Loved our time in Kyoto… Alas, it is time to move on. After breakfast today, we set out for the JR Rail to Tokyo Station. Then a transfer to the Narita Express to our hotel for a night near the airport. The travel day irks me slightly – so far,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
