Danny in Japan: 2008-05-18

During Golden Week (several Japanese holidays that occur during the first week of May), I planned to rest myself because it would be my last long holidays before leaving Japan. On the other hand, I did wanted to do something memorable like a short trip around Tokyo.

So, we decided to rent a car and travel to Izu Peninsula. Our goals were to experience all-you-can-eat-strawberry farm, and to see the ocean. We first had a trouble getting used to driving on the left side of the road, but after a while, it became natural. Also, all-you-can-eat-strawberry farm was definitely a must. I strongly recommend everyone to experience it. Lucky, the day we went was the last day of the season. The owner suggested that it would be more delicious in the winter. and the beach... coming from Hawaii, I am surprisingly amazed by Japanese beaches, but it had a different feeling to it.

My recommendation...

1. Make sure you get an international liscense before you study abroad

2. Give enough time to adjust yourself to the opposite side of the road

3. If possible, plan at least a two-day trip to Izu Penninsula ( I felt like it was too short)