2009年7月8日水曜日

Beijin tour Day2

I woke up early on the second day. After having breakfast at my hotel, the guy from the agency took me and other guys to Temple of Heaven since we had time in the morning.
This famous temple, surrounded by the national park, was built in 15th century.
Unforunately, we didn't have chance to visit Forbidden City, but I was happy to see one of Chinese historical site.
National Park itself is also famous for tai chi practice of Chenese people.
To my surprise, quite a few people were practicing tai chi with techno music!
People practicing tai chi seem to enjoy themselves being seen by other poeple who also enjoy watching them.
In the afternoon we arrived at National Convention Center to have our performance.
It was the first time for me to perform with san-shin player.
San-shin is pluckled instrument in Okinawa, sounds like shami-sen.
This san-shin maestro, Mr. Yonaguni, also plays Kokyu, a traditional violin-like instrument in Okinawa. He is a funny guy.
Because of some trouble with PA system, our performance of this day was so-so, but we had a good time.
In the Evening we were invited to a restaurant which was famous for Beijin Duck.
Dinner was great, and someone ordered my favorite "huangjiu" for us.
Thank you!!

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