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.

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.