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February 14th 2015
Geo: 35.01, 135.75This was the first time that a Regent ship had docked in Kobe, Japan, which used to be a huge port until an earthquake devastated the place in 1995. To welcome us in, a ship came along side spurting water out of huge water cannons. Smaller boats also came by full of families waving like mad.Our first trip was to Mount Rokko a 3ooo metre mountain which during the winter is a s ... read more

Asia » Japan

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

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Tizwoz

I am a retired doctor with 2 kids, one of whom lives in Australia so travelling to the other side of the world has become second nature. Apart from socialising and gardening, travelling is my favourite hobby. I love travelling with my husband as we have the same likes and dislikes when it comes to food, wine and things to do (apart from sport that is !) TP PROFILE Former TravelPod Member: tizwoz Joined: October 11th, 2008From: England lives in Sutton,United KingdomFavorite Book: Any fantasy or science fictionFavorite Movie: Lord of the RingsFavorite Music: Prefer peace... full info

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