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| Brief stop in Osaka |
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| Behind is Akashi-Kaikyo, the longest suspension bridge in the world. It links Hon-shu (Japan's main island) with Shikoku. |
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| This is Himei-ji castle |
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| Roof tiles bear the family crest of the lord that either built or repaired the castle. |
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| Around the castle, defensive and decorative ponds can host fishes and even turtles ! |
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| Our friends came to visit the place too :) |
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| In Japan, sewer outlets are often nicely decorated. This one has Osaka castle on it. |
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| Osaka castle. |
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| The weird and long building down there is Kinzo, the treasury house. |
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| Some sport dome |
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| Bento (lunch box) are handy to eat in the train. |
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