 | Japan was an absolutely magical country - November was just stunning for autumn - the weather was pleasant, the foliage was stunning, the food was other-worldly, and the people were so friendly!! Here are just some highlights - I took around 3000 videos and photos, so I couldn't fit them all. Photos: 1. Kinkaku-Ji (Golden Pavilion), in Kyoto. The sunset really brought out the beauty of this temple. Oi River, Arashiyama, a beautiful district of Kyoto. The autumn leaves were phenomenal and this was such a scenic view. Peak of Mt. Misen, on Miyajima Island, a quick ferry ride from Hiroshima. One of the best views of my life, weather could not have been any clearer. Peace Memorial, still standing after the Hiroshima bombing, one of the highlights of the trip. Still cannot believe it is partially standing. Higashi Otani Cemetery, during the sunset, in Kyoto. Such a tranquil place and a great place to watch golden hour. Kiyomizu-Dera, one of tbe most famous sights in Kyoto. The view of the city is incredible, and the view of the autumn leaves is stunning. In my opinion, the only time better to go is cherry blossom time (have yet to visit Japan during cherry blossom season). Shibuya Crossing, in Tokyo. Marvelous in pictures and even more so in person. The night time picture was such a great photo opp. I believe this was my first full day in Japan. Started the trip off with a bang. Ninomaru Gardens, in Tokyo. Went here when we couldn't visit the Imperial Palace, early on in my trip. Again, lots of peace and tranquility, and very well maintained gardens. Another view of Arashiyama, walking through a street. Had a walking rickshaw tour of Arashiyama (shoutout to Ryoka, he was the man!) The autumb foliage was beautiful and elevated the experience. Oi river view of Arashiyama at night. Somehow more beautiful than during the day.
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