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Neco-Chan and the Typewriter
Yes it has been awhile since I have posted anything, but ideally the schedule will slow now and I can start posting regularly again. Today’s post is about Sachan’s ballet recital which was last night. She did a really nice job. It will be several weeks until we get the professional photos but will post when they arrive.
Kamakura
Travel in Japan is always an adventure. Kamakura is an easy day trip from Tokyo. Express trains can have you hiking, checking out the diabutsu - Giant Buddha, or lounging on the beach in about an hour.
This account is from our visit there in August 2004 while my parents were visiting. It’s an interesting examination of cultural shock and differences.
Miyajima
Here is another travel themed tale. This tale is more about the ryokan…the first one we ever stayed at…than the island and its many attractions. A return trip to take in the rest of the island is still high on our To Do list. The island of Miyajima is considered to be one of the three most beautiful places in Japan. (I haven’t been to the other two, but Miyajima easily makes my list of one.) You have likely never heard of Miyajima, but you have probably seen its most famous sight: The floating otorii.
Exploring Kansai IV - Himeji-jo
Himeji is home to Japan’s most famous castle, Himeji-jo, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Himeji-jo is also known as the “White Heron Castle” because its white washed walls rise and stand out, making it easily seen for kilometers.
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Exploring Kansai III - Nara
Tell any Japanese citizen that you just went to Nara, and they will respond, “Oh, I Love Nara.” Today’s tale is another travel log that takes you through Nara Koen. Come along as we feed the deer; crawl through lucky holes in the world’s largest wooden structure: Todaji’s Daibutsu den; see a statue of Ashora that dates from the 734 A.D.; and steal a moment of tranquility in Isui-en garden.
I have a new gallery program I am trying out at the end of this post. I would love to get some feed back on this new program and if, you my loyal and regular reader, prefer it over the slide show program I have been using; you can put your thoughts in a comment. And please do yourself a favor and visit the link to see an amazing 360 degree view of Isui-en garden…you will not be disappointed!
