The above picture is a scene from Sapporo. This is the biggest city on the island of Hokkaido and about a 2 hour train ride from Shikoai. The picture is not very clear but I didn't take it.

I want to be reminded again of the very exlierating experiences found in Japan. This image is actually taken from Osaka, but is representive of the vibrant street life in Japan. I cant wait to walk these lively streets again.

This is a picture of Obihiro station, a local train station in the next nearest large-city from Shikaoi. I will most likely be getting to know this station quite well.