What's good, Steemians? This blog post is all about how I got lost in Japan's beauty. By beauty I mean its rich culture, food and scenic views. This trip was very long, but I managed to narrow down the highlights of the trip to share with you all!
I want to begin with one of Hiroshima's famous landmarks, the Itsukushima Shrine otherwise known as "Miyajima" which directly translates as "shrine island." Here is the iconic torii gate which has been seen in multiple worldwide films. This structure is unique for being built on water where it floats and gives off a majestic and serene look.
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Before entering the palace, you are met with a mini pond where you are to wash your hands or as they call it "purify" yourself.
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Here are some shots of the shrine:
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I met kawai Japanese kids who were really friendly!
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And this is me with the torii gate.
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We booked the trip at April because it was the best forecast for cherry blossims, the famous Japanese plants that make you feel cheery and happy. Sure enough, we saw them bloom which lasts a short period of time.
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During April, it was still cold so a thicker jacket and beanies are must-haves!
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I know I said it was cold, but its never too cold for icecream!!!
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I also made it to the Children's Peace Monument inspired by Sadako Sasaki who is famous for making the thousand paper cranes to fulfil a wish. This too is located in Hiroshima, in the peace memorial park. Inside the structure is a bronze crane that is designed as a bell. And below is a slab which contains the words:
これはぼくらの叫びです これは私たちの祈りです 世界に平和をきずくための
(Kore wa bokura no sakebi desu. Kore wa watashitachi no inori desu. Sekai ni heiwa o kizuku tame no).
"This is our cry, this is our prayer: for building peace in the world".
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Here is a photo of a deer from the famous Deer Park or Nara Park!
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NOW ON TO FOOD!
I visited the ramen musem which had vending machines as your mode of ordering the dishes. I have only one photo, but I think even this is enough to show how good the bowl of heaven looks!
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We aslo visited takoyaki balls making restaurant which was super tasty compared to the synthetic ones we have here in the Philippines.
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And a restaurant where we eat infront of the chefs cooking us okonomiyakis or japanese pancakes! Made out of noodles and eggs. It was just HEAVEN!
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And lastly, this is my photo with the most majestic Mt. Fuji!
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And that is it, guys! Japan is a great country with very hospitable people. There we found so many electric toilet bowls that even make sounds while you try to do your stuff so that you won't feel too shy! Yes, I'm serious. Hahaha! Anyways, hope you enjoyed reading this.
I just want to add that all photos are mine! And taken by yours truly.
'Till my next post, folks!