Kennin-ji temple is just south of Kyoto’s famous Gion entertainment district and serves as one of the head temples of the Rinzai sect of Japanese Buddhism. It was founded in 1202 by Eisai, the Buddhist monk who introduced both Zen … Continue reading →

Walked along the very pleasant 2km Philosopher’s Path, which follows a canal lined by hundreds of cherry trees which explode with colour (in early April). Great day for a stroll on a balmy 20 degree day, listening to the flowing … Continue reading →

Narita is a BIG airport…lots of walking between international and domestic terminals! Very cute walkway ‘pichu anime’ murals that cheered me up. A 2 hr Jetstar flight from Tokyo got me to Kagoshima, at the southern most tip of Kyushu … Continue reading →