I regard the dawn along the Izu coastline– water kisses flame.
The Izu Peninsula, Japan: Matsuzaki to Kawazu
The Izu Peninsula was not a place I ever intended on visiting, but I found myself there for two reasons: 1. I found some possible campsites and 2. I wanted to witness the sun rising over the Pacific. As most…
Kyoto, Japan: Seeking in Silence
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…