Hiked part of the Kumano Kodo, an ancient pilgrimage route. I appreciated the beauty of the small tea farms.
Category: Japan
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In Shingu, I have a no-smoking, Leviticus-free room.
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Ferry, now train around the Kii Peninsula, heading for Shingu.
Temples 13 through 17
Hiked via temples 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17 of the Shikoku 88 (temple) pilgrimage. This section is near Tokushima.
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So many choices today: –Getting cash in a convenience store–Reviewing the operation of my hotel room toilet
Tokushima
Now in Tokushima (on the island of Shikoku) for two nights.
Cycling Across the Seto Inland Sea
When I look across Japan’s Seto Inland Sea I see small islands, distant volcanic hills, ocean-going ships, sleek bridges, all sitting on a bright palette of blues and greens. The Inland Sea has energy: it connects three of Japan’s main islands (Honshu, Kyushu, and Shikoku), and the Pacific Ocean with the Sea of Japan. I’ve… Continue reading Cycling Across the Seto Inland Sea
Cycling Across the Seto Inland Sea
Posted Cycling Across the Seto Inland Sea.
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My urban hike included an ancient pilgrimage trail in the hills above Matsuyama.
Serendipity
Saw the sea from Matsuyama Castle, so went to the sea. At the sea realized two Shikoku 88 temples were near… . etc.