Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage
We were a little over the National Geographic recommended pilgrimage by the second day. We were ready for trains and buses and a boat through Dorokyo Gorge.
Read MoreWe were a little over the National Geographic recommended pilgrimage by the second day. We were ready for trains and buses and a boat through Dorokyo Gorge.
Read MoreRecommended by National Geographic, the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage is a difficult but interesting trek on the Kii-Peninsula, including multitudes of wildlife.
Read MoreThe white sand beaches, the clear blue waters, and the convenient location of everything, and the perfect temperature makes us yearn to return to Shirahama.
Read MorePeering between palm trees we saw the lapping of the waves and heard the ocean. We fell asleep content that we would be swimming in the Pacific Ocean.
Read MoreCastle in the Sky was interesting, pretty far off the beaten track, and a lot of fun; all in all though, we were ready for some more R-and-R. The rest and recovery included lazing around on the most beautiful beach I had ever seen, located in Shirahama.
Read MoreVisiting the Taked-jo Castle in the Sky was high on my priority list as huge fan of anime, but while in Osaka we had to visit the Cup Noodle Museum.
Read MoreVisiting the Toyota Factory Tour and museum was a highlight of the trip. It provide insight into corporate businesses and the Toyota Production System.
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