Usually, mikuji (fortunes) are sold at temples and shrines. But sometimes, you can get them out of a gum machine. Continue reading “Kamakura Mikuji”
Wisteria Season
Just as the last of the cherry blossoms fall to the ground, the wisteria vines start to bloom. Continue reading “Wisteria Season”
Fallen Petals
As much as I love sakura blossoms still on the tree, I have a special place in my heart for the ones covering the ground.
Kosoku-ji Blossoms
Kosoku-ji, a small temple not far from Hasedera, has absolutely fantastic gardens. Continue reading “Kosoku-ji Blossoms”
Early Sakura
We visited Kosoku-ji, a small temple with amazing gardens just down the street from us, the other day, and were surprised to see a few cherry trees had already bloomed. Continue reading “Early Sakura”
End-of-season Wakame
I mentioned in a previous post that this year’s wakame harvest has been poor. Continue reading “End-of-season Wakame”
Yuigahama Love
We had a few days of gorgeous weather last week, and the beach was full of people. Continue reading “Yuigahama Love”
Enoden Green
It may not be the flashiest of trains, but the Enoden is still pretty attractive for a large hunk of moving metal. Continue reading “Enoden Green”
Sunday Morning Surfing
The best Sundays involve nice, gentle waves, and a bit of mist. Continue reading “Sunday Morning Surfing”
Wakame Harvesting
This year has been a bad year for wakame. Continue reading “Wakame Harvesting”
