I like these drawings. Sometimes they're better than photos for getting an idea of the place.

mmm donuts.

i'll be trying macha old fashioned as soon as possible...

hope this comes through, i tried to comment on yr last entry but it was lost.. (gist- nice ride, boohoo still snow here in iwate, but at least my bicycle insurance has finally paid..)

of all mega chains, mr d might be my favourite..

cheers
m

matt and simon - cheers. sorry to you and anyone else who's commented and it has taken a while for the comment to show or if it hasn't at all. despite my junk filter being at it's 'most aggresive', it appears my neighbours mute, 2 legged poodle could do a better job at keeping unwanted pests at bay. Anyone have any suggestions? (I use Movable type).

well done on the bike insurance Matt! I'm still hoping to come up in April by the way - I'll talk more to you in March about it though.....

yeah I agree about the drawings. like your style.. wish i had talent!

did you know macha old fashioned is a national phenomonen? Chikako told me she read that demand is oustripping supply 2.5:1. So I'll have to get up early to catch one!

Actually - on Friday's binge a woman in front of me in the queue bought 8 to take away. Mental. They are damned tasty but the mixture of macha cake followed by a swig of coffee is a bit odd!