Ritsurin Garden Takamatsu Japan

Wonderful fall colors begin to unfold at Ritsurin Garden on the Shikoku Island.

Monkeys bonding by cleaning ticks out of each other

This shot was on Shidoshima Island on a nice warm day. I had a chance to hang with the locals as no other humans were around so they seemed to not mind me after awhile.

Afternoon cruise leaving Shodoshima Island via Ferry

The fresh ocean breeze revitalizes the spirit while passing islands pass like ducks on a pond. The Shodoshima Island ferry carries automobiles and passengers to and from Shikoku Island. Standing on the upper deck alone, one may feel as he or she is on a ghost ship.

Faded colors of age Shodoshima Island

Shodoshima Island has much character to be discovered.  Just walking about near the port of Kusakabehonmachi area one can see very old restaurants and structures such as this billboard that has been faded by time.  How long ago was this sign erected and do these plaques even have relevance today.  This is another area of Japan that seems to be stuck in time and it's wonderful.

Takamatsu Port a Slow Pace of Life

Takamatsu is a port city located in the Kagawa area on the island of Shikoku.  The fresh ocean air and its slow pace of life make it a great place to unwind.  Sanuki Udon is a very famous region specially dish that is highly recommended to try if you visit. 

Streets of Takamatsu

Salary men leaving the late night restaurant/drinking district in the port city of Takamatsu , Shikoku Japan.

The Oboke Gorge on the island of Shikoku is one of Japan's hidden jems.

The Yoshino River is one of the clearest and non-polluted rivers in Japan.   The area is surrounded by rugged mountains and countryside farmland. River rafting is also popular here to get a cool bath from the heat and humidity.