Akiyoshido Caves

The longest limestone cave in the world was extraordinary and worth the trip. Far from traditional attractions, we felt we were experiencing real Japan.

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Yamaguchi…Maybe not

The way to Yamaguchi was a very non-touristy experience and one of the more realistic experiences we had, as we were not visiting an attraction.

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Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage

We were a little over the National Geographic recommended pilgrimage by the second day. We were ready for trains and buses and a boat through Dorokyo Gorge.

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Exploring Europe via Paris

$900 to Paris! -meaning little leg room and bad airplane food…on Condor Air. The experience successfully delivered us into the heart of the City of Love.

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Rejuvenated at Shirahama

The white sand beaches, the clear blue waters, and the convenient location of everything, and the perfect temperature makes us yearn to return to Shirahama.

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Pacific Ocean Swimming

Peering between palm trees we saw the lapping of the waves and heard the ocean. We fell asleep content that we would be swimming in the Pacific Ocean.

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Introduction to Shirahama Beach

Castle in the Sky was interesting, pretty far off the beaten track, and a lot of fun; all in all though, we were ready for some more R-and-R. The rest and recovery included lazing around on the most beautiful beach I had ever seen, located in Shirahama.

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