Japanese Gifts of History & a Tree in Second Life

Today began with moderate expectations. I saw this photo↑ taken in a Kimono Shop and thought I’d go see a Japanese retail sim. I found shops and people shopping, but there is so much more.

Nagasaki Bakumatsu↑ is full of that City’s history, with explanations and beautiful builds.

Nagasaki Bakumatsu (moderate)

Founded by the Portuguese, this was the primary location in Japan allowed to trade with outsiders for a very long time (something about the Spanish plan to invade seemed to annoy the rulers of the day so they limited contact).

The region displays a number of iconic National Treasures associated with Nagasaki’s history in the mid-19th Century (the Bakumatsu period when the isolationist policy ended).

Nagasaki Bakumatsu (moderate)

You’ll find a huge replica of the Kanrin-Maru↑, a faithful representation of the Glover Residence↑, a landmark church↑ and a temple where you can train with your Katana↑. They don’t require historically accurate dress, but do request that you not wear scripted weapons (apart from the sword) or appear too futuristic.

Next door is Kyoto Bakumatsu↑. I had just enough time to find the Japanese Language School, but I do plan to return and see what I can learn about that City.

Kyoto Bakumatsu (moderate)

Sticking with today’s Japanese theme, I wanted to share a gift I received this morning from Quark Fallen↑ – you’ll know him from his sim Leroy↑ and his landscape work.

I belong to his update group and the small open area next to my house is now the proud residence of this Ume Tree (Japanese Apricot). I love Second Life :)