Posted Cycling Across the Seto Inland Sea.
Category: Asia
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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.
Cycling from Shikoku to Honshu
Cycled across the Seto Inland Sea on bridges and islands: 45 miles between main islands Shikoku and Honshu.
Old Streetcars
I love Matsuyama’s old streetcars. Some go back to the 1950’s.
Kyushu Island to Shikoku Island
Today (Thursday) two trains, 400 miles, Fukuoka (Kyushu Island) to Matsuyama (Shikoku Island).
Crumbling Shrine in a Forest
Found this crumbling shrine in a forest, on a mountain, near Fukuoka.
Travel Gear: Hiking Pants
As I was stretching, clambering, grappling over rocks in Kirishima National Park, I replayed in my head the most recent encounter with a fellow hiker. The woman had made the usual greeting, then a look of dissonance flashed across her face. I’d seen that look before when I’ve thoughtlessly put a shoe on tatami, or…… Continue reading Travel Gear: Hiking Pants
Beach Walk
Walked on a lovely beach, about an hour by train from Fukuoka. People were digging holes, foraging in the sand.
Avoiding Arrest
Posted Travel Gear: Hiking Pants. My efforts not to get arrested.