…that this day last year, I had left Shinagawa on the Shinkasen Bullet train for the journey to Takayama via Nagoya.
O to be back in the highlands for the Autumn colours…..and that yummy Boulangerie with the most decadent pastries and croissants.
As for Takayama..if you ever get the opportunity to visit,grab the opportunity with both hands!
The blend of the ancient with the modern is well done…..and the people! so friendly…….especially when you attempt to speak their language.
Last Christmas,I even received a card from a wife & husband where we had many of our meals.










































