Matsuyama December 26th 2005 Matsuyama is a small island off of Japan and is known for it’s scenery. We had to take a ferry out to Matsuyama. This was a time off from the city life and diving into the nature scene of Japan. ... read more
Asia » Japan 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