First off in the seasons busy schedule was a trip to Yamaguchi-ken (County) for Aikos running club reunion. On the way we popped into a rather sad looking, small town zoo which was extra grey as it's December anyway. The animals were in quite small cages but the staff seemed to care a bit which doesn't quite justify it's existence but at least leaves you with a reasonable memory that the animals are looked after a bit.
Archie had lots of fun running up and down slopes and looking at the animals. One of the monkeys did throw something at John- not sure what that means- animals often don't like looking at their own reflections.... As you can see AJ never wastes an opportunity to make his Dad look stupid- or is that the other way round.
Aiko's reunion was held at a small Ryokan (Japanese Inn) in the countryside. 5 Ex-runners with 8 children...needless to say it was bedlam! Lots of gossiping and screaming kids- John took refuge with his beer....
Whilst at the Ryokan John had one of his 'I don't understand what this sign means' moments whilst visiting the baths- Shared variety: lots of naked men walking around and washing far too thoroughly! Thought the sign must mean Jacuzzi bath but what it actually meant was cold bath (with bubbles) but once committed didn't have the nerve to pull out! Anyway here a picture of everyone standing out in the rain before we left.
Whilst at the Ryokan John had one of his 'I don't understand what this sign means' moments whilst visiting the baths- Shared variety: lots of naked men walking around and washing far too thoroughly! Thought the sign must mean Jacuzzi bath but what it actually meant was cold bath (with bubbles) but once committed didn't have the nerve to pull out! Anyway here a picture of everyone standing out in the rain before we left.
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