Category: Photography
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Yesterday, I met friends. On the way, I stopped by the station. This station changed completely compared to 30 years ago. I don’t know the musician’s name … Video & Photos by LILI
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Last week, I visited Gifu Prefecture twice. I used to go there when I was a college student in Japan. At the time, I enjoyed driving my car. Gifu is surrounded by mountains. According to the article, forests cover roughly 80% of its land. And it is my grandfather’s hometown. Friends currently live there, so…
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Yesterday, I went to Gifu Prefecture with my childhood friend by car. While there, we had lunch with another friend. After lunch, we stopped by the Aeon Mall. It’s already the Christmas season. Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I am in my hometown now. Yesterday, I went to Gifu Prefecture, which is located next to Aichi Prefecture. I reunited with a female friend from high school. We talked and ate lunch together. We also went to see the Gifu Great Buddha. It is 13.7 meters tall and completed in 1832. Probably, the Gifu…
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Flight of Dreams is a small theme park at Chubu Centrair International Airport. I had time the next day after arriving in Nagoya, so I visited alone. Everyone can visit with free admission. Flight of Dreams:Centrair 1-1, Tokoname, Aichi 479-0081, Japan 「フライト オブ ドリームズ」は、中部セントレア国際空港敷地内にある小さなテーマパーク。名古屋に到着した翌日に時間があったので、1人で行ってきました。入場料は無料で、誰でも気軽に訪れることができます。 Aichi Museum of Flight Photos by LILI @liliflorida…
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Hello! I am in my hometown, Nagoya, now. Last night I arrived after 10PM. I was tired and stayed at a hotel. The temperature is 13C, colder than Florida. Nagoya【1】 I will share new photos soon! Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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OK! No context needed, so I don’t write anything…😅 「最近の写真を何枚かシェアしてください。説明は不要」とあるので、ホントに何も書いてないです…(笑) Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I love nature. Flowers make me feel happy. Crape myrtles grow in warm climates (I saw in Arkansas), but I have not seen them here. Florida is a big state. The climate of North Florida is not the same as South Florida. I have not seen snow for a long time. I miss winter. 自然が大好きなので、花をみるとハッピーな気分に。…
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Balboa Park is one of the popular attractions in San Diego, California. It hosts museums and gardens. In 1868, civic leaders took the 1,400 acres and wanted to create an iconic park. Two years later, the state legislature passed a law stating that the land would be held in trust for a park forever. San…
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Last Sunday, we went to the supermarket and saw pumpkins. There are so many different types of pumpkins. Pumpkin is called Kabocha in Japanese. Japanese pumpkins are a popular ingredient in soup and tempura (fried). According to the article, pumpkins were one of the many foods used by the Native American Indians. They domesticated pumpkins…
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Last night, suddenly the internet was disconnected. During the road trip, we wanted to eat Mexican or Tex-Mex foods. But Texas Roadhouse was right across from our hotel. We chose it for convenience. Texas Roadhouse Texas Roadhouse is an American steakhouse chain. The first restaurant was founded in Indiana. In 1993, the second Texas Roadhouse…
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On Sunday, I went to the park. It was a beautiful day. 日曜日、公園に行きました。久々、良い天気。 1羽大きい鳥が混ざってる…いや2羽かも。そして、鳥の数え方について迷った…匹でもOKかな?(笑) Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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The Harley-Davidson Museum is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Since William Harley and Arthur Davidson started building their first motorcycle in 1903, many people have loved the Harley brand. Harley-Davidson Museum:400 W Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 53201 What is so attractive? I think design and style. Harley-Davidson is one of the longest-running motorcycle companies. Unlike other…
