Navy Flower Power Egg The first painted eggs came from Mesopotamia, and because eggs were forbidden food during Lent, people painted eggs while Lent was being observed—after Lent, they would eat the eggs on Easter Day.
Beautifully decorated eggs “pysanka” are associated with Ukraine, and the oldest painted egg that was unearthed in northern Ukraine is dated to the end of the 17th century.
Japanese Seagull 885 train The sonic Seagull 885 Series waits at the station. It is an AC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated on limited express services by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu). Its speed is 81 mph/130 km/h. It has air brakes with regenerative braking. The track width is 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm).
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Fluffy.
Moon Pie shook paws with Fluffy the Brown Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
Fluffy gave you 1 "Navy Flower Power Egg" FULL SIZE
@ Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma, Japan In Japan there are more than 130 voice acting schools and 60% of the world’s animation films and TV shows are made in Japan. Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma, Japan One of the most famous hot springs resorts in Japan, with a large volume of high-quality hot spring water. Well known for many centuries as a place to soak in the natural mineral-rich hot spring waters. Dr. Erwin von Baelz, a German doctor, who worked for the Imperial family recommended the hot springs for their health benefits.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to OLDE.
Moon Pie shook paws with OLDE the Brown Sea Turtle. They both received one silver mole!
@ Scenic Mount Hanao "Right, we've said 'good morning' to a pet—how do we say 'How are you?'" Moon Pie consulted the tour guide. "O-genki desu ka. Then to say 'I'm fine', you say: Genki desu. Remember not to pronounce the 'u' on the end of 'desu'." Scenic Mount Hanao Which way to go? Which delightful scenic route is the best to take from this handy signpost? Mount Hanao is on Japan's Honshu island.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Wisp.
Moon Pie shook paws with Wisp the Wisp. They both received one silver mole!
@ Osaka Castle in Autumn Soba is a noodle dish made from buckwheat flour. It is served both hot and cold and is a healthy dish that is very popular in Japan.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Midnight.
Moon Pie shook paws with Midnight the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Osaka Port at Night Tsukemono pickles have been eaten in Japan since prehistoric times. They can be made with vegetables like radish eggplants and plum, they are bright and healthy.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Audrey.
Moon Pie shook paws with Audrey the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Mount Fuji Under cloud Matsumoto Castle, the oldest castle in Japan, is situated in Nagano Prefecture. Mount Fuji Under cloud This must be one of the most photographed mountains in the world, captured in all sorts of moods from sunlit, moonlit, at sunrise, dusk and sunset. Here we have a pensive Mount Fuji with its summit shrouded in cloud.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Daba.
Moon Pie shook paws with Daba the Dauntless Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kobe Waterfront at Night "The waiter at breakfast this morning said that Japan imports 80% of Jamaica’s yearly coffee production," remarked get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20. "That's a very high percentage! It's very nice coffee, I must say," responded Moon Pie. "It's Blue Mountain coffee, and is highly sought after. It's only grown on small family-run plantations at heights of over 7000 feet. It's a gourmet brew with mild flavour and it lacks the bitterness found in most coffees," remarked get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20. Kobe Waterfront at Night the sea is close to high mountains; there are many hills in Kobe is sandwiched between the mountains of Rokko, which tower over the back of the city, and the sea, at the front of the city. You can enjoy mountains, sea, and the city at the same time!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20.
Moon Pie shook paws with get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 and you found 5 Travel Tokens!
@ Kobe Skyline at Sunset Today, Japan has the third largest economy in the world. The country’s high-tech industry makes some of the most popular electronic products and vehicles in the world.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Sam.
Moon Pie shook paws with Sam the Brown Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sunset, Hiroshima “Let's just drink in this scene, shall we, Moon Pie?” suggested Brujula, sinking down on a convenient tree stump. Moon Pie agreed it was well worth spending some time there!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Brujula.
Moon Pie shook paws with Brujula the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Castle, Hiroshima Osaka is known for its unique food and culture and is the commercial center of Japan. The castle park for cherry blossom viewing is popular among tourists. Castle, Hiroshima This is a replica of the original castle. The style of the outside structure of the new castle is true to the original, but the inside is of contemporary style. The keep at the top has a balcony running outside, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding area.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Doctor Hoo.
