We ventured out on Sunday to a town called Yanaka. It is one of only a few areas that survived earthquakes and bombings and still retains the feel of an old style town. There are many temples here, as well a a museum which was the studio and home of Asakura Fumio, a sculptor. The first floor contains his studio and the upper floors were where he lived. Visitors must take their shoes off and put on slippers to see the musuem and remove even those to go upstairs to the living area, because all of the floors are covered in Tatami mats.
It was a beautifully designed building, and very peaceful. And, while the top floors were not air conditioned, it was surprisingly cool given the extreme heat outside.
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