From Kieran

Kieran wrote me a little piece about his experience in Japan:


Konnichiwa!
It’s Kieran here, fresh back from an amazing couple of weeks in ye ol’ Nippon! I had an absolutely incredible time – both in Tokyo and Nanyo, which although a tiny little place is full of characters and nice little quirks. Special mention should go to Satomi, Miyako, Eri and Marie, who are all fantastic and genuinely the nicest, most welcoming Japanese people you could ever hope to meet (even if you meet them over Pizza and not something a little more Japanese!)
I learnt a bit of Japanese, but mostly managed to get by with nervous bows and a smile – that’s all you really need. Saw some amazing sights too – Nikko outside of Tokyo was outstanding, as was Yamadera mountain temple and Zao Onsen (the awe-factor of a Japanese attraction is seemingly related to its altitude!)
Got some great memories, some great photos, and put together a cool film of my trip. It was really great spending time with Chris, and meeting his fantastic friends. I cannot recommend Japan highly enough. Even a short visit will, I’m sure, leave you completely enamoured with this beautiful country and its wonderful people. I would fly back in an instant!
KC
May 2008