2025年02月26日
Flamingos in Kochi
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During my travels, I had lots of fun and visited memorable, beautiful, and unforgettable places on Shikoku Island. One of the last stops I made was a Zoo in Kochi, where they had a variety of animals. Being a small Zoo, I thought the place would have a limited number of animals, but it was great to see the King of the Jungle, the funny Chimpanzees, and the elegant Flamingos. Just take a look at this gorgeous photo below.
During my travels, I had lots of fun and visited memorable, beautiful, and unforgettable places on Shikoku Island. One of the last stops I made was a Zoo in Kochi, where they had a variety of animals. Being a small Zoo, I thought the place would have a limited number of animals, but it was great to see the King of the Jungle, the funny Chimpanzees, and the elegant Flamingos. Just take a look at this gorgeous photo below.
2025年02月21日
Tosa Shrine Kochi
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Bringing you on another fun-filled and informative adventure. Japan never ceases to amaze me in every way because being here in Japan is a daily adventure. I don't know how to express myself as I can hardly contain my excitement just being in this country. I love everything about it and I don't see myself leaving anytime soon. That being said I want to share my adventure in Kochi where I went to Tosa Shrine. Just take a look at it and tell me what you think of it isn't it majestic?
Bringing you on another fun-filled and informative adventure. Japan never ceases to amaze me in every way because being here in Japan is a daily adventure. I don't know how to express myself as I can hardly contain my excitement just being in this country. I love everything about it and I don't see myself leaving anytime soon. That being said I want to share my adventure in Kochi where I went to Tosa Shrine. Just take a look at it and tell me what you think of it isn't it majestic?
2025年02月21日
Temple #15 Awa Kokubunji
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I've been off for a couple of days now and I've been able to visit wonderful places here on the island of Shikoku. Shikoku is highly underrated as I believe many foreigners think that Japan is only famous places such as Tokyo, Osaka, etc... However, Shikoku to me represents nature and old traditions. It is so majestic and, as I described before, feels like a dream/Storybook fairy tale. I digress yesterday I went to fill out my Shikoku Henro book in Tokushima. Below is Temple #15 in Awa Kokubunji Tokushima yes there is a Kokubunji in Tokushima as well.
I've been off for a couple of days now and I've been able to visit wonderful places here on the island of Shikoku. Shikoku is highly underrated as I believe many foreigners think that Japan is only famous places such as Tokyo, Osaka, etc... However, Shikoku to me represents nature and old traditions. It is so majestic and, as I described before, feels like a dream/Storybook fairy tale. I digress yesterday I went to fill out my Shikoku Henro book in Tokushima. Below is Temple #15 in Awa Kokubunji Tokushima yes there is a Kokubunji in Tokushima as well.
2025年02月19日
Back to "The Town Above the Clouds" In Yusuhara, Kochi
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During my break, I had the opportunity to return to the South of Shikoku Island. Kochi brought us to a magical, divine, rustic, yet refined town known as "The Town Above the Clouds". Yusuhara Town is known for its unique landscape on top of the mountains inspired by the Meiji Restoration and some of the most important and influential Samurais of their times in Shikoku Island. These Samurai Legends are Sakamoto Ryoma, Sawamura Sounojo, Nasu Shunpei, and his son Shingo. Furthermore, there is Yoshimura Torataro, Maeda Shigema, and Nakahira Ryunosuke. Their contribution to the Meiji Restoration says it all! If you feel inspired and truly want to experience something unique. Please go to "The Town Above the Clouds" Yusuhara!
During my break, I had the opportunity to return to the South of Shikoku Island. Kochi brought us to a magical, divine, rustic, yet refined town known as "The Town Above the Clouds". Yusuhara Town is known for its unique landscape on top of the mountains inspired by the Meiji Restoration and some of the most important and influential Samurais of their times in Shikoku Island. These Samurai Legends are Sakamoto Ryoma, Sawamura Sounojo, Nasu Shunpei, and his son Shingo. Furthermore, there is Yoshimura Torataro, Maeda Shigema, and Nakahira Ryunosuke. Their contribution to the Meiji Restoration says it all! If you feel inspired and truly want to experience something unique. Please go to "The Town Above the Clouds" Yusuhara!
2025年01月30日
Iconic Places in Tokyo Part 2
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This is part 2 from Iconic Places in Tokyo. As previously stated Tokyo mesmerized and controlled every fiber of my body because it is such an iconic city. I visited many places but the iconic Tokyo Tower stood in front of me and I had to take a marvelous impeccable picture of it. It was such an amazing and unforgettable experience especially since I visited it for the second time. Just take a look at this gorgeous picture isn't it fabulous? Well... That's all for this blog until next time!
