"Yes, we can. But we won't let on because you are being quiet and we like the lack of sound. Next time, you may want to find a closet with a door, though".We were at a charming guesthouse on the coast of Japan over the weekend with our friends and their children. Manazuru is a fishing village and a haven for divers. Very quiet. Not many people. We watched over the weekend as they were preparing for a festival which will take place next weekend; the floats being created, the drummers practicing, all the while watching mourners dressed in black on their way to the town cemetery.
We spent most of the time at the beach, Ariana having gotten over her fear of them since Hawaii. She loved running around and racing the waves. Here she is watching her feet disappear, but even thought that was funny.
The house was all of four rooms, but absolutely beautiful in it's simplicity.
We had a Japanese style dinner, prepared by the owner Yuki, and then rolled out futons at bedtime.
There are many guesthouses around Japan and staying in one is a great way to experience a bit of the lifestyle here.
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