They probably would have continued at a stand-off like this for who knows how long if Tameko hadn't suddenly flinched as he was struck by realization, and then slapped his hand to his forehead.  DUH!  He'd forgotten the most obvious part!  Shaking his head sheepishly, he took a few steps closer to Sarah and offered her his hand.  "Ah, I didn't mention, b-but, um...  M... My name's... Tameko..."