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March 30, 2012

Japanese Escargot – Common Snail

Ok. Seriously, this article is not about the food. It’s about the little creature…the snail. I found one speeding across a stone as fast as his little body would take him. I think it is a good photo of a snail from Japan, so I want to share it with whoever finds it interesting.

March 12, 2012

Sakura Blossoms Bring in Spring

Cherry blossoms, sakura in Japanese, once bloomed, announce to people in Japan that spring has come. Droves of people throughout Japan gather under sakura trees to admire the beautiful flowers. Temperatures are still cool, but warm enough where picnicking is possible. The act of viewing cherry blossoms and picnicking is called hanami. Those who take [...]