Hiroshima

Early morning start in Hiroshima to see Peace Museum before opening hours. So heavy to take in the devastation - not a person spoke as we all took in the exhibits. We took a walking tour of Hiroshima with a fantastic guide and learned so much about Japanese history and culture as we took in Hiroshima Castle and Gokoku Shrine and details of why and how Hiroshima was targeted. An Eucalyptus Tree (at Hiroshima Castle Ruins), located just 740 meters from the hypocenter that still grows today. At the Orizuru Tower you can learn how to make an origami crane and then drop it down from the top into the panel the decorates the front of the building. Glad we took the time to visit Hiroshima. Malcolm and Cecilia stay the night and fly out to Taiwan in the am. Jay and I headed on the bullet train to Kyoto.Read more