5 May 2010

It was the last day of Nick's week off, so I suggested another seaside trip, this time to Zushi. The weather was kind as it was much warmer this time. We spent a happy hour playing on the sand and taking a dip before heading to the Red Lobster for lunch. The shore there is scattered with some beautiful shells, and it is a pleasant place for a seaside day out, apart from the surprising dearth of decent toilet facilities.

After a blow-out meal where we over-ordered yet again, we had another hour or more back on the beach, with Nick braving the searing sun for a further swim. Along the beach we found that a sand sculpture competition was under way, with some large and impressive exhibits. We made some sculptures of our own, including various marine creatures and even Thomas and his coaches on a track!

I became quite absorbed making them and the sand was the perfect texture, velvety and moist.

This Golden Week been a success for us. No stress or planning, and a fraction of the usual cost with no shinkansen, flights or hotel bills.