Irena's beautiful fall picture in this thread reminded me of some of the things I love about this country. Thought I'd share a few. Himeji Castle--AKA The White Heron. A beautiful, huge castle in Hyogo prefecture, near Kobe. Crappy weather, but a striking view. At the botanical garden at the foot of Himeji Castle. A statue in Iwakuni, near where I live. Plum Blossom time. Cherry and willow trees along the river near my house. Close up of cherry blossoms. My Wife
Thanks for sharing the pictures. They remind me of how beautiful some of Japan was when I visited a few years ago.
