Enoshima, Kamakura, Tokyo, etc...

Hello All,

It is nearing the end of July. So much has gone on this month. First we welcomed Josh's sister Rebecca and her husband Peter to Japan. They visited for two weeks and we tried to pack in a lot of sight seeing. During their visit Ronan celebrated his 3rd birthday. This year he had a Thomas cake and extended family to help celebrate. This is a far cry from last year's single slice of cake from Sbarro's after eating take out Pizza in the Navy Lodge.

During R & P's time here, we went up to Gotemba at the base of Mt. Fuji. While up there we spent a day at Fuji Q Highland Amusement Park where Ronan got to see Thomasland and Rebecca, Peter and Josh rode some really hairy roller coasters. Rebecca and Peter visited an Onsen (Japanese bath) and reported that they enjoyed the experience.

We spent a few days in Tokyo, which in my opinion is just another big city. I am more partial to Kamakura. Speaking of Kamakura, we all hiked approximately 3 kilometers on a muddy trail to see the big Buddha. It was great. Peter became an expert at navigating the trains and subways while here.

We also took a day trip to Enoshima Island. It is a small island about 4 km in circumference. It is part of the city of Fujisawa. To get to it we hiked a 600 meter long bridge from the mainland to the island. While on Enoshima we ate at a restaurant called I Love NY PIZZA. This was the best pizza I have had in a long time. The owner hails from Brooklyn, NY and was most hospitable. Josh, Ronan and I will definitely be going back again and again while we are here in Japan.

Enjoy the pictures. Love to all my family and friends.

Kristin