On our last day in Kyoto, we managed to squeeze in a visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine with all its famous Torii gates. There were hundreds, if not thousands, of Torii gates leading us up to several sub-shrines in the mountains. Each Torii gate is donated by a Japanese business. The stroll under the Torii gates turned quickly into a hike. A pleasant surprise. I am glad that we brought lots of clementines to satisfy the little one, who is always hungry.
In the afternoon, we took a train to the northeast part of Kyoto to visit a bamboo forest.
The bamboo forest was quite small, but it was interesting to see these tall exotic trees swaying in the wind. More rewarding to see in this area, though, were the streets and houses.
And the dessert Zoe had in one of the cafes, consisting of ice cream, beans, mochi, and some kind of jelly, was delicious and beautiful to look at. And a small cup of Japanese tea, of course. It is so easy to fall in love with Japanese aesthetics, don’t you think?!
Hi,Kicki.
ReplyDeleteIt is good that your family enjoy staying in Japan.
Hope you love Japanease food.(^^)
Emiko Tada
The Japanese photograph which you took is very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSince you knew history of Japan well, I was surprised.
I and Masahiko smiled at your being surprised at the smallness of the hotel in Japan.
Please enjoy a trip of Japan.
When is it due to return to Narita?
If you are coming to Tokyo, please let me know the hotel you staying .
ReplyDeleteMoreover, my telephone number is 047-321-6496.
(cell:080-6543-2964)
It is glad if we can meet you.
From my house to Tokyo, since it is near, we can go to meet you.
We are looking forward to seeing you!
Emiko