CIMG1897.JPG
Traditional hospitality
Date: 12/26/2006
Mr. Duke enjoys a traditional meal in a traditional setting
CIMG1900.JPG
Toyama City Council
Date: 12/26/2006
Mr. Duke tries out the mayor's seat at the Toyama City Council.
CIMG1911.JPG
Street Cars, Coca-cola, and McDonalds
Date: 12/26/2006
The red sign marks a McDonalds restaurant.
CIMG1912.JPG
Toyama Glass Studio
Date: 12/26/2006
Toyama Glass Studio is of world note, because of the variety of artistic glass production methods housed under one roof.
CIMG1917.JPG
Shoeless
Date: 12/26/2006
In a tradional indoor setting, like this beautiful tea room with its humbling low entry, no shoes are allowed.
CIMG1924.JPG
Portram
Date: 12/26/2006
Lightrail is a priority in Toyama. Mr. Duke is treated to an inaugural ride.
CIMG1929.JPG
museum
Date: 12/26/2006
His tour of modern Toyama was supplemented by visits to museum, like this old building with its artifacts.
