Sunday, March 24, 2013

Sayonara Japan

I haven't blogged for awhile because we've been working so hard every day on our new Hawaii property, which I'll blog more about in days to come. And that means I haven't yet written a final blog post for our Japan trip, which is a shame as it really was one our best trips ever. Japan – or Kyoto at least – is the epitome of what civil society should look like: clean, efficient, safe, modern yet historical. There's virtually no graffiti, no litter, and very little crime. The cab drivers wear caps and white gloves, and the people put a premium on being courteous and considerate to each other. All this and heated toilet seats. What a country. We'll be back.

 Appreciating the plum blossoms and the coming of spring. 







 Photographing plum blossoms is serious business.











 Plum blossoms



 Beautiful tree on the grounds of Shoren-in Temple



 Roof tile detail



 Potter (not Harry).  The traditional arts are particularly cherished in Kyoto.



 Chion-in



 Shrine gate detail



 A Maiko (apprentice Geisha) off to an appointment.

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