Day 8 - Mt Fuji

View of Mt Fuji from the Train

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One of the best hostels I ever stayed.

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It was a long day of traveling - 8hrs, 3 train rides and 1 bus ride.

But when I saw the Cherry Blossom, it made my day.

Sakura

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Happiness =)

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I knew Cherry Blossom Season was over a few weeks ago, hence, I did not expect to see any Sakura. I was jumping with happiness when I saw these "Lazy" Sakura tree. I called them "Lazy" Sukura Tree, as they blossom much later.  

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Spring Time!!!

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White Flowers

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More Sakura

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Beautiful!

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While the Cherry Blossom I saw was not as pretty as those seen by my friends who visited during early April, but I am sure the joy that I experienced is not less than my friends. Seeing Sakura was totally unexpected, and it was a bonus for me. =)

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Manhole Cover in Mt Fuji Region

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Sunset View of Mt Fuji, visibility was not good.

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Sunset

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My Bicycle and a Cherry Blossom Tree

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Enjoyed myself thoroughly.

Cycling along the lake, enjoying the breeze and the view of Mt Fuji during Sunset.

How much would you pay for such an experience?

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Sunset

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I went to an Onsen in the evening. It was a better experience than the public bath. The toiletries are from Shiseido, and I got to enjoy the soaking in an open-air bath. I also challenged myself to dip into the icy cold bath after the warm bath. I did not enjoy it, but I was just challenging myself.

I got a pleasant surprise after my bath:

Sakura!!!

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For dinner, I decided to buy some food from the supermarket:

Organic Soya Drink

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Fried Squid, Bento Set, Pudding & Soya Drink.

Even the food from the Supermarket was good. =)