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Hello! I found some old photos. I used to go to a driving school in Yamanashi Prefecture. Mt. Fuji is located on the border between Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures. When I was there, Mt. Fuji always looked so beautiful. 2002年の写真を見つけました。山梨県にある教習所に通ってた頃かな。富士山は山梨県と静岡県の間にあるから、滞在中はいつも富士山がきれいに見えたなぁって。 What’s the kindest thing someone has ever done for you? – LILI FLORIDA Photos by…
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Harley-Davidson was founded by William Harley and Arthur Davidson. They produced the first motorcycle in 1903 and sold 50 motorcycles in 1906. Today, there are many Harley-Davidson fans. I like Harley-Davidson motorcycles, but I am a small woman. I got a motorcycle license in my 20s and bought a Honda CMX250C (Rebel 250). Name the…
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Hello! Jackson is the capital of Mississippi. The city name Jackson is named after General Andrew Jackson. He is well known as a military hero. At 13, he joined the South Carolina militia. His mother was killed by disease, and older brothers were killed by war. At 14, he was an orphan. His dream was…
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Seminole State Park is on the shores of Lake Seminole. It was very quiet. Visitors can enjoy camping and fishing. I want to visit again. I love nature. There is a small town nearby. Seminole State Park:7870 State Park Rd, Donalsonville, GA 39845 少し前にムラゴンのブログに紹介したけど、写真と動画を全部載せなかったので… ジョージア州とフロリダ州の境にあるレイクセミノールエリアの州立公園です。 とにかく静かなところ。キャンプや釣りができるので、また行きたいな。 こういうところ大好きだし。近くには、ちょっとした町があったり… ジョージア州 – LILI EN…
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Hello, How is your week? First, I share the good news. Do you see double rainbows? The sky is beautiful, right? Second, I share the bad news. Heavy rain caused severe flooding in my hometown. About 104 mm (4.1 inches) of rain fell in an hour in Nagoya. The city subway and bus services resumed…
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According to the article, Monument Inn opened in 1974. The building has two floors, and the restaurant is on the second floor. Probably the first floor used to be a hotel. Monument Inn:4406 Independence Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571 The location is across the Juan Seguin Historic Park. Juan Seguin Historic Park – LILI EN…
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Buc-ee’s is a chain of travel centers. The head office is located in Texas. In Florida, there are only two locations, Daytona Beach and St. Augustin (2026). The first store opened in 1982. Compared to other gas stations, stores are huge. We visited the stores in Pass Christian, Mississippi, and in Ennis, Texas. The mascot…
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Today, we went to Miami. Freedom Tower (Torre de la Libertad) This place is historically important for Cubans (particularly the first-generation people). In 1925, the building was built for the office of The Miami News (1896-1988). In the 1960s, the government used the facility to process and document for Cubans. Cuban Community (Calle Ocho) There…
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I found old photos. When I saw San Jacinto Monument, I felt like I’d seen a similar one somewhere. San Jacinto Monument – LILI EN FLORIDA Yes, I saw the Washington Monument. The San Jacinto Monument is 567 feet (173 m), and the Washington Monument is 555 feet (169 m). I visited DC in 2008.…
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After Texas, we stopped by Hope, Arkansas. The original plan was to stay in Texas for a few days, but we couldn’t find cheap hotels in Dallas. Hope is located in the southwest of Arkansas. Do you know anything about the city? Every summer, the watermelon festival is held. Also, the town is the birthplace…
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Juan Seguin Historic Park is located in La Porte, between the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou. Juan Seguin Historic Park:4407 Independence Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571 Juan Seguin served as a political leader of Texans (Tejanos). He fought at the Battle of San Jacinto (1836) and led Texas to independence from Mexico. The next…
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Yesterday, we celebrated our wedding anniversary. We have been together over 21 years. Some of you already know about how we met. I have written several times. We met at a Japanese university. He came from America, but he is originally from Cuba (he was born and lived until 20). My major at a Japanese…