This is part 2 from Iconic Places in Tokyo. As previously stated Tokyo mesmerized and controlled every fiber of my body because it is such an iconic city. I visited many places but the iconic Tokyo Tower stood in front of me and I had to take a marvelous impeccable picture of it. It was such an amazing and unforgettable experience especially since I visited it for the second time. Just take a look at this gorgeous picture isn't it fabulous? Well... That's all for this blog until next time!
2025年01月30日
Iconic Places in Tokyo part 1
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Last month, I had the opportunity to visit Tokyo for the second time, and as always, it felt magical and breathtaking. It was again an unforgettable experience that made me want to stroll through the beautiful streets of this iconic megalopolis. Of course! I saw the most iconic places but it was your favorite video game franchise Square-Enix that stole the show. If you are as old as I am and grew up playing RPG (Role Playing Games) you will immediately recognize this iconic company and the franchise that it produces "Final Fantasy". I was truly honored to have visited such a spectacular nostalgic site. My eyes were a bit watery from the nostalgia it made me feel. Please visit it if you can the building is a masterpiece!
See you all later!
Teacher Bear
Last month, I had the opportunity to visit Tokyo for the second time, and as always, it felt magical and breathtaking. It was again an unforgettable experience that made me want to stroll through the beautiful streets of this iconic megalopolis. Of course! I saw the most iconic places but it was your favorite video game franchise Square-Enix that stole the show. If you are as old as I am and grew up playing RPG (Role Playing Games) you will immediately recognize this iconic company and the franchise that it produces "Final Fantasy". I was truly honored to have visited such a spectacular nostalgic site. My eyes were a bit watery from the nostalgia it made me feel. Please visit it if you can the building is a masterpiece!
See you all later!
Teacher Bear
2025年01月22日
1月22日の記事
Hello Everyone it's Teacher Bear! Here with another blog just for you!
Last week, I found this gem at a convenience store, a honey whip croissant featuring none other than Mikazuki Munechika from Touken Ranbu! It’s part of the 10th-anniversary celebration for the franchise.
The croissant itself looks so tempting, soft, golden, and filled with a sweet honey whip. Honestly, I couldn’t resist grabbing it when I saw the beautifully designed packaging. The first bite? Pure heaven. The honey whip filling is creamy and just the right amount of sweet. A perfect snack, I highly recommend checking this out. It was delicious and it doesn’t get better than this. Until next time, happy snacking with Teacher Bear
2025年01月22日
Sunsets in Sakaide
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There’s something magical about sunsets by the sea. It’s a moment where time seems to slow down, and the world becomes a golden glow over the calm waves reflecting the colors of the ocean. Imagine you are standing watching it with me hearing the gentle waves lapping at the shore, the sound of water adding to the beautiful atmosphere. This is the kind of moment that makes you forget everything else. As the day ends, the sunset leaves behind a sense of peace. There’s no better way to recharge our souls than seeing this natural wonder. Let’s keep celebrating the beauty of our world together. Stay tuned for more adventures, and as always, thank you for being a part of this amazing journey with Teacher Bear
2024年12月19日
Omiwa Shrine in Tokushima
Hello Everyone It's Sensei Bear writing another blog just for you!
Many times I find myself praying in many of the beautiful shrines and temples around Shikoku. This month I had the opportunity to go to Tokushima to a shrine called Omiwa Shrine which happens to also be opened in the evening. To my surprise, many people go to this shrine at night and it is wonderful to experience such delight. Just take a look at the photo below isn't it fantastic? Well, if you need healing and a prayer please visit any shrine or temple it will help you feel at ease.
Many times I find myself praying in many of the beautiful shrines and temples around Shikoku. This month I had the opportunity to go to Tokushima to a shrine called Omiwa Shrine which happens to also be opened in the evening. To my surprise, many people go to this shrine at night and it is wonderful to experience such delight. Just take a look at the photo below isn't it fantastic? Well, if you need healing and a prayer please visit any shrine or temple it will help you feel at ease.
2024年12月19日
Sanuki Mannou Park Illumination
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This month, I had the opportunity to witness something spectacular and full of life. This past weekend, I went to Sanuki Mannou Park to see the beautiful illumination. Going there provided me with a sense of hope and how precious little moments like these are. So, if you have a chance to see the illumination at Mannou Park with over 650,000 lights, you'll love the beautiful designs I recommend it.
