THINGS TO SEE WITHIN 10 MINS OF GINGER'S HOUSE

Today was a change in the weather. There was thick fog when we woke for the day to exercise. We thought that it might rain and we were all a bit tired from pushing everyday. So we enjoyed taking it slower and decided to go just to the close sights because the afternoon was going to be busy with soccer, volleyball, running club and scouts. So as you can see there isn't a turn in the road without blooming beautiful cherry blossoms. This picture was taken at a park near Ginger's home.Just 5 mins down the road is an older Shrine. I decided to pay my respects to Buddha.

This was a quiet place where I think someone could do a lot of meditating. The grounds were very neat and when we arrived a Japanese man was sweeping the gravel area.

There is always something so picturesque about a Tori Gate.
I love Japan and all the sights, sounds, smells, food and people. But more than that I love being here with Ginger and Ryan and the kids because they are making my stay so enjoyable. There is never a dull moment.