Gunma prefecture,which takes in some of the most beautiful parts of the Japanese Alps, is a 4 hour drive from Tokyo.Forested mountains abound along with crystal clear rivers and ancient villages.
The village of Kanna was preparing for the Boys Day kite festival when we were there.
The poster below shows a former B grade celebrity who will MC. When I showed this poster to Japanese friends the reaction was " God, is she still alive?" and such like. Judging by the hair the photo was taken in the 80s.
Cruelty aside though, the carp kite festival they have is a fantastic event hundreds of kites are strung on cables across the thundering, clear river. It's a wonderful sight.
It's good to see you looking so well, Adam. I haven't been to Japan as yet but I look forward to doing so some day.
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