John gave presentations in Tokyo and Osaka and we spent a week visiting with friends and exploring new regions. During our April visit we were blessed with cherry blossoms, and this time Japan's autumn foliage was in full glory. We arrived in Tokyo, then spent a few days with friends in the countryside, including a stay at a Ryokan owned by a Sumo wrestler with great onsen (hot spring spa). I always love the small details in Japan which I find so aesthetically pleasing. (All