Fall has arrived, and with it my departure. I can’t believe my flight to Tokyo is tomorrow! I’ve been running around like a chicken with my head cut off the last few days getting things ready to go – visas, insurance, last minute planning, and of course packing.

My first stop is Japan. I’ll spend one night in Shinjuku before heading up to the mountains for some hiking, fall colors and hot springs. The weather forecast calls for thunderstorms and pouring rain, so maybe more of the latter. Wish me luck!