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Shukkeien, Hiroshima

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Sent to BELARUS on 19th of October 2024

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Hiroshima 2024/09/09-13

Day 1-2

Long time no see... again... This was the worst summer ever. As in, officially the hottest ever with three times as many days over 35°C than usual. Somewhere around 55 days... orz Kyoto does know how to welcome me back ^^; So, I was laying low and dying every time I needed to step out of my flat. It turned out that this ground floor (and not wood) apartment does not heat as fast as my previous ones, so I could get through the day without air-con, but barely, so not much productivity until the evening from me, when I turned it on. You might ask why not the other way round? I cannot sleep in the heat (even in winter I turn the heating off for the night), and without sleeping I'm useless, so I use the air-con from evening to morning. This also meant that I was hardly doing anything for sightseeing, some exhibitions here and there, but it was just too hot.

Still, I thought it can't be that I'm not traveling during the holiday (especially since I'm having a holiday the first time in six years...), so I went to Hiroshima for the first time. It was a mistake. I expected lower temperatures in September, but no, around 35°C every day, and it was hellish. No trips in summer ever again. (I'm starting to feel like schools should just power through summer with air-conditioning and save the longer holiday for fall, September-October, when you can actually enjoy it too. Anyway, I took five days for Hiroshima to make it a slow trip, one that I could survive despite the heat - it was difficult anyway.

Day 1

Not living in the countryside is heavenly for transportation. Hiroshima is very close by Shinkansen, so I ticked off some basic sightseeing on the first day already. Like the Atomic Bomb Dome and the park (skipped the museum, I just didn't have the energy in the heat); Shukkeien Garden, a small but gorgeous park; Hiroshima Castle, which is more of an observatory with historical exhibition - like Osaka Castle, but much smaller. It doesn't have air-conditioning though (or too weak), so I had to spend five minutes in front of a high power fan, because I was about to pass out (not exaggerating...). Quite telling that all the people who came out of the castle flocked to the tiny shop selling ice cream - me included ^^; I closed the day in the shopping district afterward.

Day 2

I tried to take it easy, but the morning was hard. I wanted to visit some shrines and the Peace Monument just north of the station on a hill. It turned out to be a hill with tons of shrines, hiking routes, and I only saw a portion of everything there. It was 433 steps uphill in 35°C in a long skirt (pants stick to you too much). The steps were a bit steep in the second half too (not pictured). Every now and then they had some wise things to say (see above) while mentioning how much was left XD At the top there was this monument with a statue - concrete with metal and no shade at the benches anywhere!!! The view was great, but difficult to rest before going back down... I could refresh at the Hiroshima Museum of Art, fortunately. They had a nihonga exhibition, and since I have a new course to teach starting this semester that deals with mostly premodern Japanese visual arts, it was a useful exhibition for me. I closed the day walking around Ujina island, one of the islands near the coast. I love the sea, I love islands, so it was a nice preparation for the main dish of this trip: Miyajima. There were beaches, but it's the wrong side of the tide with every seashell and debris washing out there. It is also sandy, and I don't like sandy beaches. Anyway, the view was nice.

tbc...

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Shukkeien Garden, Hiroshima

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Tag 35. 07.08.2023

Friedenspark-Museum. Heute standen wir später auf. Wilson erledigte noch ein paar Stockholm Admin-Themen und dann aßen wir Frühstück. Im Anschluss liefen wir in den Peace Memorial Park (Friedenspark) und stellten uns fürs Museum an. Nach ca. 20 Minuten durften wir rein, also liefen wir in die Ausstellung.

Die Ausstellung war berührend, anders kann man sie nicht beschreiben. Wir verbrachten 3.5h im Museum und lasen jeden einzelnen übersetzten Text. Unsere Emotionen und Gefühle können wir schwer beschreiben, wir saßen selbst daraufhin im Park in Stille. Die 140.000 Zivilisten, die hier starben, erlitten einen schrecklichen Tod, und auf einer Art und Weise, die NIE wiederholt werden darf. Babys, Schulkinder, immatrikulierte Studenten, Mütter, Väter, Großeltern - alle litten. Falls ihr die Möglichkeit habt nach Japan zu reisen, dann ist Hiroshima das Reiseziel schlechthin. Die Eindrücke, die wir sammeln konnten werden wir nie vergessen.

