Imperial impressions

Imperial impressions

Slightly out of order (I got a bit distracted by skiing and food) but here are some more photos from Kyoto focusing on a couple of areas and the imperial palace gardens. Walk to one of the temples This one was packed because… Of the veranda 

Shiga kogen skiing 2

Shiga kogen skiing 2

Read the post below first! A little kid also felt that the skiing was a bit too much at times. Olympic salome course at Higashitateyama Ichinose Okojo no Mori area.  Weird companion not included A slightly better view when you remove distracting friends But all things 

Shiga kogen skiing 1

Shiga kogen skiing 1

Went skiing on the weekend with the other trainees.  Shiga kogen is the biggest ski resort in Japan and consists of 21 linked ski areas catering for every type of ability!  It sure is one massive place.  And it only takes about 3 hours to 

Kyoto calm

Kyoto calm

Some more temples to escape the hustle of city life!  I really feel like I need it now! Japanese rock garden A bridge to a more peaceful place A place to meditate Changing your perspective But the city is always quite close behind

Singing sighs

Singing sighs

A trip to Nijo castle, the Shogun’s residence in Kyoto. One way I considered trying to get in. The proper entrance A nice little plan of the castle Obviously someone didn’t read the sign…. The palace complex Unfortunately no cameras inside!  So you will just