We enjoyed Mount Takao so much from our previous trip, so we decided to bring everyone here today.
We chose the lift chair up instead of the cable car. Interestingly, everyone is excited in the ride except me. I still harbour the fear of dropping from the previous trip.
Souvenirs, but not something that would catch our eyes.
They have a liking for flying foxes here. We could see it everywhere.
Great tasting grilled mochi on a cold morning.
Taking our break of hot steamed bun before the climb to the summit.
Clear skies with little clouds.
It is almost the perfect time to ascent Mt Takao.
Resident dog belonging to a famous soba restaurant
Reaching the shrine is also the start of the vertical climb.
Caught a shot of the temple monks residing back to the quarter after their prayer.
Tired souls reaching the top of the shrine, but it is only the beginning.
Temporary reprieve.
Remnant of the autumn leaves.
The eventual happening when all is fallen and bare. The b&w shot has an eerie feel to it, doesn't it?
Our long saranghae shadow.
Almost there.
I like the silhouette of this image.
Top of the world feeling, while staring at the sun.
Not exactly at the sun, but Fuji-san.
We are thankful for the weather with clear blue skies, giving us a great view of the faraway mountain range.
The lovebirds has their private moment.
These lovebirds are inseparable, as always. Ha ha....
Making our descend.
Panorama view of Tokyo City in the distance.
I am glad to revisit Mount Takao. I am also relief because the folks were able to muster their strength and energy to climb to the summit. The walk is not easy, especially the vertical steps from the shrine up. In the end, they liked it there a lot, despite all the exhaustion and anticipation. Well there is no gain if no pain, and we left Mount Takao with wonderful memories and photos to keep.
And another travel trip awaiting....
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