I selected to go to Japan as a result of I’ve all the time been fascinated by its distinctive mix of conventional and fashionable tradition. I additionally love Studio Ghibli and Kiki’s Supply Service. As a magician, I used to be significantly drawn to the thriller and class of the geisha districts, the historic significance of the shrines and castles, and the colourful and peculiar (in a great way) popular culture in locations like Tokyo and Harajuku. I like how foolish and eccentric Japanese tradition might be, but in addition how stress-free, stunning, respectful and completely different… There’s simply a lot there to discover! I like how many individuals put clothes on their canine and stroll them round in strollers (try the image beneath!).
What was the perfect expertise you had on the journey?
The very best expertise was positively visiting the magic bars in Tokyo. It was a mix of my ardour for magic with the native tradition, and the interactions there have been completely unforgettable. I met some actually wonderful feminine magicians whereas I used to be there!
The place was your favorite place to go to in Japan?
My favorite place was Kyoto, particularly the geisha district. The ambiance was so chill and the streets had been superbly steeped in custom, making it really feel like I had stepped again in time. Particularly I used to be in LOVE with the structure! I additionally actually loved Hakone which was very contrasting in comparison with Tokyo as a consequence of its surrounding nature – it was simply beautiful! The thick forests and consider of Mount Fuji had been very distinctive! I wouldn’t have thought to go there if I hadn’t been on the group tour.
I additionally beloved the cherry blossoms in all places and the parks and shrines we went to the place we may actually see them in bloom. I took this wonderful photograph that appears like a screensaver nearly at one of many temples…it’s so fairly with the blossoms in it. I can’t consider I took such a reasonably photograph – however that’s the factor! So many issues in Japan are simply so effortlessly fairly and delightful it’s not laborious to take an exquisite photograph.
