Though the weather was dark and rainy last weekend,
Hakone was still a beautiful sight! It was really nice visiting Odawara Castle
and seeing the past still standing in the present. I was really excited because
there was a really nice view from the top of the castle; you could see the
surrounding land and the leaves starting to change colour. Most importantly, I
could see the sea! I feel like I haven’t seen the sea, or been near it in a
long time, since I was used to having beaches close and easily accessible to me
where I lived. Maybe I’ll come across one on one of my adventures soon! I did
get to visit Lake Ashi, however, which looked so beautiful and peaceful with
the surrounding mountains and mist. With the bright red colour set amongst the
dark trees and glassy surface of the lake, the torii gates and the shrine there
was also quite a sight to behold! I’m really happy I have the opportunity to be
able to experience different parts and aspects of Japan like this, I still
can’t believe it!
