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March 18th 2024

Published: April 18th 2024

The Japanese culture values hard work and social harmony. As modern as this country has become, they seem to continue to practice their traditional values and spiritual beliefs. It is refreshing to visit Japan because the people are polite and respect their elders. This was demonstrated a couple of times when younger people offered us a seat on the train. Yes, it made us feel older, but the kindne... Read Full Entry

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Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

D MJ Binkley

Photographers, divers, writers, foodies, chefs and music enthusiasts. Travelers' Century Club Members: 12/2023. MJ 107 and Dave 104. We appreciate your feedback and if you like our stories we would appreciate it if you follow our blog. We live on North Hutchinson Island, Florida. If you are in Florida please send us a private message as we would love to meet you. Two retired nurses who are passionate about traveling the world. Our love of travel, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures will hopefully take us to wonderful plac... full info

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19th April 2024

Piprey on wheels
Shona

Interesting train price hike
It is such a steep hike but was it required? UK trains are the most expensive of all. Are you allowed to wear something in the public baths or is it mandatory that you cannot?

19th April 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Interesting train price hike
It does seem like the price hike was s necessary hike. No, you cannot wear anything in the public baths in Japan. I'm not into nudity but it didn't take long to adjust to being nude. No one looked at you or cared. Men and women are in different rooms.

21st April 2024

cabochick
Andrea

OMG Binkleys!
Where do I even start! What a trip. What an adventure. The photos! Wow. Onsens, trains and Mt Fuji. I hung in every word. Can you tell I want to experience Japan some day? I only saw the airport and a hotel in Tokyo three times for my job. Time for me to go for me! Were the cherry blossoms late or early?

22nd April 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

OMG Binkleys!
The cherry blossoms were a little late this year. We enjoyed each moment of exploration. Book your trip and you won't have regret. There is so much to see and experience. Thanks for reading and commenting.

21st April 2024

cabochick
Andrea

Great picture of you two! Enjoying life and your adventures! Well done

22nd April 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Enjoying life
We are doing our best to cram as much in all the travel days we have left in this life. These experiences make us smile.

22nd April 2024

Kuan Yin
Karen Johnson

Japan Agrees with You
It certianly looks like Japan agrees with you! You both look relaxed and happy. Makes me want to go back soon.

22nd April 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Japan Agrees with you
Indeed we loved our time in Japan. There is so much to experience. I hope you get back soon.

26th April 2024

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Riding the Rails
How to take a great shot of a train...a bullet of a pic! I'll post some of your pics in TB's "Trains, trains & more trains" in the Photography Forum. Love the perspective in this one that evokes sizzling speed to burn.

26th April 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Riding the Rails
Thank you for your kind words. That means a lot coming from you. When you are sitting in the train station and they whiz past you one really understands how fast they are moving.

1st May 2024

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

Much history and culture
We have really just barely scratched the surface of what Japan has to offer. It is a densely populated country that has a very long rich history. I suppose that there are thousands of places throughout the country worth visiting. /Ake

1st May 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Much history and culture
We are very fortunate to have been able to visit large cities and small towns. Each town has its own personality. A lovely country to explore.

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