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Kyoto

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June 17th 2015
Though Kyoto is considered to be a must-visit city in Japan, it was the least favorite of my stops. I've heard that once you get into the surrounding hills/mountains, it's wonderful, but weather and time made it difficult. I did enjoy walking around the city and the Philosopher's Path was fine, but if I ever return I'll only spend time in the surrounding areas. The city itself is a wonderful ... 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