Moon Pie shook paws with Doctor Hoo the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Origami Cranes, Hiroshima Today, Japan has the third largest economy in the world. The country’s high-tech industry makes some of the most popular electronic products and vehicles in the world. Origami Cranes, Hiroshima Japanese legend has it that if you fold one thousand orizuru (paper cranes) you will be granted a wish.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Hugo.
Moon Pie shook paws with Hugo the Wild White Tiger Cub. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tokyo at Sunset "A bit of trivia here, smokey!" remarked Moon Pie, reading from their tour brochure. "Can you name a famous Japanese animation film where a young girl is transformed into an old woman by a witch, then befriends a wizard and travels with him in an effort to break the spell?" "No, I don't know that one, Moon Pie!" "It's a 2004 film Howl's Moving Castle." Tokyo at Sunset Prominent in this image is the Rainbow Bridge on the right. Its name in Japanese is T?ky? K? Renrakuky?. Construction was completed in 1993. The towers supporting the bridge are white and lamps are placed on the wires supporting the bridge, illuminated in red, white and green every night using solar energy obtained during the day.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to smokey.
Moon Pie shook paws with smokey the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Pretty in Pink Kimonos In Japan there are more than 130 voice acting schools and 60% of the world’s animation films and TV shows are made in Japan. Pretty in Pink Kimonos A kimono is a T-shaped article of Japanese clothing. The word kimono comes from the Japanese verb to wear ki and "thing" mono. Kimono fabric was traditionally woven on a portable loom, 14 inches (35½ cm) wide and made into a bolt about 37 feet l(11.3 m) long. These bolts of cloth were then cut into lengths to sew the kimono. The sash worn like a type of wide cloth belt is known as the obi. There are many different styles of obi, and the knots or bows they are tied in have many variations. Kimono fabric can be made from silk, wool, cotton and nowadays from polyester. Chirimen silk is a fabric woven in Japan, made from silk but with ridges,
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Choose a name.
Moon Pie shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Japanese Lantern Oh look ... you won a pet! Japanese Lantern For cottage and informal gardens, city and courtyard gardens. The Japanese Lantern is named after the shape of the protective calyx around the inner red berries, which fades from its initial bright orange colour as autumn progresses to a fragile mesh, as shown here. It is ideal for planting in flower borders and beds. It is also ideal for flower arranging; cut stems for drying as the calyces begin to colour.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Henry.
Moon Pie shook paws with Henry the Chocolate Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Seeing Neon Tokyo International (Haneda—HND) is the largest airport in Japan. You can fly to 107 destinations with 36 airlines in scheduled passenger traffic. Seeing Neon There's something for everyone in Tokyo's vibrant nightlife scene! Opportunities abound for late-night shopping while the huge variety of clubs will make anyone want to stay up until the dawn!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Camo.
Moon Pie shook paws with Camo the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snow Macaque Tokyo International (Haneda—HND) is the largest airport in Japan. You can fly to 107 destinations with 36 airlines in scheduled passenger traffic. Snow Macaque A Japanese macaque and baby at the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park in Nagano, Chubu, Honshu. This is the only place in the world where monkeys bathe in hot springs!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to PetPet.
Moon Pie shook paws with PetPet the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Okinawa Glass Ceiling "A bit of trivia here, Polly Molly!" remarked Moon Pie, reading from their tour brochure. "Can you name a famous Japanese animation film where a young girl is transformed into an old woman by a witch, then befriends a wizard and travels with him in an effort to break the spell?" "No, I don't know that one, Moon Pie!" "It's a 2004 film Howl's Moving Castle." Okinawa Glass Ceiling Imagine having this beautiful stained glass ceiling with its multiple panels gloriously lit by the sun streaming through it!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Polly Molly.
Moon Pie shook paws with Polly Molly the Pink fish. They both received one silver mole!