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I like photos in Mississippi. There are two bridges in Vicksburg. The old one was built in 1930, and the modern one was built in 1973. Both bridges are crossings of the Mississippi River. Mississippi Welcome Center:4210 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS 39180 個人的に、ミシシッピ州の写真が好き。ヴィックスバーグには2つの橋があって、古い方は1930年、新しい方は1973年に建設されました。どちらの橋もミシシッピ川に架かっています。 実はここ、無料のサービスエリア。優雅な気分で過ごせるし、きれいな写真が撮れるし、おすすめスポットです! Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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On the way to Texas, we stopped by New Orleans, Louisiana. We didn’t have enough time, so we only visited the French Quarter area. The French Quarter was founded by French Canadian naval officer Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville. Between 1762 and 1803, France transferred Louisiana to Spain. After 1803, the Louisiana Purchase transferred to…
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I really wanted to visit this place. USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park:2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36602 A few years ago, we visited a nearby town, but the road was closed due to flooding. This time, the weather was nice. We saw the battleship. The USS Alabama operated along the U.S. East Coast between 1942…
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Hi! How are you? We are currently on a road trip and are in Texas now. We left Florida last Saturday and arrived in Alabama the next day. Every day, we drive over 7 hours. I want to organize photos, so I will post blogs more often next week. Think back on your most memorable…
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Lately, it has been raining a lot. In the afternoon, I walked outside. I saw a rainbow. ここ最近、雨がたくさん降ります。午後は、外を散歩。虹が見えました。 Flowers (7) – LILI EN FLORIDA Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Hello, I had a short break. How was your weekend? Last week, we went to the Latino supermarket. I like collecting realistic miniatures. My collection (erasers) Japanese capsule toys are called “gacha gacha,” “gacha,” or “gachapon.” They are small collectible items sold in plastic capsules. You insert coins into the vending machine, turn the handle,…
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Summer is here. Florida is hot every day. Is Japan hot too? I am going to work in the garden tomorrow. 夏到来ということで、フロリダは毎日暑いです。日本も暑いかな?明日は庭仕事をしないと。 Flowers (6) – LILI EN FLORIDA Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Last weekend, we went to the shopping mall. There are several shopping malls in Florida. This mall is the one that has an arcade. Since I was young, I have often played action and racing games. Round 1 is the popular Japan-based amusement store chain. I know Dave & Buster’s. D&B is an American business.…
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My answer would be “Nagoya” now. I was born and raised there. In May, I visited my old school. I received an invitation to a school event, but I wanted to feel nostalgic alone. Memories from the past came back at once. I remembered the station name. I went to the same school for 12…
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Are you watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup? I watched the Japan vs. Sweden match on TV. This week, we found a kitten. He was hiding under a car. I don’t know how old he is. Maybe about two months old? His name is Shawn. So cute, right? 😊 Photos by LILI tumblr.com/liliflorida
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I saw beautiful flowers in Japan. The first one is Gazania. Shishito (green pepper) and lettuce are growing. I will show photos next time. Flowers (5) – LILI EN FLORIDA Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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One day before I left Tokyo, I visited the shrine. It was located within walking distance from my hotel. I am not from Tokyo, so I read the history of Anamori Inari Shrine. The shrine was originally founded in the late Edo period to protect the fields and homes in the Haneda Airport area. Other…
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Hello, I am back. I arrived in Florida yesterday. I spent two days in Tokyo. The first day, we went to Odaiba and Ginza. Odaiba お台場 Ginza is a luxury shopping district. My friend is an architect. In 2007, the Swatch Group inaugurated the Nicolas G. Hayek Center. There are several watch boutiques inside, and…
