Many beaches are still closed in Fukushima. This one at Yotsukura (四倉) just re-opened in the summer of 2013. However, I saw only a handful of people and surfers. Because of the earthquake, some of the land sunk, creating pools of standing water on the beaches. There is a lot of construction work going on, and tsunami debris still around.
Fukushima in 2013 - Part 1
Just returned from a trip to Fukushima. I have been there every year since 2011. I visit friends to see how they are doing. I wanted to see the realities of life - both the difficulties and the happiness. The tourist numbers are still low and there are still problems. Despite what we read in the media, and the impressions that we have, I encourage people to visit and see for themselves.
Project A - Birthday Project for Alicia
A few months ago, Alicia approached me for an unusual project - a photo project for her birthday. She wanted a fun project about her memories of growing up. After some time of planning, and discussion, we finally have the first photo. More on this project to come.
Former National Aerated Water Co., Ltd.
Visit to the Zoo
Whenever I visit the zoo, the nine-year-old in me becomes alive again. I have been fascinated with animals since I was a kid. I pore over encyclopedias of the animals and dinosaurs, memorising the names and descriptions.
Red panda (Ailurus fulgens)
Western Diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox)
Eastern Diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus)
Reticulated python (Python reticulus)
Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) "The Croc from Mars."