Yesterday we visited Nara again for the first time in almost 9 years!

It was just as beautiful as we remembered it, and feels like the 'authentic' traditional Japan! It is not hard to see that this was the previous capital before Kyoto, and everything there is so peaceful and tranquil.

We met up with a friend and were treated to a delicious vegan lunch! Healthy and 'perfectly balanced' - just the way I like it! :-)

We visited the deer park 

Sarusawa Pond

Todaiji Temple

Witnessing the beautiful sunset

Overall it was a very special day which we will not forget!

We were shown the ever present Japanese hospitality,  (one of the main factors behind our desire to stay in this country!) treated to a delicious lunch, enjoyed a lovely conversation with a group of interesting and broad minded people, and shown around the incredible sites that Nara has to offer. 

We couldn't have asked for anything more.

Upon arriving home I had to teach straight away, but in the back of my mind I had dedided that I wanted to return to Nara. After finishing my lessons for the evening we ended up looking at accomodation in Nara and booked to return for 1 week in March! 

I am very excited to enjoy the tranquility of this historical area once again. The feeling, or 'vibe' or Nara is palpable, and everything just feels so peaceful and connected with nature. 

Once again today I am working from morning until night, so this column will be short! But when it comes to Nara, perhaps it is best to let the pictures do the talking anyway! :-)

Have a peaceful day everyone.

David

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I am a highly experienced professional English teacher, Yoga Instructor, Tai Chi teacher, Nutrition Consultant and Personal Trainer from London, UK. I recently left London to work and travel around Japan on a Working Holiday Visa with my best friend and longtime girlfriend Ashley (who is also a teacher on Cafetalk : https://cafetalk.com/tutors/profile/?id=54542&lang=en ). We love sharing adventures travelling, teaching, exploring and understanding new cultures. We hope to speak with you soon!

Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule a lesson at a time in which my schedule is not open. I will always do my best to accomodate every student.