Nijubashi Bridge

This is the forward half of the two bridges that comprise the Nijubashi, called the Meganebashi portion of the bridge. The front bridge.

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East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

September 17th 2014
This was one of those places that was simply under my radar. Had it been on my radar, I would have recognized that to tour the Imperial Palaceitself, you need to express an interest at least two weeks prior and be approved. So, I didn't get that done, but will have to reserve a visit there for my next trip to Japan. I got some idea of its importan ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo » Chiyoda

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

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