Saturday, March 01, 2008

Kushiro and Akan Lake


After arriving at Kushiro, we went to see Japanese cranes at Kushiro marsh. The cranes were considered by Japanese people to be a symbol of longevity and auspiciousness.


In front of the souvenir shop near the Kushiro marsh.


After checking in and having buffet dinner at the New Akan hotel, we went to see the demonstration of ice sculptures with light and sound in the front of the hotel.


The Japanese beds, or Futon, were provided for us at the hotel. Although the mattress was quite hard, the comforter was soft and thick. The pillow was stuffed with beans or buckwheats.

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