Hiking and climbing mountains inspired me into this life philosophy - LIFE IS A MOUNTAIN. Every step you make leads to summit. You may be forced to turn around or change routes for any cause, never know. But, stay focused and look forward. The mountain will be there always. Pace yourself and reach "your" summit, for every step counts. Enjoy the view and feed your soul as it comes along. Life is a journey, not a destination. Life is like climbing a mountain.....
Cherry blossoms are in full bloom in Tokyo now. There are many places to
view cherry blossoms in Tokyo. I hit some of the best cherry blossom
viewing spots:
Sumida River Park Ueno Park Rikugikan Tokyo Midtown
I particularly enjoyed Yozakura: cherry blossoms at night. Lanterns or
lights light up the blossoms at night. Hanami: flower viewing...is
popular not only during the daytime, but also at night.
Hidden gem of Yozakura is the streets up the hill next to Ark Hills from
Roppongi-Itchome towards the Embassy of Spain and Izumi Garden. The
blossoms of the large cherry trees along the streets are spectacular and perhaps not known by many because I hardly saw people
there. It could be a hidden gem for a cherry blossom viewing spot.
