Reached tokyo 2 days ago and was glad to have warmer weather compared to suzhou. Went akihabara, shibuya and back to Ikebukuro. While walking along the shopping street in Ikebukuro, rain turned into snow flakes and I was kinda reluctant to return back to Sakura Hotel for the night.
Went Nagoya by shinkansen the next day; took the ferris wheel at Nagoya port this time round. Still I felt Yokohama Port was more spectacular. Nagoya is like a dead town. Had dinner at Sakae district, which later turned out to be a red-light district to my dismay. Ate kishimen (hand-made flat noodles) in which Nagoya is famous for.
Took shinkansen this morning to Kyoto, checked-into Matsubaya Inn which is Japanese-style room. Went to Kiyomizu Temple by bus 206. It was full of people, unlike the last time I visited in 2008 April, which was as though I chartered the whole area for private function.
Was lucky enough this time round to see sakura tree blossoming while in Nijo Castle. As well as plum trees which was in full season just about a week ago.
Had dinner at Gion Oishinbo in Hanami-koji. Toufu nabe (hotpot), some french loaves where you dip in a sauce, sushi, sashimi, salad maki etc... Hanami-koji is a district famous for geisha. Was lucky enough to spot 3 geishas walking past, although I wasnt quick enough to snap a close-up view of the geishas.
Tomorrow going Hakone for outdoor hotspring bath, overlooking Mount Fuji. Getting bare in winter is a challenge, but after soaking for 10 mins should daijyo-bu!
Cant post my pic now because I am using a pc station from the inn. Shall post when I get home.
My cute mei mei
