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Originally Posted by Omaroo
Great stuff Paul 
I, too, lived in Japan for 18 months or so - split into two stints during the 70's and early 80's. I love the place. If I could go back to stay I would. I agree with Koputai - it's my favourite place in the world as well. I lived in Yokohama, near Yamate-Cho and just up the street from the famous Motomachi. From there we regularly took trips to Kamakura - my favourite place in Japan.
Another "fave" is Akihabara - the suburb of Tokyo (2 stations out) which is one giant suburb-wide electronics store. Fantastic! 
Have a great stay - it'll get to you, too, when you have to leave. |
Hi Chris, Kamakura is a great place. Not far from the big smoke but it feels like you're on an island somewhere. My favourite spots in Kamakura are Tsurugoka Hachimangu shrine (spelling???) and Kenchoji temple. I climbed to the top of the mountain behind Kenchoji where there is another sub-temple, reminded me of scenes from Monkey Magic. Amazing view, one side back to Yokohama/Tokyo, the other side over Kamakura and it's beach and the ocean. I did Kamakura last time in 2002.