Stretching across six islands in the Seto Inland Sea, the Shimanami Kaido is a sprawling 70 kilometer cycling course with some amazingly beautiful views. The course meanders past citrus fields and over huge suspension bridges, along quiet beaches and through bustling towns — I...
Welcome to another edition of the Deskwarming Diaries, where an ALT is quickly realizing she has less than three months before she leaves Japan. This edition features some late cherry blossom pictures, Golden Week adventures, and a look at the future. Let’s jump in! First, the...
Welcome to another edition of the Deskwarming Diaries, where an ALT is wondering where the last two months have gone. This post includes journaling, and updates for running, Golden Week, and the Olympics. Let’s jump in! Here are the highlights! A few weeks ago, my school held their...
Welcome to another edition of the Deskwarming Diaries, where an ALT re-learns that winter (and cold weather) doesn’t last forever. This post features cherry blossoms, future plans, exercise, and Olympics worries. Let’s jump in! First, as always… The Highlights New school...
Now THIS is a castle! Completed around 1628, it is one of only 12 castles to be considered ‘original,’ meaning the main keep has survived since at least 1868; the current keep of Matsuyama Castle was built in 1820 after being destroyed by lightning. Some famous castles, like...