Cat cafe

Today is Monday and we took a packed train to Ikebukuro. Because we got on the train after 10am, it was not as packed as it would have been earlier in the morning during rush hour. There wasn't anyone pushing us to get on the train with a pole like you see on the ads. However you can see from the pictures it was still pretty crowded.I wish I could have filmed rush hour in Tokyo to show you how busy it gets, but that would have meant me getting up early so bad luck!!
After a short train ride, we caught up with Maiko. She used to teach Japanese at South Oakleigh SC and lived with us for a year. She is currently teaching English in Japan, and seems to be enjoying her job. After a few hugs, we all headed to a Cat Cafe in Ikebukuro.

　

At the entrance, you are given a card with the entry time on it. It costs 200 yen ($2.50) for every 10 mins you stay.There were about 12 - 15 cats and you can pat them, while enjoying a coffee, tea or soft drink. There were also copies of the latest magazines and comic books. We spent 50mins patting cats and taking photos. I could easily have spent all day there but I suppose there are other places to visit in Tokyo.