Path under autumn leaves on a bright day in Terada
I took this on my way to see my son perform in a school event. It was a beautiful day.
Red colors in Terada
Classical event hall in Uji
This venue in Uji hosts weddings and other big events in grand style.
Bridge and interchange over river
Layers
Great egret cruising low
If you pay attention, you might be surprised at the wildlife you can spot around the city.
Stone lanterns among rice paddies near expressway (horizontal)
These are the kinds of contrasts between tradition and modernity that I love happening upon in Kyoto.
Stone lanterns among rice paddies near expressway (vertical)
I didn't notice these giant rocks and stone lanterns until I was right next to them. The property probably belongs to a stone mason.
Mazda Roadster navigates rice paddies
I've always thought having a Roadster (called a Miata in America and elsewhere) would be fun.
Wavy expressway through farmland
The Keiji Bypass takes drivers around the busier interchanges closer to downtown Kyoto on the Meishin Expressway.
Red Honda navigates rice paddies near interchange
There is indeed a road behind the ears of rice, albeit a very narrow one with no guardrails.
Rice stalks near interchange
Traditional crops, modern transportation.
CX-5 parked near interchange
I drove out west from Uji to look for a mix of farmland and elevated highways. This is where I decided to park. I love how the red body looks with the red filter in black and white.
Small bridge and stone pagoda in Uji
Uji Bridge
Matcha cheesecake and orange juice in Uji
Stone statue of Ugajin looking over Uji from Mimurotoji Temple
Stone statue of Ugajin at Mimurotoji Temple
Plum blossoms with an industrial zone in the background
Large smokestack in Uji seen from Mimurotoji Temple
The Uji skyline from Mimurotoji Temple
Statue of Ragura opening his chest at Manpukuji Temple
Fusion food in a restaurant along the Uji River
Dragon fountain at Agata Shrine
