Photo Friday: Japan

Introducing Photo Friday where I will be sharing one photo each week from  either past or present travels.

Japan 
May 2006

Japan

Today I'm joining Kenzie from Chasing Happy on The Thankful Project.

One of the many things I am thankful for having seen is Japan. In 2006 I had the opportunity to visit Japan for two weeks with my older sister. On that trip we visited Nagasaki, Nara, Kyoto, Fukuoka, and Beppu. For me it was a trip of a lifetime. It was the first time I had visited a completely different culture with a completely different language. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the difference, I felt energized and excited for what new things I'd discover. It was love at first sight.

I have always had a passion for history so seeing buildings that have been in use for centuries was amazing. At the end of the trip I didn't want to leave and I knew right then that experiencing other cultures was something I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I jump at any opportunity to explore the many wonders of this world.    

   

Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto

Peace Fountain, Nagasaki Peace Park

Atomic Bomb Site, Nagasaki

Spectacles Bridge, Nagasaki

Ryoan-ji, Kyoto

Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto

Todai-ji, Nara

Deer Park, Nara

Yakushi-ji, Nara