@ Fan from Japan Tsukemono pickles have been eaten in Japan since prehistoric times. They can be made with vegetables like radish eggplants and plum, they are bright and healthy. Fan from Japan Quite often traditional handmade Japanese fans are sold with a stand in order that you may display your fan as an interior design piece in your office or home. Whereas in the West ladies will often purchase a hat for a formal events such as a wedding, in Japan this is a great opportunity to show off a stunning outfit-matching fan!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Storm.
Moon Pie shook paws with Storm the Vanilla Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Osaka Cityscape Honshu is the largest island that makes up the country of Japan. It is the seventh largest island and has the second most people after the island of Java with a population of over 100 million. The highest mountain on Honshu is the famous volcano Mount Fuji and the largest city is Tokyo. Osaka Cityscape Osaka (meaning 'large hill') is the third largest city in Japan by population, and is a major financial centre. It is home to the headquarters of multinational electronics corporations. Osaka is twinned with Chicago, San Francisco, Melbourne and Toronto, amongst other cities.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Feisty.
Moon Pie shook paws with Feisty the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Japanese Alpine Beauty Tsukemono pickles have been eaten in Japan since prehistoric times. They can be made with vegetables like radish eggplants and plum, they are bright and healthy. Japanese Alpine Beauty Thalictrum intermedium is an alpine perennial endemic to Japan, specifically to the alpine marshes of the Hokkaido and Kyushu regions. It flowers during July and August. It is related to the buttercup.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Scaredy Cat.
Moon Pie shook paws with Scaredy Cat the Scared Black Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kinkakuji Temple, Kyoto Tsukemono pickles have been eaten in Japan since prehistoric times. They can be made with vegetables like radish eggplants and plum, they are bright and healthy. Kinkakuji Temple, Kyoto A Shogun retirement villa, replaced several times over the years. This building is from 1955. The top two floors are entirely covered in gold leaf. It was the inspiration for the similarly named Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion), built by the Shogun's grandson on the other side of the city a few decades later
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Kia.
Moon Pie shook paws with Kia the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Mount Fuji in Mist The English word Viking became Japanese バイキング (baikingu), meaning "buffet", because the first restaurant in Japan to offer buffet-style meals, inspired by the Nordic smörgåsbord, was opened in 1958 by the Imperial Hotel under the name "Viking"! Mount Fuji in Mist What can one say about Mount Fuji? It is known in Japan as Fuji-san (the "san" is a respectful honorific). It is of course Japan's highest mountain, at 12,389 feet (3776m) and is an active volcano! It is one of Japan's three sacred mountains.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Panda.
Moon Pie shook paws with Panda the Panda Cub. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kyoto Style Kyoto is a cultural city of japan where streets are lined with ancient temples. Kyoto Style This über-chic window, consisting of a stylised heart shape with bars made to look like bamboo, graces a dwelling in Kyoto. Is it art nouveau? Art deco? Perhaps a blend of the two! Kyoto is known as the cultural capital of Japan, and with this as an example, that is small wonder.
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Snuggles.
Moon Pie shook paws with Snuggles the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
Snuggles gave you 1 "Travel Token - Japan" size 10
@ Japanese Shrine Fans Moon Pie has now completed her journey through Honshu! As she prepares to go home, she receives a wonderful gift! Deer, Loves To Skate Oh boy! My friends Fox and Bear have joined me at the frozen pond—on this glorious winter day. I love to skate, and I am so happy when the pond freezes over. I spend most winter days here on the pond, and Bear has asked me to help him with some ice-skating lessons.
I have my new yellow skates—as bright as the sun—and my grandmother knitted me a yellow scarf.
I love the feeling of pushing through the air, and when you feel the time is right, you leap and twirl and land gracefully. Why don’t you and your pets join us on the ice? I can help you so you can enjoy the wonderful wintertime sport of skating.
Japanese Shrine Fans The fan, or sensu was believed in antiquity to contain good spirits, and so miniature fans are often displayed at shrines to ward off evil. Moon Pie has enjoyed her journey through Honshu, but it is time to go home now! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also enjoy a journey through Japan!
While jaunting in Japan, you stopped to bow honorably to Ginger Spice.
Moon Pie shook paws with Ginger Spice the Gingerbread Cookie Kid. They both received one silver mole!
Ginger Spice gave you 1 "Deer, Loves To Skate" FULL SIZE