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February 2nd 2007
First stop Tokyo! Spending a few days in the hustle and bustle, bright lights, big city. Some interesting contrasts between the noise of Shinjuku and the serenity of the Imperial palace right in the middle of it all. Chilly but blue skies and sunshine every day so far! ... read more

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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