Nick you have my deepest sympathy ;) I mean ... congratulations! There was a few bets going on before you left for Japan that your would probably get married or become the first red headed sumo wrestler or become a wise old Samurai or get a sex change and become the first male member of the 5 6 7 8's. Thankfully (I think) it was the former and none of the latters.

Unfortuanatly I won't be joining you for the big event, but I am sure your popularity will ensure a big attendance and fantabulous celebration. I am sure many a saki (spelling?) will be downed on the merry occasion.
 

Thanks a bunch. I hope you didn't put your money on the sex change.
The party should be fun; got about 100 folks coming so i'm sure there will be many a sake! downed. cheers