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April 30th 2012
Published: May 1st 2012
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We took the Shanghai ferry to Osaka, a two-day journey accomplished during beautiful, calm weather – thank goodness. Most of the time, Tom the Sailor said that the wave height was 3-4 feet, but the ship just smoothed them out. We traveled on the Suz Hou Hao (www.suzhouhao.com) for two nights; our comfortable room was a double, though there were also dorm rooms and a couple of “VIP” rooms t... Read Full Entry



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Dotonbori HotelDotonbori Hotel
Dotonbori Hotel

I do NOT know who these guys are, but I liked their cherry blossoms.
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Tatsue-ji

One of 88 Buddhist temples on Shikoku Island that are visited by pilgrims. We stayed overnight here. Beds are very comfortable.
Temple GardenTemple Garden
Temple Garden

Tatsue-ji Temple.
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Peony -- I Think

It was huge, growing in the garden of the Tatsue-ji temple.
The BuddhaThe Buddha
The Buddha

At Tatsue-ji temple.
Flying CarpFlying Carp
Flying Carp

These are flying over the Yoshino River.
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Ku-Nel-Asob

The kitchen of guesthouse named "Eat-Sleep-Have Fun".
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Breakfast

Wonderful vegan food.
Back BeatBack Beat
Back Beat

A great band and venue in Kochi.
Kochi CastleKochi Castle
Kochi Castle

One of many castles along the coast, all built on the highest ground available. Some have survived intact, others have been restored.
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Wisteria

This beautiful arbor was just growing in someone's back yard. Note the laundry hanging next door.



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