30 Reasons I Like Japan

1. Figuring out how to navigate the day was like solving a puzzle. That was most satisfying. 2. Being able to hop on and off trains anywhere, having paid once for my Japan Rail pass. 3. Knowing when to get off the train simply by looking at my watch. 4. The sheer predictability services will… Continue reading 30 Reasons I Like Japan

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Tokyo Hiking Trails

Trailhead: Seibu-Chichibu Train Station April 4, 2013 I stayed at a hotel two blocks from the station and walked directly to trails. Cherry blossoms, rice paddies There were several shrines Trailhead: Mitake Train Station April 5, 2013 I put my backpack in a locker, and set foot from the station. Great views, had it not… Continue reading Tokyo Hiking Trails

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Bigu Feetu Around Matsuyama

Today (Tuesday) was a day to pause the journey. Besides it rained hard all day, which would have made hiking less pleasant. Time to be a consumer of sights. I knew Matsuyama was a really cool place when I saw this heading along the streetcar line: I headed over to Matsuyama’s #1 sight (or is… Continue reading Bigu Feetu Around Matsuyama