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Satsuki Matsuri

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After a tough week, turned out to this small matsuri (祭り = Festival) in support of some friend’s kids, who were performing in the parade and live stage. Like all festivals in Japan, these community building events are a buzzing display of local food, culture and entertainment.
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Where dreams are made

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With unexpected good weather over this weekend, a drive out into the “country” was decided on. Heading north, the destination soon became Sera (世羅), in particular, せら夢公園 (SeraYumeKouenn – Sera Dream Park). This particular park funded by Japanese taxpayer dollars, is in the middle of nowhere. The roads leading to the park are new and wide supporting crowds of people from all over the ken. Officially opened in early April 2006, after an initial visit last year whilst my parents were visiting, this second time out did not disappoint.
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Welcome all.  Currently enrolled in Blogging 101.  Feel free to come and view my ramblings.

If all goes according to plan, will be adding some details of some recent events (April/May) over the next week or so.