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The last stop is Tokyo. I met another friend yesterday. Odaiba is a popular shopping and entertainment district in Tokyo Bay. A guide to Odaiba – Tokyo’s entertainment island The female friend is a Gundam fan, so we went to see the Unicorn Gundam statue and the Gundam base. According to the official website, the…
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How was your weekend? I visited Toyama on Sunday. My friend lives there, so we traveled to the northern region. Toyama【2025】 The Iwase area is well known as a historic port town. During the Edo Period (1603-1867), Kitamae cargo ships served those that crossed the Sea of Japan. Visit Toyama Returning to downtown, we headed…
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Yesterday, we visited Nakamura Park. My dad likes Japanese history and watching NHK Taiga (samurai) dramas. This location is well known as the birthplace of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Toyokuni Shrine is located in the park. Toyotomi Hideyoshi was born as a farmer’s son and later became a samurai (kampaku). There are two other famous samurai, Oda…
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I visited the local park on Sunday. Tsuruma Park :1 Chome-1-1 Tsurumai, Showa Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 466-0064, Japan Rose and iris festivals are held between May and June. I like roses. Roses are beautiful flowers but have thorns. In other words, nothing is perfect. I saw young girls. They were taking photos. For TikTok or…
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I stopped by the Sakae area before going to Osu. Oasis 21 is a popular attraction in Nagoya. It is close to the shopping district and Nagoya TV Tower. The facility is eco-friendly, and the glass rooftop “Spaceship-Aqua” is nice. Sakae & Oasis 21 (English) オアシス21 (日本語) Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Good morning! Yesterday, I went to Osu again with my friend. We ate at a Turkish restaurant. Imported beers and water pipes (nargile, shisha, or hookah) are popular. We just ate there. Osu Shopping District 大須エリア【2026】 We have been friends for over 35 years. Happy New Year! (Japanese) Over 35 years of friendship… and still…
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I walk a lot every day. I think I lost weight… 😅 May is a good month to visit Japan. The weather is very nice. Flowers (4) – LILI EN FLORIDA Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Good morning from Japan!🌸 I wake up around 3AM or 4AM every day. Last Saturday, I visited the Osu area. Osu, Nagoya (English) Osu is one of the most popular shopping areas in Nagoya. Some articles describe it as a blend of Tokyo’s Akihabara and Harajuku. But I think it is a historical and cultural…
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I visited Higashi Betsuin (Buddhist temple) again. The weather was nice yesterday. I walked the Japanese garden next to the temple. I can’t believe that I walked over 12000 steps. Nagoya Higashi Betsuin Temple Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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The current time is 11AM on Sunday. In Nagoya, Weekend Eco Tickets (Donichi Eco Kippu ドニチエコきっぷ) are the best deal. You can ride all city subways and buses. I bought one and visited several places yesterday. Weekend Eco Ticket (Donichi Eco Kippu) Have you ever heard about the Great Buddha of Nagoya (Nagoya Daibutsu)? As a…
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I am in Nagoya now. I stayed in Osaka for one night. I woke up at 5AM and walked the park alone. There is an outlet mall near the park and Kansai International Airport. Rinku Park Osaka:1-271 Rinkuouraikita, Izumisano, Osaka 598-0048,Japan Rinku Premium Outlets : 3-28 Rinkuoraiminami, Izumisano, Osaka 598-8508,Japan Photos by LILI @liliflorida on…
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My first destination was Osaka. I stayed one night in a hotel. I am a minimalist. I chose the casual hotel. This type of hotel is called a business hotel in Japan. The target is business travelers. Compared to other hotels, rooms are smaller and prices are affordable. Kansai Airport Washington Hotel:1-7 Rinku Orai-kita, Izumisano-shi,…
