Japan - April 2005

This is my 5th trip to Japan. A hectic work schedule as usual, but much more  relaxed this time since I knew where everything was. I got to see this huge display of bears. Each bear was painted and designed by a different country. It was really neat to see all of them together, it was supposed to symbolize peace or something like that. I also was lucky enough to be there during the one time every year that the cherry blossoms are in bloom. It was a beautiful sight to see.


 

A really nice courtyard in the middle of the city. A great place to take a break from the busy life in Tokyo

Same courtyard

One of the buildings lining the courtyard

A small restaurant hidden in the corner of the courtyard

A nice place to sit and take a break. Oh, and that's Kevin Hansen sitting down. One of our great assets in Japan

The cherry blossoms in full bloom

More cherry blossom shots