Kyoto Station

Back in Kyoto

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March 30th 2006
After my side trip to Nara, I headed back to Kyoto to check into the Gojo guesthouse, my lodging for the next three nights. Once I got into Kyoto, I figured I'd walk to the guesthouse, but unfortunately I somehow ended up on the wrong side of town. I decided to give-up on the walking idea and grabbed the subway. Once I got off, I was positive I knew which way to go, but again, ended up going in th ... 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