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Thailand is a Buddhist country. According to articles, nearly 95% of Thailand’s population is Theravada Buddhist. Theravada Buddhism focuses on personal enlightenment through self-discipline and meditation. Japan is also a Buddhist country but practices Mahayana (Zen). Not only Buddhism but Japan also has a history of Shinto. My grandmother was a believer. She was born…
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We returned to the same Cuban restaurant. Cuban Restaurant in South Florida – LILI EN FLORIDA Polo Norte Cuban Restaurant The restaurant is located in the Cuban community. Inside the restaurant, you hear only Spanish. The menu is written in Spanish and English. I wanted to try something new, so I ordered a Cuban-style lasagna.…
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April is a fun month. Today, we went to the local event. Attendees and participants are tech enthusiasts, scientists, and artists. They share and collaborate on projects such as robotics, electronics, 3D printing, woodworking, AI, and more. I am not an engineer, but I am interested in 3D printing and woodworking. Maker Faire Miami I…
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Yesterday, I read this article. ↓ Here’s the best spot to take in a panoramic view at “the most beautiful Starbucks in the world” | SoraNews24 In November, I visited Toyama and went to Kansui Park (環水公園). The official name is Fugan Canal Kansui Park (富岩運河環水公園). It is located a short walk north of Toyama…
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Lately, I feel like many things are happening at once. To refresh my feelings, I took some photos. 最近、なんだか一度に色々なことが起きてる感じがするというか。気分転換に、ちょっと写真を撮りました。 I saw old posts. I have to adjust photo sizes. 😅 Flowers (3) – LILI EN FLORIDA Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I have been abroad for over 21 years. At 16, I stayed in Thailand, and at 22, in Spain. At 24, I was traveling back and forth between Japan and America. I feel like Thailand is my second hometown. When I visited Thailand, I wanted to live there forever. Thailand is actually a popular destination…
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I visited here many times when I was a kid. The Nagoya City Science Museum is located in Shirakawa Park. In the same area, there is also an art museum. Both museums have a long history. Nagoya is an industrial city, so the science museum has connections to the local institutions and companies. Opened in…
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Seto City is near my hometown, Nagoya City. The Seto area is famous for the production of traditional pottery. Kato Shirozaemon is credited as the first person to produce the pottery in the 13th century. He went to China and studied the art of pottery. Photos are a little old, so not good quality. I…
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The weather was nice today. Since I posted this blog, it has been 2 years. Some stray cats are missing, and new cats are living in the backyard. Green Is Good…🌳緑ってやっぱりいいなぁ… (Japanese) This one looks like my former cat. He suddenly came to my house and now is my pet. He is sweet and a good…
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I haven’t written about this shopping center yet. In November of last year, I visited Hawaii. I traveled with my parents, so we joined a group tour for Japanese tourists. Royal Hawaiian Center:2201 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 After arriving at the Honolulu airport, we went to the LeaLea Lounge in the Royal Hawaiian Center.…
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Lately, I haven’t posted travel blogs. Over 10 years ago, we cruised to the Bahamas. We returned the same day, so we didn’t stay long there. I posted a Japanese blog. バハマクルーズ (muragon.com) Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I want to share my cruise experience. I went on a cruise trip with classmates when I was a college student at Hospitality Management. The university offered a discounted cruise program to students. Cruise trips are very expensive in Japan. I asked a professor if I could bring my husband. He said OK. Two professors…
