Just a Cozy Train Ride

Day 1 Part 2 - Hiroshima to Iwakuni and MCAS

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April 20th 2017
Konnichiwa! So unlike my trip to Europe, where I flew solo, I am here in Japan with my brother. He is stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni. This gives me the luxury of being with someone who is familiar with travel and with the general area. Lucky for me! And it is great to have company. He was running late to come get me, so I sat in the Hiroshima airport for awhile. I sa ... read more

Asia » Japan

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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