We had several train transfers to take us from Kabe to Narita Airport in Tokyo. After 23 days of wonderful weather it rained the entire way from Hiroshima to Tokyo. We could barely see the Himeji castle in the cloudy, foggy distance.
It still amazes me that we made all our train connections with only a few minor glitches.
We made it to Narita and picked up our two suitcases that had been delivered and stored there for us for $19.50 a piece. How incredible is that??? It made traveling a lot EASIER for us. We are so grateful to our friend, Osamu who arranged it all for us.
We walked around the airport and the waiting time seemed to zip by.
Using our phone cards that my aunt gave us to use throughout Japan, we called to thank all the people who had helped make our journey so happy and effortless.
It's so true that we could have had something healthy for our last treat from Japan... but what the heck. We got more ice cream instead. We still haven't tried all the flavors. I guess we'll have to go back.
We arrived at Honolulu International Airport and passed through customs in a jiffy.
Dennis' wife, Nancy had a fruit bouquet delivered to our home to welcome us all back. She was grateful that we returned her husband in one piece. We were grateful she let us borrow him for such a long time.
So glad you had a safe trip home. Thank you again for taking us along with you to Japan. It was a wonderful trip. Now if only you'd share that fruit bouquet....
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ReplyDeleteHello Kay !
ReplyDeleteSafe trip to go home...
Welcome home - it's been such a treat and a real honour to join you on your journey through Japan. What a wonderful country. You must have been sad to leave, but you have so many terrific memories. It will take you for ever to go through your photographs! Are you going to make a special album for them?
ReplyDeleteglad you are safely home. we visited himeji castle as my son had served in that town for awhile. will look forward to more photos. good you didn't have to fly to chicago to get home...you are closer to japan now and can maybe visit more often. get some needed sleep. welcome back to usa.
ReplyDeleteKay, I have truly enjoyed your trip. Thank you for taking us along. I'm glad everybody got home safe and sound. You made some very special memories to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteOmigosh! You and Art have had an incredible trip... and your family has been so gracious and welcoming everywhere. What memories!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Kay. You've been such fun to take this trip with!
I LOVE that fruit bouguet! It's not only beautiful, it makes my mouth water.
What a nice welcome home gift! Rest up. Then tell us more.
ReplyDeleteKay, I had a wonderful time reading all of your posts from Japan! Thanks for taking us along with you on your journey. I'm happy to see that you're back home safe and sound. (The fruit bouquet looks delicious!)
ReplyDeleteWelcome Home Kay!! Glad you got back in the Country so easily!! The edible arrangement looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed following along on your journey. I have eagerly awaited each post, to see what new adventure you had and the beautiful scenery along the way. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a trip! Thank you so much for sharing. I shall miss reading your trip updates and vicariously traveling along with your fun little group.
ReplyDeleteHi Kay! I have been following the entire journey, and I think it was fantastic!!I would never been able to keep up the pace, so kudos to you especially to your mom for being able to do that. I'll bet that you'll have to catch up on your sleep, and back in your own bed...should be just what the dr. ordered. Did you ever see or get near Sasebo, Japan? So happy that you are home safely.
ReplyDeleteWhere are we going on your next trip? And thanks for sharing!
You're the best!
A fruit bouquet! That's new to me! It's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe rain was surely Japan's tear to be losing you.
Thanks for the wonderful tour and sharing of family life.
Welcome home Kay. I was able to sit and catch up on your trip. The last stop for Art was so emotional that it brought tears to my eyes...Rest up...
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ReplyDeleteWhat a journey! The photo of the castle is dreamy. Thanks for sharing the journey with your photos. I am glad it was a good time with a happy ending.
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