Heian Shrine

Kyoto

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October 14th 2007
Our adventure finally took us to Kyoto, the old capital of Japan. Our first night, we've made reservations with K's House, a hostel that was recommended by two of our friends independently. In fact, the place was booked up and we were only able to secure a place for our first night in Kyoto. Given all of that, one would assume that it'd be a great place. Perhaps it's because we've been spoiled ... 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