Well, when we found out this spring we were moving to Tokyo, Japan, I have oft remembered that park picture and dreamed of sitting in that same place. As most of you know, I go into Tokyo most every Friday, and have been to a lot of these wonderful parks. Ueno, Yoyogi, Showa, Hibaya, Shinjuku Gyoen....I looked for this spot to no avail. Did it exist? Was I daydreaming the location? These were all beautiful places...but not what I was looking for. Last Saturday as I was reading on yet another visit Japan website, I saw it. The spot. I couldn't believe it. Happo-en park truly was a tiny park in this city and not in any of my numerous sightseeing books. I had finally found it!!
So today I went. I can't say it was the most beautiful spot I have ever seen (for there are so so many here) but it was an utterly tranquil, quiet, and wonderful place. There were very few other people there, it is truly a unknown treasure for it was mostly full of brides getting there photos taken. I think I counted 8 different bridal parties.
So I had my photo taken in the spot by my friend Jamie...and I fulfilled a dream...
the location...my iphone camera could not do it justice
Finally fulfilling my dream
The best exploring partner EVER
One of many brides
See ya later!
Mom and I are really enjoying reading about your adventures! Let's Skype soon.
ReplyDeletebeautiful spot, gorgeous shots, and what a cool ending to the story! awesome to connect the dots after such a long time. love it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bethany!
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