Kamakura + Shibuya

Go for a day trip to Kamakura, peaceful and pleasant, with a million temples sitting in some lovely gardens. Oh and a huge Buddha, completely without his house that was washed away by a Tsunami.

Shibuya at night is probably the most filmed section of Toyko, as lite up and crowded as Shibuya Tokyo at night... it`s its own simile really.

Have you gone totally Tokyo?

Crowded markets in Asakusa Toyko, the extreemly polite people of Japan even get close to pushing their way past.














Head out to Shibuya on a Sunday and see crowds of people, some dressed up some with cameras up, and plenty of street performers and artists. Want to get something for free in Japan`s Temple to Consumers? How about a free hug from a choice of vendors.

Philosophical Walk

If you are sick of sakura and tired of trudging around, then don`t take a philosophical philosopher`s walk in east Kyoto.

Each end of the walk is a crowded affair, dodge group photographs and avoid or give in to temptation from one of many snack shops. There are some more peaceful spots along the way and a few artists can be found sketching or painting. In on case, playing a flute.

Fushimi Kyoto - the Red Arches

Fushimi, south east Kyoto a long way down the river and you get to one of the most famous shrines going. A very pleasant walk especially with the sunshine make criss cross dampled patterns along the path, with some amazing views of Kyoto at the top.




oh and a wee pond

Kyoto in Bloom

Late March and early April are Cherry Blossom (sakura) time. In Kyoto they light up temples and streets at night.

During the day a cycle along the riverside under the cherry trees is a pleasant thing to do.

No More Pictures: Kyoto

I really doubt it, here for your viewing pleasure are a few more photos:

More Kyoto

Northwest Kyoto a short bicycle trip south from the Golden Pavilion is one of Kyotos many temples Ninnaji. The grounds are nice and the buildings impressive, but pay the 500Yen and get into the Palace grounds.

The buildings are linked by many wooden walkways, allowing you to wander around between the ornamental gardens. The feel of wooden boards through your socked feet.



A nearby lake is a pleasant place to sit and read, or just sit. The last photo is included just because it looks cool.