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13/09/2024

Fun fact for Friday

💡Japan Short Interesting Fact of the Day

Have you ever wondered if there was a reason the bullet train design looks so cool?

One of the greatest pride of Japanese engineering, the Shinkansen bullet train, was not born without problems.

30 years ago, when the powerful train entered a tunnel it dragged a mass of compressed air in front of it that when the machine left the passage it produced a loud horrifying noise: Boom! It was like an actual bullet was thrown in the air.

Neither the passengers nor the neighbors of the towns where the train was traveling were happy, so a solution had to be sought.

A team of engineers found the answer in the wild. The kingfisher, with its aerodynamic beak and dexterity to dive into the water without splashing a drop, was the solution.

The design of the bullet train changed, the ends moved to mimic the shape of the bird itself and the result was amazing. The annoying noise disappeared and improved the speed of the machine by decreasing the air resistance.

17/02/2024

A lot of the lesson showcased photos from the Ikebana Autumn Exhibition. ACT quickly and I could share a massive Spring ikebana show as well as the cherry blossoms with you in Japan.

20/10/2023

Well, I know what it may look like... HOMEWORK!

But I promise you, they wanted to do this at their own will.

18/10/2023

Some of the best food I have had was not from the 5 star restaurants but from the street stalls, especially in Japan.

You can really feel the culture, and the true essence of Japan with every bite.

16/10/2023

This staircase may look never-ending but I promise you, the experience at the top was incredible.

I would show you the top, but I think you need to see it with your own eyes!

13/10/2023

Here I am enjoying a refreshing snack with one of my guests, and I can't get over this view!

11/10/2023

Did you know...

The oldest koi fish ever was named Hanako, and she lived to be 226 years old.

I'm sure you are under 100 years old and you haven't even been to Japan, I think now is the time !

09/10/2023

“Impossible to have a better experience of Japan than this tour. Lyn has an intimate knowledge of the language, the culture, the people. Not only did we see the historical sites, temples, kimonos etc, but we were also introduced to the local Japanese people. A neighbour came to make sushi in our kitchen. We had an Ikebana session with a lady steeped in Ikebana history. We travelled to a beautiful Buddhist retreat in the mountains, accompanied by a Japanese lady who could pass on the secrets. Saw many exquisite Japanese gardens with maple leaves in glorious autumn reds. This is only a taste of what we saw. Wish everyone could experience this.”

Glad you could join us on the trip, Yvonne! Thanks for the positive feedback! 😁

06/10/2023

Himeji Castle is a world-heritage site that is a comfortable day trip for us from our accommodation, only a short bullet train trip away!

A breathtaking view that shows the history and beauty of Japan.

A sight you need to see.

04/10/2023

Check out the awesome cherry blossoms in Arashiyama, Kyoto!

While it’s very touristy, it’s a great place to get photos that are unmistakably in Japan.

I know if I went here I'd be feeling genki! (happy/energetic)

02/10/2023

“What a wonderful Japanese experience Lyn gave us. On this trip Lyn was accompanied by her daughter Kate. Both Lyn and Kate are fluent in the Japanese language which gave us the opportunity of joining in a conversation with Lyn’s wonderful friends in the village and also other Japanese friends that she with her husband and two grown up daughters have made in the 27 years she lived and worked there.

Her two homes in the village are ideal accommodation. One being in the old Japanese style of building and the 2nd a more modern style, but still with Japanese interior. From breakfast to dinner Lyn made us feel so welcome and at home. We loved the location, with rice fields, veggies growing with the locals tending their crops of cabbages, sweet potatoes & strawberries etc.

Our days were filled with everything Japanese, from the food (which is great- especially the omelettes) to visiting world renowned shrines to the city of Osaka at night. My husband John loved our visit to the Sake Museum, especially the tastings. I don’t think there was anything from the Japanese Culture that we didn’t experience. We totally enjoyed our time with Lyn, Kate and other guests Shelly & her mum Yvonne. If you want to see the real Japanese, travel with Lyn.”

Thanks for the great review, Judy! We love that you got to experience Japan!

29/09/2023

If you're looking to go see a sumo wrestling competition live, then the Cherry Blossom trip is for you!

Come with us on our next trip for this and so much more: https://www.reallytravel.me/

28/09/2023

Experience the breathtaking colours of Autumn in Japan with us this November.

We'd love to see you there!

https://www.reallytravel.me/autumn-fire-2023

27/09/2023

"I have enjoyed Japan very much. The cherries blossom was a very beautiful season. In Osaka there are a lot of things to see and do. Japanese people are very respectful and very kind. I like the way they recycle also. I never felt unsafe, the food was great. Travelling with Lyn was fun, she speaks Japanese and this was very useful. I like her spontaneity and she is a great guide. I discovered that the vending machines could deliver warm drink cans. Japan has the most amazing and clean public toilets and convenient stores have wifi, French wine and cheap food. I have liked all we did and would recommend Japan with Lyn"

Thanks for the kind words, Bernadette 😊 We'd love to have you again!

09/09/2023

Enjoy

02/05/2023

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08/04/2023

Sometimes the best holiday memories involve hanging out with the locals :)

03/04/2023

Day 3 of this tour saw us in the nearby mountains where we went through bamboo forests, saw unusual buildings, chickens and finished with ‘pearl white strawberries’