It has always been my dream to explore the world, hence, I want to continue to pursue this dream of mine and fulfill my happiness by visiting Japan someday and seeing its beauty which I often see in photos and videos only.
At last! It happened! It was my first time ever and it was undoubtedly a beautiful country! Autumn season was just about to begin when my friends and I went to Japan for vacation. We stayed there from October 22, 2019 to October 28, 2019.
- Weather at daytime: 20°C – 24°C
- Weather at nighttime: 17°C – 19°C
October 22, 2019 – NAIA TO KANSAI AIRPORT
Our departure time from NAIA was at 2:55 PM and our arrival to Kansai Airport was at 8:05 PM (Japan is an hour ahead of Philippines).
Living in the Philippines (a tropical country) and leaving for Japan, I wore something comfortable and lightweight garments but provide covering for the arms and legs.
OOTD:
- White turtleneck longsleeve top from Lazada (website: https://www.lazada.com.ph/wow/camp/lazada/megascenario/ph/11-11/teasing/?exlaz=d_1:mm_150050845_51350203_2010350203::11:106825878!5824276038!lazada!e!kwd-19342147066!c&exlaz=d_1:mm_150050845_51350203_2010350203::11:106825878!5824276038!lazada!e!kwd-19342147066!c!!!!393369089889&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI48-HnP_R5QIV3YVaBR1_YA1iEAAYASAAEgLwKvD_BwE
- Pink ripped pants – A short story behind my DIY ripped pants, It was one of my favorite apparels during that time because of its unique color but after the first time I wore my pants, it got stained! So I tried fixing it by “ripping” it. Haha!
- White sneakers from Adidas Stan Smith
- White and gray crossbody bag from Kate Spade
October 23, 2019 – KYOTO
The schedule for our official first day in Japan was mostly to visit shrines and temples, so I decided to wear a dress. *excited*
OOTD:
- Pink floral headscarf from Anstylish Co. (instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anstylishco/?hl=en)
- Pink floral dress from Cotton on
- Brown boots from Payless
- Brown belt bag from Steve Madden
- Brown scarf
Itinerary:
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Yasaka Pagoda
- Starbucks, Ninenzaka
October 24, 2019 – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS
Finally! It was our USJ day! We woke up, prepared and left early. *more excited* After a while the rain started to pour and we were in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Thankfully, I wore something thick outer garment but comfortable inner ones so it was hassle-free.
OOTD:
- Houndstooth coat from Woolcoatsph (instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woolcoatsph/?hl=en)
- White shortsleeve top
- Black leggings
- White sneakers from Adidas Stan Smith
- White and gray crossbody bag from Kate spade
October 25, 2019 – OSAKA
It was time to see the Glico running man, one of the most popular landmarks in Dotonbori, try Japanese authentic food and experience night market/night out in Shinsaibashi! Haha!
Since oversized tops are so in nowadays, I asked and borrowed some from my mom! 😉
OOTD:
- Mom’s red oversized turtleneck longsleeve top
- Black shorts
- Black stockings from Shopee (website: https://shopee.ph/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6N_dnv_R5QIVDHiGCh09sQZHEAAYASAAEgJBffD_BwE)
- Brown boots from Payless
- Red headscarf from Anstylish Co. (instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anstylishco/?hl=en)
- Brown crossbody bag from Steve Madden
Itinerary:
- Shitennoji Temple
- Dotonbori
- Shinsaibashi
- Hozenji Temple
October 26, 2019 – OSAKA
Another day well spent from the “Land of the Rising Sun”, another oversized top was borrowed from my mom. Haha! I believe that brown is one of the clothing colors for autumn.
OOTD:
- Mom’s brown oversized crew neck fur longsleeve top
- Leggings
- Brown boots from Payless
- Brown crossbody bag from Steve Madden
Itinerary:
- Osaka Castle
- Umeda Sky Building
- Umekita Plaza
- Amerikamura
October 27, 2019 – NARA and OSAKA
Since Christmas is just around the corner, “Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer.. Had a very shiny nose..” Haha! Time to feed the deers not reindeers though. I just want to include that song, sorry to confuse you, my dear.
OOTD:
- Gray pumpkin hat from Shopee (website: https://shopee.ph/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6N_dnv_R5QIVDHiGCh09sQZHEAAYASAAEgJBffD_BwE)
- Black tube
- Black leather jacket from Shopee (website: https://shopee.ph/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6N_dnv_R5QIVDHiGCh09sQZHEAAYASAAEgJBffD_BwE)
- Gray checkered pants
- White sneakers from Adidas Stan Smith
- White and gray crossbody bag from Kate Spade
Itinerary:
- Nara Park
- Dotonbori
- Shinsaibashi
October 28, 2019: KANSAI AIRPORT TO NAIA
” I’m going home, back to the place where I belong..” 😦 Lastly, for my airport outfit, I wore something relaxing and ready to sleep. Haha! Our departure time from Kansai Airport was at 9:35 PM and our arrival to NAIA was at 12:45 AM.
OOTD:
- Cream knit sweater from Forever 21
- Black leggings from Jockey
- White sneakers from Adidas Stan Smith
- White and gray crossbody bag from Kate Spade
You do not need to spend too much for your OOTDs, you can rewear your clothes and learn how to mix and match your outfits.
“Style and slay it, girl!”