Travel Gear: OpenStreetMap

Minnesota in the summer is just too lovely, so I won’t be traveling far this month. That doesn’t stop me thinking about the mechanics of travel. When I was in Japan earlier this year, handheld electronics hugely contributed to my ability to navigate the geography and the culture. Or, to be more precise, the software…… Continue reading Travel Gear: OpenStreetMap

True Escape

Tomorrow, Friday, back home. Haven’t had a conversation with a Westerner since Hawaii 24 days ago. Only Korean and Japanese. True escape.

Tokyo Hiking Trails

Trailhead: Seibu-Chichibu Train StationApril 4, 2013I stayed at a hotel two blocks from the station and walked directly to trails.Cherry blossoms, rice paddiesThere were several shrinesTrailhead: Mitake Train StationApril 5, 2013I put my backpack in a locker, and set foot from the station.Great views, had it not been hazy.People were whitewater kayaking

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