Japan Immortalized

On the way to Tokyo we made a stop in Tsumago, an old post town. We stayed in a traditional Ryokan, slept on tatami mats and experienced the village, which has been preserved from its Samurai days (even the postal service retained their traditional uniforms). During the stay I enjoyed a short talk with a local farmer, of which I understood almost nothing. Though overall there was a great deal of warmth to the people and the whole community.