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3-13 Hinodecho Shimada, Shizuoka, Chubu, 427-0029, Japan
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Nice Retreat In Suburban Hamamatsu
When you talk about Hamamatsu maybe your first image could be those of international manufacturers such as Suzuki, Yamaha and Kawai. I have to admit that these giant firms make this city famous worldwide but little is known about great historical sites in suburban Hamamatsu. Ryotanji Temple ...
The Hike Up Mount Fuji
... did. We passed a Torii Gate, went up one more stair set, and then situated ourselves against a rail, preparing for the sun to rise. It was to my relief that we finally made it to the top but in the back of my mind I was wondering how on earth we would be able to climb back down. As the sun rose though, all of my worries got pushed aside and I saw the most amazing view ever. We were up with the clouds and yet at the very edge of the Earth (it seemed) a small bright ...
Back to Hamamatsu and family dinner
... this was a trick, did not attack and this bought Takugawa some time to gather the troops and eventually win the battle.
Later that night we visited some of the family and payed respect to Yuna's great grandmother (on father's side) who recently passed away at the age 98.
The last event of the night was the family dinner at the restaurant. ...
I Made It!
... say hello.. he spoke very broken English, it was very amusing trying to have a conversation. He was such a sweet guy.
Back at the station, we looked around at a few shops and then caught the train back to Shimizu!
Okay, I don't know if I've mentioned this yet but sooooo many people here wear those surgical mask things.
Now we're at Peter's, he just made us dinner and now we're chilling. I've got to start planning my trip to Kyoto tomorrow.. a bit nervous!
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Daidogei World Cup (Street Performance Festival)
I personally believe street performances are one of the greatest attractions not only for tourists but also for locals, because everyone can enjoy it for free. It is a matter of course to donate a small amount of money to thank and encourage performers, but the amount depends on the audience and even the poor or children who cannot afford a ticket for a theatre show can enjoy street performances. I cannot play music ...


