the temple (Senso-ji)

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January 3rd 2007
A new day in a new country Tokyo, Asakusa and some exploring for me to do. I headed to the temple (Senso-ji) armed with my camera let off a few shots. The place was pretty busy (being last day of New Year holidays) as people went in to prey and light incense. Many markets were to be found and I bought some cookies from one of the more famous stalls there. After finishing a walking tour of Asakus ... 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