Chapter 45: Asia XI
5:50 pm (USA time: 5:50 am) in Kanagawa, and our heroes fly above the state.
"Kanagawa is actually in Japan. Over the years, Japan has become one of the most interesting countries in the world. Its unique culture, great food, and technological edge have fascinated and inspired the rest of the world. Raw horse meat is a popular entree in Japan. Sliced thinly and eaten raw, it is called basashi. Japan has the second-lowest homicide rate globally but is also home to the extremely mysterious suicide forest, aokigahara. Animated Japanese films and television shows (.i.e.: Anime) account for 60% of the world's animation-based entertainment. So successful is animation in Japan that there are almost 130 voice-acting schools in the country," said Amy.
"I used to watch anime! They inspired me to make wonderful outfits," said Tikal with joy.
"Raw Horse Meat?! Is it good for their stomachs," said Sonic, worried.
"I am glad that I'm on a diet," said Cream.
"So, where is the battery at," said Knuckles, asking.
"The Great Buddha of Kamakura," said Tails.
Amy then reads through her book and says, "The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha. He is one of the Five Wisdom Buddhas. "Amida" is the Japanese form of the Sanskrit "Amita," meaning "Immeasurable One." According to the Azumakagami, a chronicle describing the achievements of the Kamakura Shogunate from the late 12th century through the mid-13th century, construction of the Great Buddha began in 1252. It is also believed that the priest Joko gathered donations from the people to build it. However, much remains unclear about the specifics of the Great Buddha's construction, and the artist has yet to be identified."
"And there it is. I'll find a place to land the plane."
6 pm (USA time: 6 am) as Team Sonic reaches the statue.
"The battery is on the chest of the statue," said Tails.
Then the Team looked at the statue and saw a 2ft battery in a 2ft plug on its chest.
"Are you sure the Amitabha Buddha is a he," said Knuckles, worried.
"Knux, show some respect. Buddhism may not be my religion, but you still got to show some respect and be ok with any religion people chose to follow," said Sonic.
"I'm not getting the battery this time," said Amy.
"Me either," said Tikal.
"Fine, I'll do it," said Cream, who flies to the battery.
As Cream disables the battery and plug, Tails said with amazement, "she's so daring, although she's so young."
Then Cheese gets into Tails' arms and looks up at him.
As Tails holds Cheese in his arms, Tails said to him, "is she always this daring?"
After Cheese nods yes, Cream comes back with the battery and plug in her hands.
"I don't get why you guys don't want to do it," said Cream.
"We'll tell you when you're older," said Tikal.
"Anyway, let's find a hotel," said Knuckles.
6:08 pm (USA time: 6:08 am) at Kamakura Prince Hotel, Team Sonic is having dinner near the pool.
"Come on, Sonic. Try the sushi. Salmon is delicious," said Amy.
"Ok," said Sonic, eats the whole salmon sushi.
He then smiles in glee.
"Japan sure knows how to entrain people while making food," said Cream, watching a chef entrain while making food.
"They even have great souvenirs that I can't find the right one to take," said Tikal.
"How about this," said Knuckles, takes out an orange Sensu(folding fan).
"Knux! It's beautiful."
"I finally got the location for the ray in Asia. It's in China, and it's the last state we have for Asia," said Tails.
"Alright," said Sonic, with happiness.
"It will take us; 3 hours and 7 minutes to get there. We'll leave at 9 am, after breakfast."