Day one

Another spectacular long weekend...

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October 12th 2009
Here in Japan every day is a new journey full of surprises, challenges, and joy. Every weekend is a journey not only for the mind, but a chance for me to see a new landscape, to scratch the surface of a new culture. I'm absolutely thankful for the holidays. Oct 12th, Monday, Health and Sports Day. A long weekend. Here the journey begins! ^^ (Four pages of photos arranged by time.) Day 1. Satur ... read more

Asia » Japan

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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