Just got to Tokyo after a nice flight eating Sushi! But so far Sushi is not the only thing we eat here in Japan… The guys took me to some amazing restaurants where the food is just not like at home… never had a chicken that good before!!!

Hashi, the North kiteboarding distributor, picked me up and we drove through Tokyo before stopping in the next big city called Yokohoma. In the pic I join, you can see the hotel we stayed in, in the corner to the right. Not so bad Huh!?  It’s funny here, I had a walk around the city and it’s quite different than in Europe. People is really, really respectful, friendly and they treat me very well. Most of them are a bit shy tho, but I’ve been told by my teammates Jaime and Jeremie, who already have been here in previous years, that they are not so shy during the party… Still haven’t seen it.

Today the Japanese championship was held in the spot of Omaezaki long beach, so we drove there and had some sessions. The wind was blowing quite strong in the morning, had too much on my 9m and it was quite gusty… didn’t enjoy that much. But then it slightly turned and was quite steady, this time on my 7m and I enjoyed a lot riding with them all… I was invited to share some “Free session” heats with the finalists and it was well fun. Also had a wave heat in medium waves and I was the only stupid one with no surfboard.

Tonight will have one more delicious diner, and then I’ll study for hours before going to bed. Gotta assume my choice and take responsibilities now… After here, which is not finished yet as I have 2 more days then another visiting Tokyo, I’ll go back home to do some exams, and then a little trip with good friends in Zanzibar (Tanzania)… Really looking forward to this one!! will get a nice suntan!!

Cheers