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Day #3 - Mochi

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December 30th 2006
After a delicious sushi extravaganza and a good night's rest, we had our eyes on the distant ocean. Fortunately, modern technology provides society with a special program called 'the surf report.' With an understanding of the wave energy around us, we could take our time and listen to some tunes while enjoying some tea before a really special traditional occurence. MOCHI!! Mochi is a tradiitio ... read more

Asia » Japan » Okayama

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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