Up in the mountains

Currently typing on antiquated computer so no photos of Matsumoto or Takeyama for now. Slept on the train to Matsumoto which was odd as I slept fine the night previous; the castle was brilliant to see and move about in but some serious stairs (60 degree angles) to climb to get around. Not much else to do in the town but did end up having caramelised grasshoppers for tea (as well as other bits and pieces); went drinking afterwards in a tiny, awesomely decorated bar called "Elbow Room" - only a couple others went so much merriment was had.

Woke up late today  (lots of beer will do that) and travelled to Takeyama by bus - such brilliant views of the mountain with snow and tunnels and all sorts to see. Takeyama is definitely of a slower pace, already had one bath and now waiting for dinner in the traditional ryokan. Think I caught the sun in Matsumoto so factor 20 today. 

Please excuse any double m's or lack of spaces, working with tiny keys and trying not to hit the "type stuff in Japanese" button.  There is also the lack of a visible backspace button. It also seems I can't escape IE6 however many miles away - it follows me everywhere.

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John Noel

Yebisu Black was my poison of choice last night, very smooth after about a litre of Asahi Dry (or whatever the draft beer was at the isakaya). I do like quite a few of the local Japanese beers, certainly not got the pallette for sake or shochu yet.

shio

Oh, you went to Nagano? I can't wait to see your pictures of Matsumoto; the internet does not seem to do it justice so far.

Also, which beer? This is important.
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