Well it was a lot more present trip this time to Japan. The plane wasn't full and the wife and I had an extra seat in our row. Plenty of room to stretch out and sleep
Upon arrival in Kyoto, went out to see a festival that's being held this am. Last night everyone was out in the streets dressed in there finest yukatas and drinking, eating, socializing, and looking at the neighborhood " floats" which are built by certain "family crests" that hold dieaties (sp) (gods) and offerings. All lit up with baskets and kegs of saki. (Pics to follow if they will download, they are full of detail)
Just woke up to get ready to watch the parade, I'll get back to you later.
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