When I returned from Japan in 1964, I lived everywhere for a little while. I never found an apartment here, but I found a few lounges I could hang in and remember. Nevertheless, it never was anything like Yokohama.
My compliments to Vicente A. for such a great Flickr photostream. Use this link to connect to his many excellent photos of Los Angeles, Hollywood and other west coast areas. RLH, Editor
I bought one when I arrived in Japan. It helped me get out into the countryside.
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A plane is a plane no matter what insignia it wears. I love planes and I love the color red. This is a beauty.
ALL NIPPON AIRWAYS
Sometime in the near future, I will be one one of these headed for Tokyo.
This would be the beginning of a perfect day, a fantasy come true. Getting to Japan would be a wish come true, but the Rolls Royce would be like the icing on the cake. Great capture. Red and Rolls Royce gray are perfect colors together.
There was a great difference between Yokosuka and Yokohama.
For many sailors, Yokosuka is their first glimpse of Japan. Because of the time that has passed, Yokosuka might be entirely different than it was, but a tour through Flickr of current photos of Yokosuka, I see that it is much the same as it was in the early 60s, a "hello and good-bye" kind of town.
For many sailors, Yokosuka is remembered because of fun and fond memories that were transient, lasting only as long as their ship was in port. Thousands of sailors have enjoyed the 72 hour liberties granted them upon arrival at Yokosuka.
Depending on their missions, some port calls lasted longer, thus permitting a more personal tour of Japan and its tourist sites. During the 60s, Westpac cruises were one of the joys of being a sailor in the United States Navy.
Imagine, however, two carriers and the many auxillary vessels arriving in Yokosuka with half the ship's company enjoying liberty. Yes, it was quite a sight, guite a party. Shore Patrols were definitely required to stroll the narrow streets and alleys where the bars were filled with thirsty sailors and marines.
Most sailors had sense enough not to tangle with a Marine. If there was an argument over a girl friend, the young woman usually magically disappeared to keep harmony on the streets. The last thing anyone wanted was "off limits" signs to be posted.
Sailors who were authorized to spend liberties in Yokohama found their way to "Yokohama's China Town" for non-stop fun and games. China Town might have appeared closed at dawn, but appearances are deceiving, the parties continued.
This is simply a short introduction to the differences between Yokosuka and Yokohama. If time allows, I will record other comparisons.
A MASTERPIECE in the impromteau category of photographic excellence.tokyo story by arndsan アーンド さん
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tokyo story by arndsan アーンド さん
THIS IS A SUPPLEMENT TO THE NEW YORK TRIBUNE, 31 JULY 1904
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Some of the most picturesque things to be seen by the visitor to the Island Empire of Japan (LOC)
New-York tribune. (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924
July 31, 1904, Image 43
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