We took an early train from Kyoto to Tsuruga to Iiyama where we were picked up and driven to our next destination — skiing at Tangram and Madero. We didn’t know much about this area, but one of Brian’s work contacts mentioned her friend owns a hotel at a ski area so we decided to check it out. The Brueys turned out to be perfect for us. We were dropped off at the mountain where our skies were waiting in a locker for us. Another perfect Brian planning move. We spent the rest of the afternoon skiing! It’s been at least 10 years since I’ve been on skies -- and a good 25 since I’ve skied a non-Midwest mountain - back when I was snowboarding! Needless to say, I was pretty nervous the first day. By the time we got back to the hotel, I was wiped out. But I rallied. We stopped by the bar where I had an amazing cocktail (Red Mustache - whiskey with cinnamon and maple flavors finished with foam top and cinnamon powder). After getting ourselves together we came back down for dinner. The restaurant, Pinchi’s Place, was fantastic. Since it was still early and we could barely stay awake, we decided to take an evening stroll. It was so gorgeous out. And, just look at all of that snow!
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