shopping streets and see many Christmas decorations here and there.
As for my mother who goes to the local nursery care center once a week for day service, she's also looking forward to the Christmas party held in there on Christmas Eve.
In Japan the most popular Christmas food today is not turkey (We have no turkey in the shop),but Kentucky Fried Chicken. And the unique custom is eating Christmas cake decorated gorgeously with Santa Claus. Gifts are given to children. Happy time for many people, especially for kids.
I'll go to my friend's home for Christmas party tomorrow. We'll enjoy Christmas dinner (probably special hotpot) and exchange presents each other.
Soon after Christmas, Japanese change the mood to prepare for the New Year. The busiest time of the year.
Today a winter cold wind is blowing but some beautiful leaves still stick to the branch. To make your heart warm I want to share this funny youtube clip with you. I found it when I was browsing some blogs I follow. It's Simon's Cat in 'Santa Claws'. I don't have a cat but I can easily imagine how fun but at the same time troublesome my life could be with such a cat. Please enjoy it.