Japanese drama in front of the temple

First Matsuri, karage and cotton candy ramen

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October 16th 2016
Yesterday evening, after writing the blog, I met Yumi-chan in the kitchen and she asked me if I was interested to go see a Matsuri on the following day. As I have never been to one, I was up for it 😊 This morning, I woke up early and was ready to go by 9 am. Unfortunately, Yumi-chan forgot to wake up and we were on our way at 9.30 am lol We had to take the subway and then the train to go t ... 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