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Kyoto

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September 25th 2008
Went to a costume museum yeaterday morning. This was a room full of 1/4 sized models of Japanese people in traditional wear and playing out a traditional day. It only cost about two pounds each to get in and Kirsty got to dress up in some Japanese clothes for no extra cost. After this we went to Nigashi Hanganji + Higashi Hanganjitemples. These are pretty, large buildings that are very importan ... 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