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August 14th 2005

Published: August 29th 2005

Run run run! Go go go! Why can't I just settle down for awhile? Perhaps this is the problem with my whole life, but at least I get to see a lot! I've really struggled with which photos to add to this entry as I have taken so many. I hope I can give the Kansai area of Japan justice! I've taken the night bus from Tokyo, arriving in Kyoto at 5am. The bus ride wasn't too bad. Apart from the fac... Read Full Entry

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Fiona Scott

Coffeecat

Here begins the adventure of 12 months solo racing and chilling out around the world. Africa-Asia-New Zealand-South and North America from May 05-May06. It really is racing, 24 countries in all! So so so many stories to tell and sights to see... And now that that crazy year is over with, I have moved back to Vancouver (with a stopover in the UK, Iceland and New York!) and am launching a new life. The Babe With A Backpack travel shows have been established in Vancouver, the book is edited, and I'm planning the next trip...UGANDA IN JULY '08! Will try and keep this updated in additi... full info

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Himeji Gardens

Dragonfly

One of many Japanese symbols seen, what d'ya think Jo?

Himeji Castle

I secretly hoped Samarai Tom Cruise might be hiding out in one of the rooms. Although I suppose he's found Katie.

Rionji

The famous rock gardens

Me in the Gardens

Moss gardens and my frizzy hair/funny look!

Mini maple leafs

The Tree Surgeon

Sometimes it can be quite difficult getting to your work

Toe Socks

Rules to be Followed

This sign should be everywhere in the world, including my own front door

There's a sign for everything!!

Found a geisha

Can you imagine how many hours it takes to complete the make up?

Geisha Alley

Vending heaven

VIP treatment

Proud to be Canadian!!

It was good to see a few girls carried the huge weight of the seinto as well! Soaking wet and having a laugh was the main point!

29th August 2005

Mom
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Once again your photos convey a real sense of the country -from the busyness of the downtown scenes to the masses of people in the lie-ups and processions.It's not just the usual tourist view. Thank you for including your self portraits too-Fiona in a kimono is very elegant!

29th August 2005

dad and connie
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nipponese travels
Great pics from Japan--colorful kimono. Enjoyed your pictures of the deer and the japanese toilet instructions! love from us at 1160.

30th August 2005

parveen
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Vertigo resturant
Hi Fiona, I hope you get this in time, theres a famous restuarant in Bankok called Vertigo. the views are amazing. Some of my friends have been and said it was a great expereince.. Parveen xxxxxxx

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