Yuko & I

Hanshin Tigers, Rice Harvesting, Minoh Falls!!!

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September 26th 2005
Hey hey all! Don't worry this isn't a picture only blog... well, It is just photos, but I captioned them enough as to make this qualify as a blog entry. Enjoy! Please feel free to let me know what you'd like to see more of or any suggestions you have for me! - Zach ... 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