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I am originally from Nagoya, Japan. Chubu Centrair International Airport is a major airport in my hometown. Nagoya Airport (also called Komaki Airport or Nagoya Airfield) used to be a major airport until 2005, but it was replaced by Chubu Centrair International Airport. Chubu Centrair International Airport:Centrair 1-1, Tokoname City, Aichi 479-0881, Japan Chubu Centrair International…
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I hesitated to share photos I took at Pearl Harbor. But my eldest daughter is studying American history. According to the history I learned in Japan, World War II began in Europe in 1939. The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, and Japan and the US entered the war. Do you know what double rainbows…
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Las rosas rojas simbolizan la pasión. Las rosas rosadas simbolizan la felicidad. Hace poco, han vuelto a florecer. Las rosas tienen espinas, pero son hermosas. Me encantan. Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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My Japanese friend arrived on Christmas Eve and stayed until this morning. While she was staying in Florida, we went to the beach and shopping. Have you ever seen pelicans? I saw wild pelicans so close. The weather is nice. But yesterday and today are cold. The average temperature is 60°F (15°C). Photos…
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父のことを少し書こうかな。今は認知症なので、会話をしても「うん、うん」しか言ってくれないけど… 6年前まで、フロリダに1人で来ていました。アメリカ国内で乗り継ぎして、入国審査も問題なくて、ホント凄いなって。 父は中学卒業後に集団就職で寿司屋に就職したから、料理は得意だったけど、勉強は苦手。しかも、戦後すぐ学校に通っていたから、英語はほとんど勉強しなかった時代。 英語のアルファベットが全部言えないので、父がアメリカに来る時は、事前に私が紙に英語のフレーズと発音をカタカタで書いて、それを自宅に手紙と一緒に郵送。時間がある時にそれを覚えて、私がいるフロリダまで来てくれました。 残念ながら、今はもう無理…11月にハワイに一緒に行ったけど、誰かのヘルプがないと、ちょっと難しいかな。 父のお父さんは、第二次世界大戦で亡くなっています。父が生まれる前に兵士として戦場に行ったきり、行方不明。だから、父は、実父の顔を見たことがありません。父のお母さんは三味線の師匠だったので、2人だけの生活には困らなかったそう。でも、20歳の時に、突然亡くなりました。 中学卒業後は、集団就職で東京へ。寿司屋に弟子入りして、修行の日々。20歳を過ぎた頃に、叔父さんと一緒に寿司屋を経営。 ある日、お母さんの昔の教え子がお店に来て、「息子が選挙に出馬するから、サポートをして欲しい」と言われて快諾。お互い子供の頃から知り合いで、父はずっと客商売をしていたので、秘書の仕事が向いていたそう。 父のお母さんの昔の教え子は良家の娘さんで、政治家に嫁いだ人。代々政治家の家系で、みんな大卒。父がサポートしていた人も、アメリカの大学で勉強した経歴。ちょっと意外な組み合わせだったけど、いつも一緒に過ごしていました。 私は小さい頃、母から「同級生に、父の仕事を言わないように」と言われていました。父が会社員ではないことに、なんとなく気づいてた…だって、平日はいつも夜遅く帰ってきてたし、週末もほとんど家にいなかったから。それに、外出する時は、いつも高級ブランドの服を着たり、高級レストランやホテルに行くこともあったから。行くと、スーツ姿の男性達が大勢いたり。 後に、父が仕事場に連れてってくれるようになったので、色々事情があるだなっていうことを知るように。政治家さんにも子どもがいて、長女と私は同い年。小さい頃は、よく一緒に遊びました。これは、前のブログにも書いたと思います。 状況が変わってきたのは、私が高校生ぐらいの時かな。政治家さんが選挙で落選したのが始まりで、色々問題が出てきました。それで、父の仕事も変わって、親族が経営している会社で働き始めたけど、新しい環境に適応するのが大変だった様子。 私は父と母が口論しているところを見たことがあるし、父は入り婿だから、私の祖父 (母のお父さん) からも相当言われたみたいで、かわいそうだなって。母も板挟みになってて、そのストレスのはけ口が私に。まあ、それ以前から、精神的に安定していないところがあったけど、その頃から口論がヒートアップ。 大学に入学してから一時的に母との関係は良くなったけど、異性との交際で意見が合わなくて、再び対立。その時は祖父が間に入ってくれたけど、少ししてから祖父が別のところで生活するように。 言葉は悪いけど、自分の味方をしてくれる人がいなくなったから、私は家にいたくなかった。とにかくその頃は、お金を稼ぐことと勉強に集中。週末は、友達のアパートに何人かで集まって、よく一緒に過ごしたり。同世代が集まると、学校、仕事、趣味のどれかの話になって、朝まで語り合ったことも。 そうこうしているうちに、友達が社会人になって、私も大学に通いながら郵便局でお仕事を始めたり。自分の稼いだお金で親元から離れて生活することもできたけど、いつか留学したい気持ちがあったから。 10歳年上の相手とは、共に忙しかったし、同じライフステージにいなかった…だから、お互い自然に離れていった感じです。20年以上前は公務員だったし、別の職員さんから、「数年毎に転勤があるけど、結婚すると融通が利くこともある」って聞いたから。その時に、やっぱり年齢差ってあるんだなって。 誰かのために、私は目標をあきらめたくなかった…当時、私の在籍大学は、社会人も受けいれていました。講義は、午後9時頃まで。私は夕方や夜の講義の方が好きだったから、講義の後に友達と一緒に食べたり。寝るだけのために、家に帰る生活だったと思います。しかも、早朝から仕事だったから、家でのんびり朝食を食べる時間もなかったぐらい。 父と2人でいると、ホント静かで平和。 父が母の味方をしていたというより、父が母の言い分を全部受け止めていたから。 父がフロリダに来た時、実は「できちゃった結婚」だったことを聞きました。入籍は、私が生まれる2週間ぐらい前にしたって。父と母は10歳違いで、父には結構な額の借金があったから、私の祖父母は結婚を反対。それで、強行突破で一緒になったって。 思わず、「なんでお母さんは、私の交際を反対したの?」って聞いたら、「お前に苦労をさせたくなかったんだろう…」って。 でも、私の方がまともな考えを持っていたように思えたのは、なぜだろう…? (笑) フォトアルバムを見ていたら、2017年頃に温泉旅行に行った時の写真を発見。この旅館は、コロナパンデミックが始まってすぐなくなったけど… 昔のように話ができなくなったけど、父には長生きして欲しいです。 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I am sharing photos I took in Honolulu. At night, we went to the restaurant in the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel. There is a shopping center across the street. Needless to say, I saw many Asian tourists. After moving to Florida, I studied English hard. The reason was I couldn’t find Japanese speakers. I was…
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Kualoa Ranch We visited several places in Hawaii. Kualoa Ranch was beautiful. We wanted to stay longer, but we didn’t have enough time. Kualoa Ranch:49-560 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Tropical Farms Macadamia Nuts Do you like nuts? Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Outlet is a good place to buy nuts and coffee in Hawaii. I…
