lake biwa

omi maiko 8/10

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October 8th 2008
Finally got our beach day today which was great! Went to omi-maiko. This is by far the quietest area. Its the first time we've got off the train to an empty station and no open super markets-although apparently the beach gets busier over summer when you are allowed to swim in the lake. The water is really clear and full of fish (saw loads of duckys catching fish right next to us) and the fis ... read more

Asia » Japan » Kyoto

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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