Japan 2015

Despite his best efforts, Ting fails to stow away in James’ suitcase.

The Robot Cafe in Shinjuku.

But can they play the drum solo on “Country Road”?

Henry in Ginza.

$30 per box of peaches. Whaaa???

Toilet time. Did NOT come with a manual.

The bullet train (Shinkansen). Those things are FAST!

The inside is very comfortable.

On the way to Nagano!

James’s rental car (a Honda Life), which he wishes were available in the US!

James walking through a “rest stop” on the Japan equivalent of the Massachussetts Turnpike.

James, Rufus and Henry.

Jeff Babko and Jimmy Johnson

Steve Gadd with Henry Taylor.

James trying out traditional footwear.

Yukata time!

James in Matsumoto.

Farewell at the ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) the Sho-ho in Matsumoto.

James at Matsumoto-Jo (castle). Photo by Kim Taylor.

This doodle by James appeared in the gala concert program in Matsumoto, Japan 9/1/15