Bakery treats..

Tokyo August 21st

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October 25th 2009
We woke up to the wonderful realization that we didn't have to carry any boxes anywhere and we were finally able to enjoy our trip. We made it to Ueno in time to stop at a bakery for treats and green tea lattes. Then we traveled to the Edo Museum which was filled with incredible intricate models. The group enjoyed a traditional Japanese lunch where we all took our shoes off and ordered with tic ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo

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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