It was a great thrill to reunite with our dear friend and long-time Peace Run supporter, Sujata, at our first ceremony of the day.
We were warmly received at Kyoto City Hall by a sizeable contingent of city representatives, all of whom had started the day an hour earlier than usual in order to be able to meet with us.
Director General HASEGAWA Shuji, Local Autonomy Office, City of Kyoto, gave a very moving and heartfelt speech.
A moment of peace.
The team was thrilled and delighted to each receive a gift of local handmade pottery.
Smiles all around.
Director General HASEGAWA Shuji leads the way.
Farewell!
Kaisei Elementary and Junior high school was our next port of call. For many of us this was our first time interacting with Japanese school children. They were so sweet and so well behaved!
We give clues and ask the children to guess which countries we are from.
A guard of honour as we finished our visit.
We were very happy to make a short visit to Mr Mario Ajiki at his Fuku Coffee Roastery shop.
Definitely worth a visit if you are in Kyoto.
Shimogyo Shosei Elementary School received us warmly. Here you can see Grahak impersonating a Kangaroo as a clue to help the children guess his country.
Presenting representatives from the school with a certificate of appreciation.
Students at Nijo Junior HIgh School demonstrated their sign language skills and also prepared an excellent english quiz.
What a delightful group of adolescents.
Our amateur theatre endeavours were well received.
We love Japan! Such enthusiasm!
We were very honoured to be welcomed to the World Hertiage Listed Nijo-Jo Castle by HINO Takayuki, Division Head, & NAKAMURA Ryota, Section Chief, Kyoto City Nijo-jo Castle Office.
