Another season arrives in Japan

Japan prides itself on its distinct seasons. Another one has rolled around though at first I didn't see how 'distinct' it was. They call it the rainy season and it took awhile, but the rain is indeed here. Fortunately, it's not just rain. The much needed rain bathes the rice fields; then the sun comes out and shows off the bright green landscape.

I took a ride on the Kibi plain this weekend and basked in the heat, sunshine, and countryside.