tokyo nightlife

strong zero lemon sour = semi-unconscious fun time

This video’s all over the place—but that pretty accurately captures the energy of those nights, so it's like you were there with me. It was my first time clubbing, and doing it solo made everything feel even more unexpected and surreal. Hope you enjoy watching the hecticity. sheesh i just made that word up. ok i just googled it, it's a real word. i'm tough.

Traveling is undeniably a blessing, and I’m super grateful for the opportunities I’ve had—past, present, and hopefully future. Lately, traveling has sparked a wave of self-reflection, prompting a chain of thoughts like “Who am I?” and “What was I made for?” Really, I don’t say it enough, but I am genuinely thankful for the situation I've been given. Still, I get the feeling that I’m meant for something more. At 20 years old, I feel more lost than I ever have before. Feeling like I have all the time in the world while feeling like I literally have no time. It's a strange and conflicting feeling oh-so similar to the everyday battles I face as a painfully indecisive person. As I embark on more quests, I hope I am able to actualize the idea of "Abel Akiu." While I don't inherently care about my so-called "legacy," I do want the memories surrounding my name to be associated with 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