J went to this kindergarten for 3 years while K was there for two years. My wife and I thought it would be time for a change and wanted to try out another kindergarten. [Read more…]
Changing Schools for Preschoolers: How We Handled It
Our Japan Vacation: Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Fuji Hakone, and Tokyo
For the longest time, since my two children came along, this is the first time my wife and I went for a vacation without them.
As I mentioned in the article, there were some reasons why we left them behind and had a holiday without children. [Read more…]
Japan Trip: Todaiji Temple and Nara Park in Nara
We touched down Kansai International Airport in Osaka at 8 am local time.
We were given some time to freshen up before we met our Japanese tour guide (a Taiwan born man who has been in Japan for 20 years) and boarded a bus heading Nara. Nara is about 45 minutes away from the airport. [Read more…]
Japan Trip: Osaka Castle
After having lunch in Nara, we were back in Osaka. This time we checked out Osaka Castle.
Since buses are not allowed to enter, it is quite a distance to walk to the castle. Osaka Castle is a true refection of Japanese architecture. [Read more…]
Japan Trip: Shopping at Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
Shinsaibashi (心齋橋) is considered one of the largest shopping areas in Osaka. Mind you, it is crowded as well. [Read more…]