Cherry Blossom Festival (May 4-6)

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Who: EVERYONE
Where: Central Park (Capricorn Ward)
Summary: Open - Post-event log for everyone!
Warnings: Nothing

The battle was over, and the city was busy licking its wounds and trying to repair for the next few days. Amidst all of this commotion, however, Golden Week continued and with it, the weekend and next Monday was a day off to enjoy the Cherry Blossoms. And despite the fighting that had been going on, Hinito-Ri continued to adapt, and enjoy what little time that they could.

After all, fighting for such beauty did make you a lot more appreciative of it.



Tens of thousands of trees dotted the park's landscape, but it was the Cherry trees that were the stars of the weekend, the pink petals creating a heavenly smell only enhanced by the small stalls that were busy selling hot yakitori (grilled chicken on sticks), takoyaki (octopus balls on sticks), shioyaki (Salty grilled sea bream on sticks ) and kakigori (Shaved ice with syrup, not on a stick).

The prime picnic places were being taken and families grouped together to eat homemade lunches and bento, but there were still many spots and trees to go under should you wish to do so with friends. Townsmen would nod towards you, knowing that you had helped last week, young couples walked hand in hand, and many young students sat under the trees, reading books or playing games.

In the central area, Shinto monks had set up a O-Mikuji area, where you could-- for a mere 10 yen-- hope that questions on love, family or fortune would befall you favorably.

The danger had passed for now. Life continued to flourish.

Enjoy it well.

[OOC - And don't forget to add your character's tag!]

Comments

[all_wound_up]

Are they expensive? I've never gone shopping for a yukata before...

[gigglesnortpriestess]

Well, it depends on what kind you want; they vary like that.

[Wasn't there a place somewhere selling them?]

I think there's a place in the park set up for it actually.

[all_wound_up]

Is there?

[Nano lights right up at that.]

Do you think you could help me pick one out that would suit me?

[gigglesnortpriestess]

[It must be important to her if that's her reaction. Kind of like an honor.]

Of course I will.

[all_wound_up]

Thank you, Yukiko-san!

[Nano's all giggles and blushes as she walks along with Yukiko, letting her lead the way. There might be a little more to this yukata thing than just never having owned one before.]

[gigglesnortpriestess]

There's no need for thanks, you're my friend.

[Gods Nano, why are you so cute?!]

[all_wound_up]

[She was programmed that way!]

I still appreciate it. I wouldn't know where to start if I went by myself. There's just so much to think about! The pattern, and getting a good obi, and I don't even know how to put one on...

[gigglesnortpriestess]

We'll see when we get there. As for putting it on, I'll show you.

[Because every girl needs at least one good one in their wardrobe.]

[all_wound_up]

I hope we find one that looks good on me.

[gigglesnortpriestess]

I know we will.

[Hey, positive thinking did do wonders at times.]

[all_wound_up]

[And hey, there's the kimono vendor up ahead.]

Yukiko-san, look!

[Nano points, taking her friend by the hand and excitedly dragging her over.]

They're all so beautiful!

[gigglesnortpriestess]

[It was like a kid in a candy store and she wouldn't be surprised if Nano wanted all of them. Yukiko would help but the one who's better with colors is Chie; she's the one who made red feel like her natural color after all.

Hmm, maybe ask the yukata seller what would be good for a first one...]

[all_wound_up]

[Nano spends a few minutes just looking around at all of the different colors and designs, eventually moving on to holding up the sleeves of various individual yukatas to see how they might look on her.]

Oh, this one is cute...!

[It's a pretty standard pink floral design. Nano takes it from the hanger, holding it out in front of her and turning to Yukiko.]

What do you think? I love the color and the design, but is it a little too childish looking...? Maybe a darker color would be better...

[She holds a second one up next.]

This one looks more mature, doesn't it?

[gigglesnortpriestess]

In the long run, it depends on what you like. A yukata is something that shows who you are; what defines you as a sort.

[When did shopping get so deep?]

[all_wound_up]

[When she decided that the yukata was the best way to impress the boy she has a crush on.]

Hmmmmm... so it's the most important to just be myself?

[Nano looks between the two yukata before selecting the first one.]

I think this one is better, then.

[gigglesnortpriestess]

[He'll love her for her. That's enough.]

Alright, we'll take this one. I think there's a changing room that we can use too.

[all_wound_up]

Oh, you're right!

[Nano hugs the yukata close, fidgeting nervously.]

Um... will you help me put it on, Yukiko-san?