On May 27, 2007, I went to see the annual Yokaichi Odako Matsuri or Giant Kite Festival. Slightly past noon, they launched the first flight of the giant kite. What… Read more
I have a Lake Biwa Rowing Song photo exhibition at Yokaichi Public Library (2nd floor gallery) until May 20. I will be at the gallery on Sat. the 12th from… Read more
During New Year’s vacation, I visited Gokasho again. My second time. This time, I took many pictures with my digital camera. The pretty Hinamatsuri dolls were also displayed. I now… Read more
Imagine that your friends from overseas will visit you in Higashi-Omi. How would you explain or introduce your city in English? The city hall’s Web site has some English pages… Read more
When Higashiomi was first established, I wondered how they would spell the name of the city. I thought that “Higashi-Omi” would be the best way to spell it. However, I… Read more