Japanese Traditional Lunch

Geisha and Golden Temples

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February 28th 2006
What a strange day. Something of seemingly little consequence happened last night. I was approached by a small (very small) japanese girl last night asking if she could take a photo with me (and who can blame her...). We got talking and eventually decided to visit the Kinkaku-Ji (golden temple) together. Kinkaku-Ji was stunning, especially as we where the first people through the gate so d ... 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