Sensei teaching

Sushi and temples

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August 7th 2013
Today was our first full day in Tokyo. The itinerary was still a mystery to me and Ronn, so we weren't really sure what to expect. With Craig and Teresa planning things out, it could have been anything. Turns out the first order of the day was to go to a cooking class. First off, thank God it was cooler than yesterday, but Craig and Teresa also booked a huge bus with the best air conditioning ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo » Shinjuku

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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