Our New House!
Mike and I moved into our new place yesterday morning which meant we spent most of Saturday packing and taking rests from packing. We did manage to fit in the ABs game though.
The move itself went pretty smoothly, much simpler than we expected! The serviced apartment we were leaving arranged two taxis to pick us (and our luggage) up at 10am and they both arrived, on time, driven by dudes in white gloves and caps. They loaded up all our luggage, drove us there and unloaded the luggage onto trolleys and offered to wheel it inside.
Then the lovely people at Ark Towers took over. They checked us in gave us a huge list of instructions and rules and regulations. Then we were escorted up to our room (luggage to follow) and given a complete rundown on the aircon, TV, phone and washing machine. Pity they didn't explain the Space Loo but I think Mike sussed that one later.
The service just got better when we realised I had forgotten one of our bags (a small one!). I went down to the front desk with the taxi receipt and the staff here called the taxi company for me. They said the taxi company would look for my bag and they would call back in an hour or so. Sure enough, 30 minutes later the front desk rings us and says the driver found my bag and will be dropping it off very soon! Excellent! Didn't even have to go find the driver and retrieve it myself. I love Japan!
As for our apartment, it's really lovely and is a lot more like "home" than the last place. It's pretty exciting having carpet after 13 months of polished wood floors in Hong Kong! It's a bit strange having a warm toilet seat waiting for you every time but luckily the flush is much more obvious. The wash and dry functions are fun for a giggle but I think I stick with regular loo paper, thanks.
There are so many more food options nearby, including Japanese and International food. Mike and I had Indian curry for lunch yesterday and then went to Aux Bacchanales for ham and cheese salad (me) and sauerkraut "with usual toppings." (Mike. The toppings were pork, sausages, potatoes..) My salad didn't arrive till long after Mike had finished eating though. In fact, I had to ask where it had gone! But then when they brought it out they were very apologetic and asked if I would like a drink on the house. I said, oh no thanks I'm OK with my water ... Next thing you know they're bringing Mike another beer and me a bottle of Perrier!
My most exciting find has been the book store which has a foreign books section, even if it is a bit small. Now you all know my new address, you can feel free to send me any books you don't want any more ... it's certainly hard to find good (cheap) books here!
The move itself went pretty smoothly, much simpler than we expected! The serviced apartment we were leaving arranged two taxis to pick us (and our luggage) up at 10am and they both arrived, on time, driven by dudes in white gloves and caps. They loaded up all our luggage, drove us there and unloaded the luggage onto trolleys and offered to wheel it inside.
Then the lovely people at Ark Towers took over. They checked us in gave us a huge list of instructions and rules and regulations. Then we were escorted up to our room (luggage to follow) and given a complete rundown on the aircon, TV, phone and washing machine. Pity they didn't explain the Space Loo but I think Mike sussed that one later.
The service just got better when we realised I had forgotten one of our bags (a small one!). I went down to the front desk with the taxi receipt and the staff here called the taxi company for me. They said the taxi company would look for my bag and they would call back in an hour or so. Sure enough, 30 minutes later the front desk rings us and says the driver found my bag and will be dropping it off very soon! Excellent! Didn't even have to go find the driver and retrieve it myself. I love Japan!
As for our apartment, it's really lovely and is a lot more like "home" than the last place. It's pretty exciting having carpet after 13 months of polished wood floors in Hong Kong! It's a bit strange having a warm toilet seat waiting for you every time but luckily the flush is much more obvious. The wash and dry functions are fun for a giggle but I think I stick with regular loo paper, thanks.
There are so many more food options nearby, including Japanese and International food. Mike and I had Indian curry for lunch yesterday and then went to Aux Bacchanales for ham and cheese salad (me) and sauerkraut "with usual toppings." (Mike. The toppings were pork, sausages, potatoes..) My salad didn't arrive till long after Mike had finished eating though. In fact, I had to ask where it had gone! But then when they brought it out they were very apologetic and asked if I would like a drink on the house. I said, oh no thanks I'm OK with my water ... Next thing you know they're bringing Mike another beer and me a bottle of Perrier!
My most exciting find has been the book store which has a foreign books section, even if it is a bit small. Now you all know my new address, you can feel free to send me any books you don't want any more ... it's certainly hard to find good (cheap) books here!
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