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Japan Diaries 4: Day 797

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Day 797: January 7, 2024 Sunday – Chippubetsu It's another snowy day here in Western Hokkaido We're heading to the town of Chippubetsu today for an onsen dip This morning welcomed us with gentle snowfall. The air was cold, but not enough to discourage us from sticking to our plans. After more than a month without traveling outside the city, it felt refreshing to be on the road again. Today’s destination was the quiet and charming town of Chippubetsu ( 秩父別町 ) . Chippubetsu Onsen Chip Yu & Yu The drive took around 30 minutes, and soon we arrived at Chippubetsu Onsen Chip Yu & Yu . Although we had visited the town before, this was our first time trying its well-known onsen, famous for the two types of hot spring water called the “ Silk Onsen ” and the “ Golden Onsen .” Each one has its own water quality and health benefits, and we were excited to experience them. Thankfully, the rest area inside the onsen is warm We're excited to try the silk onsen Today, the silk...

Japan Diaries 4: Weekend 114

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Weekend 114: January 6 -7, 2024 Day 796: January 6, 2024 Saturday – Rumoi It's another snowy day here in Rumoi City Today's temperature: 1 degrees Today brought a surprising warmth of 1 degree, marking it as the warmest day this month. The air felt almost gentle against our skin, a welcome break from the chilly days we'd been accustomed to. It's amazing how a single degree can make such a difference in perception. Kai is enjoying the winter view outside Our home became a haven, a sanctuary from the cold. My wife, being the culinary artist that she is, treated us to a delightful brunch featuring her homemade pesto . The aroma filled the house, creating a cozy atmosphere, setting the day's tone. Today's brunch - homemade pesto In the afternoon, my daughter headed out to play in the snow outside As the afternoon unfolded, so did a gentle snowfall, transforming our surroundings into a winter wonderland. The snowflakes seemed to dance gracefully, larger and more ench...

Japan Diaries 4: Week 114

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Week 114: January 1 – 5, 2024 Day 791: January 1, 2024 Monday – Happy New Year! x Rumoi Akemashite omedetou gozaimasu Happy New Year, or as we say it here in Japan, " Akemashite omedetou gozaimasu " ( あけましておめでとうございます。 ). It's the start of another year, 2024, or Reiwa 6 here in Japan . Today unfolded in a way we didn't anticipate, making it a memorable beginning to the year. It's -14 degrees today At least the snow outside isn't that high The day began with a sense of renewal as we opted to stay at home and indulge in a thorough cleaning session. There's something gratifying about starting the year in a clean and tidy environment. However, the tranquility of the day took an unexpected turn in the afternoon. There was a powerful earthquake today, and everyone was on edge Our peaceful siesta was abruptly interrupted by the persistent ringing of our phones. Mr. Toshi was desperately trying to reach us, sounding distressed as he conveyed news of a powerful 7.6 ...

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