Wir liefen danach in ein Gyudon Restaurant, quasi japanischer Reis mit fein geschnittenem Rindfleisch und einem gekochten Ei. Eine billige und sättigende Mahlzeit. Der Shukkeien Garten hatte dann leider geschlossen, also liefen wir in ein 7-11 und holten uns Frühstück für morgen und Bier (sorry Mama). Gute Fahrt an die Leipziger in Schottland, viel Spaß den Hartmanns im Amiland und zu allen fleißig arbeitenden Stationären in Deutschland viele liebe Grüße! Ciao.

Day 35. August 7, 2023

Peace Park Museum. Today we got up later. Wilson took care of a few Stockholm administrative matters, and then we had breakfast. After that, we walked to the Peace Memorial Park and queued up for the museum. After about 20 minutes, we were allowed in, so we entered the exhibition.

The exhibition was moving, that's the only way to describe it. We spent 3.5 hours in the museum and read every single translated text. It's hard for us to describe our emotions and feelings; we sat in silence in the park afterward. The 140,000 civilians who died here suffered a terrible death, in a way that should NEVER be repeated. Babies, schoolchildren, enrolled students, mothers, fathers, grandparents - all suffered. If you have the opportunity to travel to Japan, then Hiroshima is the ultimate destination. The impressions we were able to gather will never be forgotten.

Afterward, we walked into a Gyudon restaurant, a kind of Japanese rice bowl with thinly sliced beef and a boiled egg. An affordable and filling meal. Unfortunately, the Shukkeien Garden was closed, so we went to a 7-11 and got breakfast for tomorrow and beer (sorry, Mum). Safe travels to the folks from Leipzig in Scotland, lots of fun to the Hartmanns in the States, and many warm regards to all the hardworking residents in Germany! Goodbye.

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Shukkeien, Hiroshima

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Sent to GERMANY on 17th of June 2024

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Fukuoka-Osaka

U Osaku sam stigao noćnim autobusom u 5 ujutro. Autobus nije bio sjajan, a bio je loš izbor da zauzmem srednje sjedište. Po dolasku, otišao sam do glavne željezničke stanice jer su se stvari počele otvarati. Iskoristio sam toalet i kupio kartu za brzi “metak” voz Shinkansen do Kobea kasnije popodne, 11.300 JPY. Prvo sam pokušao da posjetim Shukkeien Garden, ali je još uvijek bio zatvoren do 9…

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Shukkeien Garden in Hiroshima, Japan

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This Young Man Bought An Old House In Old Klang Road During The Pandemic – And Even Renovated It

Absolutely! Japan offers a plethora of experiences ranging from vibrant city life to serene countryside landscapes. Here's a custom-made trip itinerary covering the essentials:

Day 1-3: Tokyo

Day 1:

Arrive in Tokyo and check into your accommodation.

Visit the historic Asakusa area, including Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Shopping Street.

Explore the electronic district of Akihabara.

Day 2:

Spend the morning in bustling Shibuya, crossing the famous Shibuya Crossing and exploring Takeshita Street in Harajuku.

Afternoon visit to Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park.

Evening in Shinjuku, experiencing the nightlife and perhaps visiting the observation deck of Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for a stunning night view.

Day 3:

Visit the Imperial Palace and its East Gardens.

Explore the upscale district of Ginza for shopping and dining.

Optionally, visit Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea if you're a fan of theme parks.

Day 4-6: Kyoto

Day 4:

Take a bullet train (Shinkansen) to Kyoto.

Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji Temple.

Explore Arashiyama, including the bamboo forest and Tenryu-ji Temple.

Day 5:

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates.

Explore the historic streets of Higashiyama District, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Sannenzaka Ninenzaka.

Day 6:

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple in the morning.

Explore Nijo Castle and its beautiful gardens.

Optionally, take a day trip to Nara to see Todai-ji Temple and the friendly deer in Nara Park.

Day 7-9: Hiroshima and Miyajima

Day 7:

Take a bullet train to Hiroshima.

Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum to learn about the city's history.

Explore Hiroshima Castle and its surroundings.

Day 8:

Take a ferry to Miyajima Island, famous for Itsukushima Shrine and its iconic "floating" torii gate.

Hike Mount Misen for stunning views of the island and surrounding sea.

Explore the quaint streets and try local delicacies like grilled oysters.

Day 9:

Return to Hiroshima for any last-minute sightseeing or shopping.

Optionally, visit the Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum or Shukkeien Garden.

Day 10: Departure

Depending on your flight time, you can explore more of Hiroshima or take a morning train back to Tokyo for your departure.

Remember to try the local cuisine at each destination, from sushi and ramen in Tokyo to kaiseki in Kyoto and okonomiyaki in Hiroshima. Enjoy your trip to Japan!