Last Day in Japan! (6/20)

Today was far less heavy than the day before had been. Since it was to be our last day in Japan, we were given most of the day off, with an optional excursion scheduled for the afternoon. We split into informal groups based on our plans for the day, and after a quick breakfast, went our separate ways.

Hayes had an awesome conversation with another guest, all in Japanese

My first stop was Hiroshima Castle, which dates back to the 1600s. The original was destroyed in the A-bombing, so the facility I saw was a reconstruction. I arrived before it officially opened, and killed some time on the castle grounds. The castle is right by the river, and I observed someone doing what appeared to be tai chi towards the rising sun. It was impressive to behold. I also scaled the large rock wall behind the castle, saw a stray cat that I attempted but unfortunately failed to befriend, and generally enjoyed the greenery that surrounded the site.