[ As expected of most East Wizards, Shinjiro certainly was not excited about the prospect of giant social gatherings. Dressing up is not exactly his favorite activity, nor does being the center of attention appeal to him whatsoever. But there's no option to opt out, so here he is, dressed up as meagerly as possible. Without that beanie to shadow his eyes, he at least seems somewhat less intimidating.

You can find him hanging near the balcony, leaning against the wall and peering out onto the floor with an obvious disgruntled look about him. He's not a dancer nor a socializer, so he's notably staying far, faraway from any fancily-dressed dignitaries. If you feel like chatting up a grumpy wallflower, however, he might oblige.

And when not off on his own in some secluded corner, Shinjiro can be found at the banquet table, although notably near all the Japanese foodstuffs. While he's nibbling here and there, he seems more intent on examining it, an intense look in his eyes as they rake over all the options. If you come close enough, you might even hear him mumbling to himself- ]

What'd they use to substitute this...?

[ The staff nearby almost seem nervous of his critical gaze, but they'll look away if noticed. Don't worry about it. ]

[ Shinjiro Aragaki is, notably, rarely ever up early. The early birds will have never seen him, and even in moments he is up at that time, he's not in a hurry to leave his room anytime soon. Some people have a consistent sleep schedule, and he certainly isn't one of them....Today, however, is an exception.

There's a sweet smell from the kitchen, in the early morning, and anyone who dares to approach will be met with the faint sound of pans sizzling and plates clattering. A peek in the door, and you'll be met with Shinjiro's back; a large bowl of batter on one side of the stove, and a small stack of pancakes on the other. While he's in the process of carefully flipping another one, he'll have noticed your presence, which is why his head turns in acknowledgement-

Those circles under his eyes are...especially dark. Almost like he didn't even sleep at all, but it doesn't stop him from grunting out a sort-of greeting. ]

If you wanna use the stove, you're gonna have to wait. 'S gonna take me a bit.