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Two Weeks in the Land of the Rising Sun

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In Kyoto

Back in August, we spent a great, though hot, two weeks in Japan. We spent a few days in Tokyo before leaving (a day early due to a Typhoon) for a couple of days in Fukuoka, then a couple of days in Hiroshima, and ending with a few days in Kyoto. Suzanne and Kyle loved seeing Japan and Asia, I loved being back in Japan and I even got to see a few new things. Of course, the flight from the US was long, though we flew direct from Newark to Tokyo in business class on the way over which was great. All our travel in Japan was by train which was great and super easy. I’m not sure August was the best time to go as it was super hot (up to 98F) and humid but that’s the time that fit with our schedule. Of course, I put together a (long) Trip Report and posted some photos.

Meiji Shrine, Tokyo

A second trip to Japan

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In June, I had the fortune to be able to return to Japan for work. As Suzanne couldn’t take the time off, my mom joined me instead. We had a great two weeks, one of which was work for me. We visited Kyoto, Kanazawa, Tokyo, and DisneySea (one of the parks at Tokyo Disney). My mom also visited Kamakura while I was at work. I spent a night in Niigata to give a talk at the Protein Society of Japan. It was great to return and I hope to get back again at some point in the future.

In Ikebukuro, Tokyo

Photos from my trip to Japan

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Last month, I ended up going to Japan two and a half weeks, one for work and the rest to do some touring. I had always wanted to go to Asia so this was my chance. I spent a total of 10 days in Tokyo, 5 in Kyoto, and then a final three in Tokyo. I had a great time and would highly recommend going given the chance.

Yasaka-jinja Shrine in Kyoto