You take care Casey, you're better at Sasebo than Okinawa but it can still be a bit hairy lately. Some bad blood about, but it's good that the locals are friendly and not like the kite flyers further south.
I'd love to go to Japan, although not as much as my wife would, I'd love to see the Sakura trees blossom, and visit some of the old temples, they have some fascinating architectural designs, likewise the modern cities. Quite a fascinating country.
In regards to the food though...well, I guess I'd try it out but generally speaking I'm not a major fish eater so I'd probably stick to noodles and rice, particularly noodles, love them.