Illuminated Trees

Kyoto: Part 3

---

November 28th 2006
Last week I had the privilege of visiting Kyoto for a third time. I have already shared a fair amount about the wonders of Kyoto, so I will just focus on a few highlights. - The "Moss Temple". This was truly a unique experience, and I suspect relatively few westerners are able to make it out to this one. The general public requires special permission to visit, and because of this, the place w ... read more

Asia » Japan » Kyoto

---

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