Rice fields

Michiko, my aikido teacher, took Clayton, Chie, Amy and myself to some ancient rice fields in the mountains. We spent part of the day weeding the fields. It was backbreaking work and I will never look at a rice field in the same way again.

The farmers were friendly and I think they understood that any work we did in the field was of minimum help to them. they treated us to an amazingly delicious meal. I have always had a love for rice fields - I think it's the running water and getting your feet wet - One day I would like to live somewhere like this.


Some people work other play

Clay, Chie and a farmer walking back to base after a hard day in the fields.