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Land of the Rising Fun(Chapter 3)

<DAY SEVEN> The Shinkansen could go up to 300km/h (185 mph). Despite its speed, it felt remarkably quiet. On the inside, people rarely speak, making the journey peaceful. Before dozing off, I wondered about the wooden handles at each seat’s corners. Squinting my eyes, I noticed the braille markings on them. A few moments later,Continue reading “Land of the Rising Fun(Chapter 3)”

Land of the Rising Fun(Chapter Two)

I was awakened by the announcement made on the PA system. It was time to disembark for the next phase of our journey in Odawara. We booked a Ryokan-style Airbnb for the next 3 days. A ryokan is a type of traditional Japanese inn that typically features tatami-matted rooms and other public areas. We wereContinue reading “Land of the Rising Fun(Chapter Two)”

Land of the Rising Fun (Chapter One)

The first six months of 2024 were filled with indecision as I struggled to choose between Japan and Greece for my autumn travel destination. It was exhausting to remain on the fence. On a bright sunny morning, the answer became clear. I chose the Land of the Rising Sun. The weakening of the Japanese yenContinue reading “Land of the Rising Fun (Chapter One)”