Yamagata

The Return - Snow and Ice in Yamagata and Northern Honshuu

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February 23rd 2023
A three year gap in time has gone unusually quickly. When the decision to travel again arose after Japan’s borders opened in October 2022, resuming a travel blog was with mixed emotions, particularly being the way the world is now. However, with our usual “when in Rome do as the Roman’s” philosophy, respect for local customs and people, and precautions fitting the traveler’s we are, we a ... read more

Asia » Japan » Yamagata » Tendo

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more