Imado Jinja Shrine

Last day of the trip, we visit Imado Jinja Shrine, the origin o "Maneki Neko" or "Beckoning Lucky Cat". Once upon a time, an old poor woman who lived in Imado (Asakusa) had to sell her cat sadly. In the dream, the cat told her to make its image in clay. She did so and soon sold the statue. The clay cats were so popular and she soon become rich by selling them.

Jindaiji

Jindaiji Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple in Chofu City, and the second oldest, after Sensoji Temple in Asakusa. So excited to visit Jindaiji and Kitaro Chaya at the same time.

Enoshima

It is a beautiful day! As a die-hard Japanese drama/movie fan, I have to visit to where Girl In The Sunny Place (陽だまりの彼女), Nagareboshi (流れ星), Taiyou no Uta (タイヨウのうた) shot. Enoshima is such a beautiful and peaceful place! So happy to see Fuji Mountain clearly!

Kamakura

At first, simply wanna visit Kamakurakoko Mae (the view of Slam Dunk opening), Kamakura is a beautiful and peaceful place!

Meiji Jingu

Meiji Jingu, a shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Emperor Meiji was the first emperor of modern Japan. He ascended to the throne in 1867 at the peak of the Meiji Restoration when Japan's feudal era came to an end and the emperor was restored to power. During the Meiji Period, Japan modernized and westernized herself to join the world's major powers by the time Emperor Meiji passed away in 1912.

Cherry Blossom @Shiba Park

It is a beautiful day! Slow walk in Shiba Park and Zojoji, happy to view late yaezakura:-D

Cherry Blossom @Sensoji Temple

As cherry blossom is in full blossom earlier this year, I always worry cannot view it. Thank God, happy to view late yaezakura:-D

Cherry Blossom @Ueno Park

Just view cherry blossom in Ueno Park at night last year, so we rush to there in the afternoon. Even though most of cherry blossom have been falling, many Japanese still gather happily. I can feel their passion! Happy to view some cherry blossom:-D

Cherry Blossom @Kaminari Gate Sensoji Temple

OHAYO~ Last day of the trip, we revisit Kaminari Gaten / Sensoji Temple in the early morning~ As it was raining and crowded with visitors on the first day, no mood to take photo. In the early morning, it is quite and peaceful here. The temple seems exceptionally sacred. The cherry blossom is beautiful in sunrise.

Cherry Blossom @Ueno Park

MAMMA MIA!!! It is raining and chill when we arrive Tokyo, I am nearly freezed!!! After visiting Kaminari Gate / Sensoji Temple and Skytree, we detour to Kappabashi Kitchen Town. To my disappointment, many shops are closing around 5pm (so early@@!?). A blessing in disguise, we find that we can go ahead to Ueno in the same direction (by walking!!!). My brother suggests to view Cherry Blossom at Ueno Park. Great!!! It is very special to view Cherry Blossom at night. It has been crowded with many people, so lively!!! I am so happy to view this Japanese traditional Religious Festival!!!