Justin planned a day trip for us to drive to Joren waterfall in Izu. Since it's at least a 2 hour ride, we packed lots of snacks for the minis and headed out early (Early = about 10 AM because we're slow!). After a few missed exits and an unnamed navigator being relieved of their duties, we made it!
Although the steps down to the waterfall seemed to go on forever, the trees provided a welcome shade to the sun. There is a little shop about halfway down where you can rent fishing poles and nets, but we were just there to sightsee. There was also a wasabi farm (?) at the bottom which might explain why you could get wasabi flavored soft serve at all of the shops. Justin tried it (and liked it!), but the rest of us passed on that experience.
| "Yummy fish" |
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| C is always looking out for S! |
| Justin and Coop crossing over the water to explore more. |
| Quick stop at a noodle shop for an early dinner before heading home. |

