A few others at the temple...

Nara

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January 1st 2007
Hello, hello, What better way to start off the new year than at a shrine with hoards of Japanese women (a few dressed up to the nines in kimonos?!?!?) Of course, what could be better??? Deer!!! As it turns out, Deer are sacred in Nara in Japan so there are deer everywhere, roaming the temple grounds. It certainly makes for fun... and well, with all animals accustomed to humans, thus food ... read more

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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