It's no surprise that I wake up early again. I walk to the same temple nearby to take some more photos before heading out to Nikko. I know it may seem pointless to photograph the same thing over and over again. But there's something nice about taking pictures at 5am, and I still have a lot to learn about this temple.
No matter which way I straighten this photo, it still looks crooked. I blame the building in the middle
Just outside the temple. I liked the way the orange played off the cool morning light
Nikko
I was a little nervous about Nikko in that I didn't put in as much thought as to what I'd do there as I normally do for other cities. The scary part is always trying to find where you're staying when everything is in Japanese, and your map is hand drawn on the website.
Found it though
I check my bags because it is too early to check in and I take off to see what's around the ryokan.
They have the same idea
An overhead view of a river
Colours are just starting to turn
These guys watch me as I rest by the waterfall
The reason why Nikko is so popular is the abundance of onsen, or hot springs. This usually means an abundance of formally active volcanic mountain ranges
More river. Heading back now to check in
I like bridges
Ok last one
I'm home. If I were to rate hospitality on an international scale, Japanese hospitality would be an 11/10
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2 comments:
That sign with your name is awesome! Do you get to keep it? :P
Also, that picture of the lanterns is mesmerizing. LOVE looking at your photos. Please keep blogging! :D
Thanks jlim!
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