Japan Diaries 2: Day 14

Day 14 May 30, 2018

Rainy Tsubasagaoka

It seems like all the rain that did not fall in the past few days fell today. According to the weather forecast, this will continue until the evening. With this much rain, I suddenly missed our trip to Shirahama Beach a few days back. How I wish the weather today was that nice. 


Regardless, the good thing about this weather was that it gave us no choice but to rest and prepare for our 4-day trip to Gifu and Nagano Prefectures tomorrow.  My wife and I also took this opportunity to cook for our Japanese family and clean our room. 

No outdoor adventures for us today

A rainy view from our room

Hot cocoa for breakfast

Our version of Tuna Pasta also for breakfast

During lunch, Mr. Toshi and I got a lengthy chat about some good to know things about Japanese culture and tradition. We also discussed our itinerary for our trip tomorrow. 

Nilagang baboy for lunch

Lunchtime with our Japanese family

Hope Springs with Japanese subtitles... nice!

That afternoon, we watched the 2012 film, Hope Springs which was surprisingly a good film. We planned to have a movie marathon but lost the drive as we have watched all other upcoming movies. Ella benefited from this decision as she binge-watched the Little Pony and Peppa Pig episodes on Youtube. 

Look who had a My Little Pony marathon after the movie!

Overall, we might not have visited anything new today but I could safely say that each one of us had a funfilled day in the sense that we got another chance to serve our Japanese family and also spend another quality time with them.

Mr. Toshi and Ella bonding with Yomogi

That night, I got quite a challenge falling asleep as I was very excited about where we'd be going tomorrow...

Gifu and Nagano here we go!!! 😄😄

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Comments

  1. AHHH !! haha I need to know where you're going next!! Rainy days can be good but we've had them for so long where I live that I'm like NOOO I AM DONE! haha

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    1. hahaha! Thank God I live in the Philippines which is a tropic country.

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  2. Seriously, It really feels good sometimes during rain, but not all the time...

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    1. I do agree with you but when you are on a travel to other countries you would surely hate it when it rains.

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  3. Oh my gosh, the food looks super yummy. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. It's been raining a lot here lately as well. It looks like you had some good food to keep you warm!

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  5. This looks really great! I will have to visit Japan sometime

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  6. Looks like a great time spent with family, even if you were stuck inside. Your food pictures are making me hungry and I think I may go try my hand at some Tuna Pasta as well :)

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    1. Thanks for the kind comment. Come visit me and we'll make one tuna pasta for you as well.

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  7. Japan looks amazing!! Thanks for sharing your moments and photos :)

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  8. Yes I have heard it can get dreary and rainy - one of my future sister in laws is studying abroad there!

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    1. Oh lucky her. She has a year or more to enjoy Japan.

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  9. You really had a great time and enjoy yourself. Can't wait to read from you soon

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    1. Thank you so much. Please do subscribe to my blog. Thank you!

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  10. Sounds like you were still able to find joy in the day. I hope you enjoyed all your travels.

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    1. Hello Kelly. Despite the rainy weather I'd say that I still did enjoy the day.

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  11. Japan is so wonderful. Can't wait to see where you visit next!

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    1. Thank you so much Stace. Please do check out my blog every Tue and Friday. =) That's when I usually publish new content.

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  12. Nice... the food looks tempting. I like the stew that you had for lunch. It looks so healthy. 🤗

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    1. You should try it out. Will be glad to share its ingredients with you.

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  13. Love this Blog!!! I always wanted to travel to Japan but never had the chance!
    Just the country itself is so cool plus the best food 🤤😭
    Such a fun blog to watch. It wasn’t too long or to short 💞

    thanks for sharing with us <3

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  14. Spending quality time with family at home is so fulfilling.

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  15. Here it is also rainy days are going and I was watching Toy Story movie. The view is so beautiful in the picture. Thanks for sharing your day's story.

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    1. I do agree. Binge watching films is one of the best things to do when it's rainy. =)

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  16. You know it's a good day when even with not visiting anything new you had a fulfilling day, and still you did something for the family that welcomed you :D that is also nice

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    1. That's true Matija. It was a perfect day to do something for our Japanese family. =)

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  17. Hey, I miss nilagang baboy. We're not having luck with our weather here as well. Another ice storm coming!

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  18. I’m glad you got to spend some quality time with your family. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. Wow even though you didn’t get out to see sights in Japan it was still a pleasure to read about how you really enjoyed your Japanese family. Keshia Richmond

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    1. =) Tomorrow's adventure would surely be a blast. Please check it out. =)

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  20. What a great day of bonding between everyone. I especially love the pic of Mr. Toshi and Ella.

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    1. Thanks so much Danie. That's my fave photo of the day as well.

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  21. Ha ha love the picture of my little pony marathon.

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    1. hahaha. My daughter will look back at this and will be shocked to discover that she still drinks milk in her bottle at this age.

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  22. Loved readingabiut your adventure and the food looks delicious

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  23. Rain has its advantages!!! Glad you guys had a good family bonding at home. I suddenly craved for Nilaga!

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    1. True. =) The rain really brought out a new kind of adventure. =)

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  24. Thanks for sharing your personal photos from your trip with your readers!

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  25. That pasta looked so delicious, hope you enjoyed.

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    1. We did Chadden. It's actually one of my favorite as well.

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  26. This amazing! I am glad you had a great time with your family. I love Japan and hope to pay a visit someday.

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    1. I do hope you get the chance to visit Japan someday. You'd surely love it.

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