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Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 was open to the public between December 5 and 7. Art Basel Miami Beach Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Do you like pineapple? In Hawaii, pineapple cultivation began in the 1800s. Dole Plantation is one of the popular attractions that combines history and agriculture. Dole Plantation:64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa, HI 96786 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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We stayed in Holiday Inn Express Waikiki for 3 nights. It is in a convenient location. There are ABC Stores and Dean & DeLuca nearby. The continental breakfast was included. The room was clean, and the staff was friendly. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki:2058 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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In Hawaii, I joined a group tour with my parents. I like personal travel. But joining a group tour is sometimes better because I can save time. We stayed in Hawaii for 4 days. The first day, we arrived at Honolulu airport and went on a dinner cruise at night. I saw a lot of…
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Happy Holidays! Some of you might be off until Sunday. I returned to Florida on Tuesday. Next month, my friend is coming to Florida. She is going to stay for a few days, so I’m making plans. By the way, this year marks 20 years since I first visited America as a tourist. I feel…
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Another friend took me sightseeing. Toyama was cold… Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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I arrived in Tokyo last Saturday. Soon I went to the shower room in the airport and headed to Tokyo Skytree. Tokyo Skytree:1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan The original plan was to go sightseeing. But my friend and I changed the plan and spent time at the restaurant. We talked for 4…
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Do you know where Christmas is in Florida? フロリダ州に、「クリスマス」という町があるのをご存知ですか? The town is historical, and it was originally called Fort Christmas. We visited the museum in 2021. 歴史がある町で、元々は「フォート・クリスマス」と呼ばれていました。私達は、2021年に博物館を訪れました。 The first post office was opened in 1892. During the Christmas holiday season, you can send cards postmarked “Christmas, Florida” from the post office. 1892年に、最初の郵便局が開設。クリスマスの時期は、郵便局から「フロリダ州、クリスマス」消印のクリスマスカードを郵送できます。 Photos by LILI…
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The Koreshan State Park is beautiful. In 1893, Cyrus Reed Teed founded the community with a group of members in this area. After his death, membership declined. In 1961, the last members donated the property to the state. 「コレシャン州立公園」は、美しいところです。1893年、サイラス・リード・ティードがこの地に信者達とコミュニティを設立しました。彼の死後、信者数は減少。1961年、最後の信者達が州にこの土地を寄贈しました。 Koreshan State Park:3800 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL 33928 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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How are you? みなさん、いかがお過ごしですか? After an argument with my mom left me feeling down, I did some different activities. I cut tree branches and cleaned up the backyard. I also wrote a short essay. It wasn’t for a contest, just my thoughts. I sent it to the content editor. I can write better when I’m…
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Melbourne Beach is quiet and beautiful. Instead of swimming, I was watching my kids and the waves. Next time, I will take more photos. Melbourne Beach Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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The Edison and Ford Winter Estates are the historic homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. I was surprised that the two were friends. Do you like science and history? 「エジソン&フォード・ウィンター・エステーツ」は、トーマス・エジソンとヘンリー・フォードの歴史的な邸宅があるところです。私は、二人が友人だったことにビックリ。みなさんは、科学や歴史が好きですか? Edison and Ford Winter Estates:2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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One of my favorite places in Florida is Naples Botanical Garden. It was founded in 1993. There are more than 1,000 species of plants. フロリダ州にある好きなスポットの1つが、ネイプルズの植物園。1993年にオープンしました。1000を超える植物があります。 Naples Botanical Garden:4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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My second daughter loves mermaids. Over 70 years ago, Newton Perry wanted to attract visitors and began recruiting young girls to perform. Today, this park is one of the few places in Florida where you can watch the mermaid show. 次女は人魚が大好き。70年以上前、ニュートン・ペリーは観光客を呼び込もうと、若い女性達を集めてショーを始めました。現在、この公園はフロリダ州内で「マーメイドショー」がみれる数少ないスポットの1つです。 Weeki Wachee Springs State Park:6131 Commercial Way Spring Hill, FL 34606 Photos by LILI…
