for part 2! the futon i bought at olympic. about the cheapest i could find (¥3980), unless i get the kids set... which i really wanted to. and the pillow was mighty expensive, thought that since mom wanted it as a souvenie, might as well splurge a little... (¥1980). as well as the pillowcase (¥398). GAAh. feels like i was cheated a bit. blanket is the silk one from china. ooooohh my best companion.

here's my rice cooker from the recycled shop too. it can cook rice and steam stuff, and all you need to do is put it in a microwave oven. simple! (¥600!)

even comes with measuring cup and scoop.