JapanShijōdōri35°0’31” N 135°46’1” E
May 16, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
On the way to lunch today in Ishibashicho, Kyoto, we walked through shopping arcades. After lunch we had a little free time to browse the shops.
Many of our meals have included Waghu beef. WaghuRead more
JapanKyōto34°59’10” N 135°45’32” E
May 17, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
It turns out that last night's commuter train ride was good practice for this morning. This was another time where our main suitcases would go on ahead and we would just have one hand luggage eachRead more
JapanKodatsuno36°33’48” N 136°39’47” E
May 17, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
Kenrokuen is one of Japan's 'Three Great Gardens'. It dates back to the early 17th century and is known for its stunning beauty in all seasons.
It was previously the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle,Read more
JapanMameda-honmachi36°33’51” N 136°39’0” E
May 17, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
On the way out of Kenrokuen we had an ice cream cone with gold leaf and hoped it wouldn't spoil lunch. Lunch was again traditional Japanese - lovely!
Nomura Samurai House is the only samuraiRead more
JapanNomachi-eki36°33’18” N 136°38’44” E
May 17, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
Next stop, the Kutani Pottery where they produce handmade porcelain. It has been a family pottery for many generations.
Every piece is totally hand made, takes four months to produce and it isRead more
JapanInami36°33’42” N 136°58’39” E
May 18, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Travelled by coach today to Takayama. On the way we stopped in Inami.
Inami, in Toyama Prefecture, is well-known for its skilled wood carvers and sculptors.
There are 120 wood carving workshopsRead more
JapanKawaichō-jōgashima36°17’32” N 137°2’39” E
May 18, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
With only 30% of the land available for living and agriculture, none of it goes to waste.
It seems that all available space is very efficiently used for rice paddies or growing vegetables.
JapanShirakawa-go36°15’24” N 136°54’16” E May 18, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Shirakawa-go (Shirakawa Village) is a Japanese mountain settlement in what was once considered a wild and unexplored region. Because of the area’s natural environment, with high mountains and heavyRead more
JapanShirakawa-go36°15’26” N 136°54’21” E
May 18, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
JapanTakayama36°8’35” N 137°15’29” E May 19, 2024 in Japan ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
The Miyagawa morning market happens every morning. There are many stalls along the riverside with shops on the other side of the narrow street.
The stalls sell fresh fruit and vegetables, local craftRead more
Bev LeeWhat a quirky and interesting post ..."good job"!