This month, I had the opportunity to witness something spectacular and full of life. This past weekend, I went to Sanuki Mannou Park to see the beautiful illumination. Going there provided me with a sense of hope and how precious little moments like these are. So, if you have a chance to see the illumination at Mannou Park with over 650,000 lights, you'll love the beautiful designs I recommend it.
2024年12月13日
Beautiful Season Changes
Hello Everyone It's Bear Sensei bringing another blog just for you!
People change, life changes, and so do seasons. Seeing how seasons change every year fills my heart with joy and fulfillment. The red, yellow, and green colors are signs of things always changing. So... let's keep our hopes and dreams alive and just like the seasons change we need to adapt to everything in life. Peace and prosperity for all!
People change, life changes, and so do seasons. Seeing how seasons change every year fills my heart with joy and fulfillment. The red, yellow, and green colors are signs of things always changing. So... let's keep our hopes and dreams alive and just like the seasons change we need to adapt to everything in life. Peace and prosperity for all!
2024年12月10日
The God of Learning Takinomiya Temmangu
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If you crave everything from shrines to temples, I am the person you come to because that's where most of my weekends go, visiting a beautiful yet majestic shrine or temple. I digress. This month, I had the opportunity to visit Takinomiya Temmangu, the God of learning from Sanuki, located in the Ayagawa district. This shrine is popular for New Year visits and beneficial for passing entrance exams. Just take a look at this magnificent, powerful, yet epic shrine. I recommend visiting this shrine you'll love it as much as I did!
If you crave everything from shrines to temples, I am the person you come to because that's where most of my weekends go, visiting a beautiful yet majestic shrine or temple. I digress. This month, I had the opportunity to visit Takinomiya Temmangu, the God of learning from Sanuki, located in the Ayagawa district. This shrine is popular for New Year visits and beneficial for passing entrance exams. Just take a look at this magnificent, powerful, yet epic shrine. I recommend visiting this shrine you'll love it as much as I did!
2024年11月27日
Kinbuchi Forest Park
Hello Everyone It's Bear Sensei here with another blog just for you!!
Do you like peace and quiet? Then you'll enjoy Kinbuchi Forest Park. I find myself going to this park quite often due to its diverse fauna and trees. During the spring Sakura Cherry blossoms bloom but during the fall the leaves turn red, orange, and yellow giving it a spectacular look. Just look at the pics below you'll see that Kinbuchi forest has much to offer. Have fun if you want to see beauty and charm.
Do you like peace and quiet? Then you'll enjoy Kinbuchi Forest Park. I find myself going to this park quite often due to its diverse fauna and trees. During the spring Sakura Cherry blossoms bloom but during the fall the leaves turn red, orange, and yellow giving it a spectacular look. Just look at the pics below you'll see that Kinbuchi forest has much to offer. Have fun if you want to see beauty and charm.
2024年11月27日
Sakamoto Ryoma in Kochi Prefecture
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This month I was honored to visit the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma in Kochi prefecture. The statue commands respect, and admiration being able to see such a wonderful and historical figure gave me goosebumps of pure excitement. If you can visit this marvelous statue and learn a bit about Sakamoto Ryoma and his influence you'll want to take a trip to Kochi prefecture. See you all next time!
This month I was honored to visit the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma in Kochi prefecture. The statue commands respect, and admiration being able to see such a wonderful and historical figure gave me goosebumps of pure excitement. If you can visit this marvelous statue and learn a bit about Sakamoto Ryoma and his influence you'll want to take a trip to Kochi prefecture. See you all next time!
2024年11月12日
Unpenji Temple #66 of Shikoku Pilgrimage
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As previously posted I am a man who loves culture and traditions. This week I had the opportunity to visit the 66th temple of the Shikoku pilgrimage named Unpenji Temple some people go to see the gorgeous Autumn Leaves and pray. The prefix name of the temple is "Kyogozan" because the mountain resembles a sleeping giant turtle. Another fact about Unpenji temple is that it has the highest altitude of all the 88 temples in Shikoku located 900m above sea level. The temple also showcases a beautiful forest filled with Gingko trees. If you love culture and traditions like I do and want to see autumn leaves, you should visit the Unpenji temple in Tokushima prefecture. Well, that's all for this week's blog until next time!