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After John Ringling died, the circus museum was established in 1948. Do you like the circus? ジョン・リングリングが亡くなった後、1948年にサーカスミュージアムが設立されました。みなさんは、サーカスが好きですか? Circus Museum:5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Over 100 years ago, John Ringling and his brothers ran a circus company. After their circus business became successful, John opened a museum to display his wife’s art collection. 100年以上前、ジョン・リングリングと兄弟達は、サーカス団を運営していました。サーカスのビジネスで成功した後、ジョンは妻のアートコレクションを紹介するために、ミュージアムをオープンしました。 John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art:5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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The Thai temple is located in South Florida. It is a quiet place. I have visited Thailand five times. サウスフロリダには、タイ寺院があります。とても落ち着く場所。タイには、今まで5回行きました。 Wat Buddharangsi:15200 S.W. 240th St. Miami, FL 33032 Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum is located in Palm Beach, Florida. He was a founder of the Florida East Coast Railway. This building was constructed in 1902. It was an ultra-luxury mansion used as a winter retreat until his death in 1913. Since 1960, it has been open to the public. フロリダ州のパームビーチには、ヘンリー・モリソン・フラグラーのミュージアムがあります。彼は、フロリダ東海岸鉄道を建設した実業家。この建物は、1902年に建てられました。とても贅沢なつくりで、彼が1913年に亡くなるまで、冬の別荘として使われていました。1960年からは、一般公開しています。 日本語での詳しい説明は、下記の記事をご覧ください。ライター名が表示されていませんが、私が執筆したものです。 鉄道好き必見!「フラグラーミュージアム」で学ぶフロリダの鉄道歴史 |トラベルjp…
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Yesterday, I went to the fondue restaurant with my family. It was my first time eating fondue in the US. The restaurant “Melting Pot” has over 90 locations in the US and Canada. Melting Pot | The Original Fondue Restaurant We chose the course menu. The appetizer was cheese fondue with veggies and bread. I…
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Stone Mountain is located near Atlanta, Georgia. It is approximately 1,686 feet (513 meters) high. Gutzon Borglum (1867-1941) carved three Civil War commanders and generals, Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and Stonewall Jackson, into the mountainside. Stone Mountain:1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 ジョージア州アトランタ近郊にある、「ストーン・マウンテン」。高さは約513メートル。ガットスン・ボーグラム(1867~1941年)によって、山腹に南北戦争の南軍の司令官・将軍3名、ジェファーソン・デイヴィス、ロバート・E・リー、ストーンウォール・ジャクソンが彫刻されています。 このスポットについての記事を書いたので、良かったらご覧ください。↓ ストーンマウンテンの魅力を徹底解説|子連れでも安心!アトランタ近郊の人気観光スポット | MamaTripp Photos by LILI @liliflorida…
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This morning, one blogger mentioned the Cuban sandwich. The Cuban sandwich is good. I almost forgot that I went to a Cuban restaurant last Sunday. Thank you for reminding me. This restaurant is popular in South Florida. I didn’t eat a Cuban sandwich, but I ordered a crema de queso (cheese soup) and camarones enchilados…
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The Old Sheldon Church Ruins are located in Yemassee, South Carolina. Yemassee is a small town with a population of around 1,500. This church is located in the town. Although it is called a church, no buildings remain. サウスカロライナ州のイェマシーにある、「シェルドン教会の遺跡」。イェマシーは小さな町で、住人は1500人いるかいないかぐらいです。そんな町にあるのが、この教会。教会といっても、建造物は残されていません。 Old Sheldon Church Ruins :948 Old Sheldon Church Rd Yemassee, SC 29945 Photos by LILI @liliflorida…
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The Georgia Guidestones were always mysterious. I visited there in 2021. Nobody knows who built them. They were built in 1980 and blown up by someone in 2022. 「ジョージア・ガイドストーン」は、ずっと謎のまま。私は2021年に訪れました。誰がつくったのかも不明。1980年につくられ、2022年に何者かの手によって爆破されました。 Georgia Guidestones: Monument mystery may have finally been solved Photos by LILI @liliflorida on Tumblr
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Daiso is a popular 100-yen shop in Japan. Daiso ダイソー The learner told me about Miniso, which is a popular store in China. Daiso is a Japanese company, and Miniso is a Chinese company. Miniso sells a lot of anime and kawaii goods. 「DAISO」じゃなくて「MINISO」 (muragon.com) There is a store in Miami Beach. I bought a…

