So on the 8th we went to Torigoe temple and watched a local festival where they burn their new years wishes and decoration offerings. At this particular festival the roast mochi (sticky rice balls) over the fire. I've read that burning the wishes is suppose to release the written prayers to the gods (kami) so they can be answered.Any way, wanted to make a post and to let everyone know that it might be a while before our next post. We are going to be leaving Yokohama and heading to Iga. You can look below at the calender and see the updates and our potential schedule. Keep in mind that schedule is very flexible.
from Iga we plan to hike to Kyoto, which we are guessing will take us 3-5 days. from there we have to get to Shimono-seki and over to south Korea.
We have another 3-4 day hike in Korea planed. There's going to be a Guinness book of world record event where we are hiking, on one of the days we are hiking. (Lucky us!) They are going to try to have the largest snowball fight in the world there.
Anyway, after that we have to catch our plane in Seoul to Manila. So it is entirely possible that we won't be able to update the blog until we get to Manila. So if there is no post in the next week or 2 don't worry. We are just out doing what we came to do, Hike and adventure!
Hi guys, looks like your seeing some really interesting places and new culture experiences, how cool is that. If you can't post maybe you could just make a quick call home. Were mothers, its are job to keep tabs on our children, no matter how old..lol Love the pictures. Love ya Mom
ReplyDeleteHi Jeff, Clark and Nate,
ReplyDeleteIt sounds/looks like you are having a blast...I love the pictures so does dad.
I understand you won't have computer access during your back packing trips....please assure me that when you get to the Phillipines that you will check in with the US Embassy...they will be able to advise what is safe, etc. Jeff, I love you bunches and care very much about your safety.
Happy Trails! Luv Mom