I decided that today would be the day I finally go someplace I've wanted to go since my arrival: The Tokyo National Museum. This is the largest and oldest museum in Japan, and had the largest collection of Japanese art in the world. It was amazing how old some of the artifacts were in this museum. I enjoyed seeing ancient weapons and scrolls from times gone by. I also loved seeing some of the artwork, like a 300 year old painting of Mt. Fuji (see attached picture). There was a nice outside garden that was worth a stroll once I was done in the main museum building.
From the museum, I walked over to Ueno Park. This park is the largest park in Tokyo, with a zoo, a temple and several museums located within it. There was also a scenic pond, Shinobazu Pond, that was nice and clear on this super hot day.
I also took the train to Tokyo Station so I could purchase my ticket for the train to Narita Airport tomorrow.
There were a few things I would have liked to see still, but I think I managed to see about 80% of what I really wanted to see. I really think Kyoto was the highlight of this trip though! I loves all the temples I saw and my stay at the Ryoken Montonogo was beyond expectations. It's time to relax and get ready for trip home tomorrow.
2 comments:
Scott..safe travels back to the main land! It sounds like u had a wonderful trip and we are all anxious to hear more when we see you on Tuesday....
Nice trip! Nice commentary. Sounds like you had lots of practice in getting un-lost! LU,AT
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