My mate’s birthday dinner last night was such a special meal. Walking around with Chinatsu, we were lucky to pass 3 or 4 modern day geishas, and 1 fake one… A wonderful evening with Chinatsu – thank you again for spending the evening with us. Today, we had a leisurely…
Month: September 2013
Kyoto
Today we left Tokyo for Kyoto via Shinkansen – a high speed train that travels at 522km. As we got closer to Kyoto, I had some worry about the hotel we were booked in. While I had done much research, you just can’t know until you arrive. Delighted to arrive…
Tokyo Rain
After breakfast, we set out on the JR rail for Mitaka. Tickets purchased in Toronto for a special museum visit. Such a magical time at the Ghibli Museum! Had to hold back the tears of delight and joy… After the museum and a delicious Italian lunch in Mitaka, we return…
What a city!
Started the day with 3 things we wanted to do… See the dressed up girls in Harajuku, get to the Jazz Fest and get our JR rail pass exchanged. What a wild and wacky place Harajuku is! Absolutely loved all the adorable girls. Jazz Fest is held in a convention…
Konichiwa Tokyo!
Morning coffee with Matthew…and then off to the airport. 2 hours later we arrive at Narita. After an hour and a half on the airport limousine, we are at our hotel. Delighted to discover that the Tokyo Jazz Fest is on for the next 2 days! Even more magical, I…