Tofuku-ji Bridge View

Momiji: Japanese Maple (Finally It Looks Like Autumn)

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November 23rd 2005
Colorful leaves (koyo) are to the Japanese autumn what cherry blossoms are to spring. The viewing of autumn leaves has been a popular activity among the Japanese for centuries and today still draws large numbers of viewers to famous spots. Today, accompanied by Ayako, I went by Keihan Line to the temple of Tofuku-ji, one of the best, if not the best spot, in Kyoto to do some Momiji vie ... read more

Asia » Japan » Kyoto

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more