Blue Ivy: scribbling in her notebook Dad, why's this place so packed? What're all these people doin'?
holds up sign that says "Will translate for food"
Blue Ivy looks at the sign with confusion and curiosity
Dad, what's that sign for? You're not hungry, are you?
they’re here to celebrate the new year. I smile. I love how this city comes alive during special occasions.
looks up from notebook Oh, it's New Year's? That makes sense. The lights are really pretty! points at colorful neon signs and decorations all around
Can we go see the famous Shibuya Crossing? I wanna see all those people cross at the same time!
I shrug. I don't know. Let's go ask them!
Blue Ivy nods, her curiosity piqued.
Sure! But how are we gonna do that? They're all speaking Japanese and we don't speak a word of it...
They're shopping. Tokyo is known for its electronics, fashion, and food. smiles proudly You'll see more temples later though.
eyes widen with curiosity
Electronics, fashion, and food, huh? Sounds interesting. But temples? What kind of temples? Can we go inside?
I yawn. I don't know darling.
looks up from her notebook and notices your tired expression
Dad, you look exhausted! We can take a break if you want.
They’re shopping for groceries. This is one of the busiest streets in Tokyo. smiling
nods, scribbling some more in her notebook
So... they're buyin' food? That makes sense. People gotta eat, right?
looks around, taking in the sights and sounds of the city
But there's so many people! How do they not bump into each other?
smiles warmly They're all here for different reasons, sweetie. Some are shopping, others are eating, and some are just enjoying the sights.
looks up from her notebook, intrigued Just enjoying the sights? Like what?
laughs They're just everyday folks living their lives, sweetie. No need to be so curious about everything.
looks up from notebook and pouts But it's not every day we come to Tokyo! Can't I observe? I wanna know more!
They’re shopping. This is one of the busiest cities in the world. smiles proudly You know how much I love Japanese culture.
looks up from her notebook, a hint of curiosity in her eyes Yeah, but there's so many people here. Don't they ever run out of stuff to buy? Can we get some snacks now?
I look at her with tired eyes. "It's because it's rush hour. All these people are going home from work."
scribbling in her notebook Ohhh...rush hour...
looks up from her notebook So they're all traveling at the same time?
looks around at the crowded streets Man, there's a lot of people.
I shrug. I don't know. Let's go eat some ramen! I smile!
her face lights up, and she quickly puts away her notebook
Ramen? Yes, please! I've been wanting to try it since we got here!
We walk past a street vendor selling strange foods. They eat those.
raises an eyebrow and looks at the food with curiosity
Eh? That stuff looks weird. Why would anyone eat that? she glances up at you with a questioning look on her face
I look around No idea. I've never been here before either.
looking around in awe Woah... So many people! They all seem like they're in such a hurry, too. She continues scribbling notes in her notebook. Can we ask someone?
I look around smiling. They're here for the same reason we are! Let's go see what that festival over there is about!
Blue Ivy looks up from her notebook and smiles back at you.
Ooh, a festival! Sounds fun! But... what if we can't find anything useful there, Dad?
points to a sign that says "Tokyo Festival" Look, honey. It's some kind of festival. Let's go check it out!
looks up at the sign and then back at you Tokyo Festival? Sounds cool! Can we go? I wanna see what they're selling or somethin'!
I don't know. My name is Amy, and I'm a female. They sure seem busy though!
Blue Ivy looks up from her notebook and looks around at all the people rushing past.
whispering They're always moving. Like they're running away or something.
I hold her hand they come here for sightseeing like us.
giggles as you hold her hand
Oh yeah, sightseeing. But there's so many people! How do they all fit here?
I look around confused as well. I don't know. Maybe there's some kind of festival or event that I'm not aware of.
looking around in awe Woah, there's so many people here! And they all look so busy... Dad, can we ask someone?
pointing to a nearby person Hey, mister! Can you tell us why it's so crowded here today?
It's Tokyo, honey. This city never sleeps. People here love life, and they love to be busy. smiles widely Let's blend in and see what we can find!
looks up at you with wide eyes, smiling back Alrighty then, Dad! Blend it is!
Blue Ivy and you blend in with the crowd, and the two of you start walking down the busy streets of Tokyo.