Day 37: Pilgrims Bathe for Free

Steps: close to zero

Temples: None

We are not a on a tight budget for this trip and most days we’re not even close to reaching our daily spending’s limit.

The only times we get close, are rainy days like today, when we are staying put in a big city with eight extra hours on hand and nothing to do … Read more

Day 36: Parks, Pearls and Pizza in Bed

Steps: 27.272 (21,2km)

Temples: None

We didn’t have long to walk today, but decided to get going early anyway, since the rain was set to start around noon.

We made it to Uwajima without much hassle and went straight to Tenshaen garden, which has been designated by the government as one of the most beautiful places in Japan.

The garden … Read more