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Kyoto's most imposing shrine was built in 1884 to mark the 1,100th anniversary of the city. It is dedicated to the first and last Emperors to reside in the old capital. The bright orange and green main hall is a scaled down rep... more
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katastrophe said
… of the peaceful dragon) **Nijo Castle **Heian Shrine - 1884 **Katsura… continue reading »
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Ginkakuji, the Silver Pavilion, was constructed as a retreat by shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa in 1489 after the destruction of much of Kyoto in the Onin Civil War of 1467. Its rather somber feel contrasts with the dazzling Kinkakuj... more
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Travelling Lousies! said
… to see the famous Golden temple, Kinkaku-ji. It was rammed with school kids and at times it felt like you… continue reading »
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Ideal for picnics, walking or jogging the Imperial Palace Park located right in the heart of the city contains the buildings of the Imperial Palace. With its wide expanses of grass and small copses of trees, the park provides a... more
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Ryoanji is the world's most famous Zen stone garden and dates from the fifteenth century. Fifteen rocks are arranged in five groups within a walled rectangle of raked white gravel, perhaps representing the ocean or infinity. Co... more
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In Wanderland said
… Zen garden, and perhaps Kyoto’s most famous, is the one at Ryoanji Temple. This atmosphere… continue reading »
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Held on the 21st of every month, Toji market attracts traders and bargain-hunters from all over Japan and abroad. A good place to find antique Japanese furniture as well as household items, clothes, plants, kimonos and just abo... more
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The Japanese tea ceremony is world famous, but if you have no chance to be involved in one of these, a visit to Ippodo is definitely worthwhile. Ippodo have been in business since 1846 and stepping into the shop gives one a goo... more
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Soak in the atmosphere at recently refurbished Funaoka Onsen (actually a public bathhouse rather than a hot spring). Funaoka Onsen still retains many of the original Taisho era features from when it first opened its doors in 19... more
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1sweetjourney said
… to Kiko and Laurie and Dave and continued walking down Shijo Street. I stopped off in the Takashimaya… continue reading »
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Anyone with an interest in Japanese culture will certainly appreciate an evening at the Gion Corner Theater. The program includes performances by geisha and maiko (apprentice geisha) and other traditional artists, and it covers... more
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Another famed Kyoto landmark, Fushimi Inari is an eccentric and exhilarating sight. Literally thousands of bright orange torii (sacred Shinto gates) line the hillsides creating spectacular, bright tunnels. Established in AD 711... more
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angus said
… stops out of town to check out the Fushimi Inari Shrine. I had seen a few of my friends pictures… continue reading »
Amanohashidate Travel Experiences
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Japan - Tokyo and Kyoto
Arrived here on Wednesday evening and had a lovely view of Mount Fuji from the plane just before we came in to land. I stayed... Continue reading »
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Tea for Two
After a night of karaoke and Chu-Hai - fizzy, fruit flavoured alcohol - Jas and I decided to take it easy and avoid t... Continue reading »
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Sleeping in a Capsule
A five hour bus took us next to the bright lights and big city of Osaka. This is a great place to see modern Japanese life all around you... Continue reading »
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Top Ten Kyoto
1. Before you do anything else in Kyoto, make sure that you have reserved one of the lovely tatami rooms at Bola Bola Guesthouse. It is a... Continue reading »
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Kyoto
The Bullet Train does what it says on the tin. It just hammers between major cities at 300km/h. Punctually and in comfort. Now theres an... Continue reading »
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