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Live bait

Live bait

Today we went to a secret restaurant. Its actually a fish monger in front.  It was going to be the most amazing meal I had had in Tokyo yet!  This redefines freshness… The front entrance Tuna sashimi on tuna bone.  So good.  Redefines freshness Flying 

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 

Tofu travels

Tofu travels

Tofu lunch in Kyoto First course.  Milk tofu and tofu with ginko nut. Second course – rice cake, eggplant and some ground veg thing Third course – assorted tempura tofu Fourth course – tofu main! View from my table Closer view of an extra garden 

Gardens and temples

Gardens and temples

Gardens and temples Just a few pictures for now, mostly from Kyoto Waterfall landscape Tranquil bridge A place to contemplate Always good to have a bit of golden distraction Part of a temple complex Bamboo grove More to come!