Traveling through a typhoon

But not after an earthquake or tsunami. I cannot imagine.

Tokyo to Kyoto.  In a word, spectacular.  

Wild weather temporarily derailed our bike trip in Japan. As a result, we were able to get to know Tokyo in a way that would have otherwise been impossible. Excellent food/particularly off the street, gracious people, fascinating sights and terrific travel companions!

Here's the basic itinerary with modifications due to weather.

Love Butterfield & Robinson's thinking:  

PS.  Our favorite Ryokan!!!  

Must read.

Newly Homeless in Japan Re-Establish Order Amid Chaos

Do you think there's hope for our country? I'd love to think so. 

Thanks, Barb, for the NYTimes link to this inspiring article.