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We have arrived in the ancestral Family farmhouse in the middle of Kyushu! Days spent riding along beautiful mountain roads, a 100k winding road along the sea, and though countless small villages. We spend a few hours touring Kumamoto Castle, climbing up to the top for a magnificent 360 degree view before heading inland to the family farm. Sister-in-law lives in the house these days, with her three grown children moving in or out as their social life dictates.
But the very best thing about getting here is..... I can drink good tea again! I've already downed four 'human' sized mugs of good black tea, and plan on four more! I was able to drink black tea on the overnight ferry as they had a big hot water dispenser.
Hey! We also go upgraded on the ferry to a much fancier room. We had purchased ordinary sleeper berths but because the boat wasn't so crowded, they bumped us up to the berths complete with private TV's! I didn:t watch any, but my wife did! I just thought it was an auspicious start to our trip.
And it was. So far, great roads, and great weather. A bit of a sprinkle late this afternoon, but we were only in it for a few minutes. We're off again tomorrow, in search of the Aso Vocano.... rumble, rumble, rumble!
Now back to tea drinking!
Stitchawl
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