Outside my window

At the Hotel

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May 8th 2008
I have landed and checked in without incident. I think. There was a problem finding my reservation due to my last name and the fact the company name was somehow listed in it as well. So I had a very odd name. Luckily I had my confirmation number. Then I was asked about payment and that I could pay later, though I had given my card. I think he meant for incidentals. Not totally sure. He did ... read more

Asia » Japan » Aichi » Nagoya » Sakae

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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