Yesterday one of my students who often travels to Tokyo delivered one of my favorite souvenirs in Japan – Tokyo Banana. It is kind of like a small sponge cake, filled with banana cream. It’s the closest thing I have ever had to a Banana Cream Pie in Japan. I’m not sure why anybody ever thought of Tokyo selling Tokyo Banana – there are not really any banana trees in Tokyo. Maybe they needed a distinctive souvenir that other cities didn’t have. Lots of people go to Tokyo on business or to see family, so I guess it made sense.
Anyway, these things are delicious. I’ve been snacking on them last night and this morning and it is hard to stop.
Tonight after work I’m meeting the Denya master for drinks. He’s got every Tuesday off, so it is a little difficult to meet on the weekends. I’m not sure what the plan is, but it’s a school night for me so I don’t think it will be a crazy party. At least I hope not…