Bear
As previously posted I am a man who loves culture and traditions. This week I had the opportunity to visit the 66th temple of the Shikoku pilgrimage named Unpenji Temple some people go to see the gorgeous Autumn Leaves and pray. The prefix name of the temple is "Kyogozan" because the mountain resembles a sleeping giant turtle. Another fact about Unpenji temple is that it has the highest altitude of all the 88 temples in Shikoku located 900m above sea level. The temple also showcases a beautiful forest filled with Gingko trees. If you love culture and traditions like I do and want to see autumn leaves, you should visit the Unpenji temple in Tokushima prefecture. Well, that's all for this week's blog until next time!
Bear
2024年11月06日
Mizubenogakko Bamboo Park in Yoshinogawa, Tokushima
Hello Everyone Welcome to November!! It's Bear Sensei bringing you another blog just for you!
This past weekend I had the opportunity to spend time recharging my batteries. So I took a joyride and visited Mizubenogakko Bamboo Park in Yoshinogawa, Tokushima. Seeing so many bamboo trees in one place made me ponder how precious life is as it took a long time for those trees to grow. The park is a beautiful escape from life's worries so if you want to enjoy a beautiful place filled with longing make sure to visit this beautiful park.
This past weekend I had the opportunity to spend time recharging my batteries. So I took a joyride and visited Mizubenogakko Bamboo Park in Yoshinogawa, Tokushima. Seeing so many bamboo trees in one place made me ponder how precious life is as it took a long time for those trees to grow. The park is a beautiful escape from life's worries so if you want to enjoy a beautiful place filled with longing make sure to visit this beautiful park.
2024年10月29日
Historic Buildings and Statue in Udatsu Townscape
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Japan has many myths, legends, historical figures, and landmarks. As always it is an extreme pleasure to have the opportunity to visit these places and how fortunate I am to see them with my own eyes. The pictures that you see me post do not make it justice. I cannot emphasize enough that you'd have to be there yourself to experience this Marvelous country full of life and hidden GEMS. Just take a look at the picture below. Isn't it fascinating?
Japan has many myths, legends, historical figures, and landmarks. As always it is an extreme pleasure to have the opportunity to visit these places and how fortunate I am to see them with my own eyes. The pictures that you see me post do not make it justice. I cannot emphasize enough that you'd have to be there yourself to experience this Marvelous country full of life and hidden GEMS. Just take a look at the picture below. Isn't it fascinating?
2024年10月22日
Cosmo Flowers
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Flowers represent a new beginning and Autumn has its beautiful flowers. The flowers we saw are called Cosmo flowers and are amazing to look at. Take a look at the picture we took aren't they lovely? Everyone! if you can please go see the flowers this autumn season. See you all next time!!
Flowers represent a new beginning and Autumn has its beautiful flowers. The flowers we saw are called Cosmo flowers and are amazing to look at. Take a look at the picture we took aren't they lovely? Everyone! if you can please go see the flowers this autumn season. See you all next time!!
2024年10月15日
Yakuri Temple
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I've always been into temples, shrines, and holy places I believe it is part of something we cannot understand but also a blessing. Below is a statue in Yakuri Temple and it is part of the 88th Shikoku pilgrimage voyage. If you are into temples and shrines please visit Yakuri temple you will not regret it.
I've always been into temples, shrines, and holy places I believe it is part of something we cannot understand but also a blessing. Below is a statue in Yakuri Temple and it is part of the 88th Shikoku pilgrimage voyage. If you are into temples and shrines please visit Yakuri temple you will not regret it.
2024年10月08日
Majestic Mountains and Nature
Hello Everyone It's Sensei Bear! Here is another blog just for you!
I'm not sure if I have said this before and if I have I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am to be here in Japan and how fortunate WE all are to be here. Thus, I never tire of seeing mountains and nature all over Japan because this is a sign that people handle things carefully and always do better. Japan for me represents the future of how a country should be and the example it sets for the whole world. We can see this through its majestic mountains, valleys, and nature. Furthermore, it has wonderful people and cities. Please take a look at the picture below isn't it beautiful? Well. that's all for today see you all next time!
I'm not sure if I have said this before and if I have I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am to be here in Japan and how fortunate WE all are to be here. Thus, I never tire of seeing mountains and nature all over Japan because this is a sign that people handle things carefully and always do better. Japan for me represents the future of how a country should be and the example it sets for the whole world. We can see this through its majestic mountains, valleys, and nature. Furthermore, it has wonderful people and cities. Please take a look at the picture below isn't it beautiful? Well. that's all for today see you all next time!
