Turning Japanese ( I really think so...)

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I would like to share neat things about this store that I (we) found just around the corner. Personally, I would really like to go to Japan, if given the chance and the resources, but as for the moment I just have to show a little bit of our version of little 'tokyo' here in San Diego.

The name of the store is Mitsuwa. I have been in and out of this store for several times for many reasons, well, some were to get my 'pocky' or grab a bottle of 'Calpico'. I found the store as cute as it can be. A glimpse of Japan it is! I find their 'mini' eatery very neat as well. If you decide to eat there, there's a huge menu, a real- like food, just in case you want to make sure what you are ordering. Another thing, a lot of Japanese are coming (obviously) there for a lunch also or for a grocery each day. Some of them likes to dress up like 'harajuku' or this 'anime' look (brave enough) but most of them are just there to hang out or just for anything, like me. I also see a lot of different people, name it, different nationalities too!

Before you go, I would like to acknowledge the fact that I have been awhile for some time. I haven't had any escapade lately. Well except that I was just really busy working. And I can't really share it here since it's just randomly boring for me.

Again, Ari- ga- to!

La Pinata Restaurant, Old Town San Diego

First of all, I don't know how to put tilde on the letter N to the word Pinata. It should be read as pin-ya-ta. The La Pinata is the oldest restaurant in Old Town, San Diego. Trust me, had to ask few people where to find it. The restaurant is located away from the Old Town's main attractions. But when you get there, it's all worth it. The food is really good! At least 2- 3 bucks difference from other restaurants in Old Town. The servers asks you first where you want to be seated. "Do you want outside or inside?". I prefer staying out of the sun. The place is cozy. The Mexican music in the background makes you want to dance. The music sets you into the mood like you are in Mexico. I also like the playful pinatas hanging on the ceiling. The colorful chairs and tables are cool to the eyes; they make you order for more lemonade. "Do you like chips or quesadilla?" The lady asked as I was checking their menu. "Quesadilla please", I answered. They let you munch for a bit while waiting for your food.

Inside "The La Pinata"

Cheese Quesadilla

Super Nachos