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Celebrating The Unexpected

Susan Spann Blog July 11, 2018July 10, 2018Buddha, coffee, Japan, kakigori, latte, travel, unexpected

When traveling, I try to remember that closed itineraries–like closed fists–are unable to catch an unexpected blessing. Although I plan my travel in advance in fairly great detail, when I’m actually traveling I try to remain alert to the opportunities for spontaneous experiences, and to take advantage of them when I can. As a result, I get to enjoy the unexpected opportunities and sites that come my way. Here are just a few from the last week’s travels:

The Joy of Japanese Vending Machines

Susan Spann Blog June 1, 2017November 8, 2017coffee, Japan, jidohanbaiki, travel, vending machines

You can find jidohanbaiki (vending machines) in every train and bus station, hotel, and public area, as well as on many (if not most) streets in cities of any significant size.