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Tokyo
We flew into Tokyo and stayed a few days to try and get used to the time change and culture shock. Tokyo is an amazing city with both Ancient building and traditions and a very modern edge. (2 days) |
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Nikko
Nikko was our first experience outside of Tokyo. Nikko is very popular destination in Japan and has an amazing collection of temples and shrines. We stayed in a traditional hotel or Ryokan. (1 day) |
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Aizu-Wakamatsu Spring
Festival Jo-anne - one of Thao's friends from University lives in Aizu and was nice enough to put us up for 2 days. While in Aizu, there was a spring festival at the local castle - a trip highlight. (2 days) |
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North
West
Kyoto Kyoto - what can you say! We started with the North West of Kyoto and saw a castle, a golden temple and had a great time drinking in public. (1 day) |
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East
Kyoto On our second day in Kyoto we walked down the path of philosophy and hung out the Geisha district. (1 day) |
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Nara
Nara is the origin of government in Japan. Mark worked at Tenri - a town close to Nara and Mark recommended stopping by to see the giant statue. (1 day) |
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Toyohashi
Deca, Thao's brother was staying in Toyohashi teaching English. Toyohashi isn't a regular tourist stop but it was nice to see Deca. (1 day) |
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Tokyo Again
We had completed our trip around Japan and returned to Tokyo for a few days of shopping and last minuet touring. (2 days) |
Very interesting travel blog for your Japan visits. Well done!
Rey Ramos
Friday, June 29th, 2007 at 12:24:48
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