Some, er … holidays
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Here we are at the tail-end of the hottest summer on record about to squeeze what was to be a week’s holiday out of the remains of August (it’s only going to be 3 days for me: I’m coming back early for work) and the temperature has plummeted, clouds shroud the land, and the forecast is for 3 days of rain.
Why does this not surprise me?
We’re going to Takayama, an old town in Gifu Prefecture famous for its carpenters and the buildings they made, lacquer-ware, and beef (Mmmm … beef!). With any luck this trip will pull me out of a photographic slump in which I’ve found myself recently. Given the forecast, I predict I’ll be doing a lot of thinking in black and white. I’m glad I didn’t shell out for Kodachrome yesterday.
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Posted to General Rants • 2004.08.23 (Mon) • 08:34
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Posted by Silus Grok 2004.08.23, 09:46
Bon voyage!
Posted by nobirth 2004.08.23, 21:02
I look forward to seeing your shots. I went to Takayama last week and had a blast. The weather wasn’t great and I spent more time taking bad pictures with my new 50mm 1.8 than good, but it’s a gorgeous spot.
Posted by fleep... 2004.08.24, 11:03
Have fun in Takayama. It is my favourite part of Japan and one of the few places i could actually retire in. I always get back there at least twice a year. Be sure to try the Tofu Restaurant in the Old Area. Its amazing.
Posted by Kyle 2004.08.24, 16:19
Sounds good — I’m looking very forward to seeing what you come up with!
Posted by Jonah 2004.08.26, 00:01
I went to Takayama back in March of 2003 and had a great time. It is one of my favorite places in Japan and is a great place to take photos. Have fun!
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