I must admit that I failed Kyoto in many ways. When I arrived, I was suffering from a cold and had grown weary. After dropping my luggage at the hotel (I chose to splurge), I headed for the ancient city…
Nara Park, Japan: Where Deer Abound
I must admit that when I first got to Nara that I was a bit disappointed. I really wanted to camp on the edge of the park and soon discovered that I wouldn’t be able to do so. But with…
Koyasan, Japan: A Town Built on Enlightenment
What is peace? What is tranquility? Is it a path through a forest? Is it a moment of shared love? Is it a kind deed? I think every person longs to experience peace and tranquility in his or her life. Many…
Osaka, Japan: The Small Town That Goes Forever
When I finally got on the train at the airport and started into Osaka to the stop near my hostel, I was really excited to see the ocean again. What I didn’t know was that that would be the only…