Tokyo has been our home for the past four days...and we were definitely bummed and tentative about leaving. But, now we are in Kawaguchiko - which is where Mt. Fuji is located...and we both agree its an amazing and welcomed change. When we were in Tokyo, we were in a hotel - just the two of us. This was a great first step into a new country. But, now we are at this awesome hostel called K's House. Its really fun to interact with and meet new people - esepecially other travelers. Also, I have to say - this is the nicest, and cleanest hostel I've ever been to. We got here in late afternoon, went to the grocery store...cooked up a big meal in the hostel's kitchen...and now have been chatting, drinking beers, and playing cards with some of our new friends.
Mainly though - we are just in awe of how absolutely beautiful it is here. We left the bright lights, big city - for a teeny mountain town. Its definitely a striking change - but its also a lot more me (especially since this time of year, i would normally be in Killington anyway!)
We are surrounded on all sides by mountains. The train ride from Tokyo was absolutely awesome... Tucker probably took 100 photos of the mountains before we even got off the train.
The weather isn't the greatest. Its very foggy and cold. And, in fact we are strongly discouraged to climb the mountain at this time of year. However, we are still praying the clouds clear up so we can at least really SEE the mountain. ALL the mountains here are beautiful...but we came to see Mt. Fuji. So, hopefully - we get to do just that.
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Rach - I am not used to commenting so publicly, but here goes. This is absolutely extraordinary, following your expoits in words, pictures and video, almost in real time. When I took my long "walk-about" I kept a journal, but privately and in writing. I don't think anyone has ever read it, certainly not everyone I know. Well, keep it up. Have fun. Stay safe. Love, dad
I agree with your dad on this one. It is amazing that I can follow you guys like this. Unreal! I love all the pics, just beautiful. Take in everything you can... and enjoy!
Hi Guys! Just got the link to your blog now so I'm all caught up.
You mentioning the hostel reminded me of a really key part of travelling that I forgot that I really love: meeting fellow travellers from around the world. I bet you're going to meet some really interesting, great people over the next few weeks. I'd encourage you to talk with them about their perspective on the world and how they see the US, the war, etc. I'll bet it'll be enlightening.
Love you guys and I'm monstrously jealous.
-Popers
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