Fujishiro-toge

This was taken from atop Fujishiro-toge, which is the largest hill in the garden.

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September 9th 2005
Today I went to the Rikugien Gardens, right near Komagome Station, and a few stops before Ueno Park. This garden was originally built in the year 1700, and contained miniature reproductions of 88 scenes from famous poems. Only a few of those reproductions still remain. I kept the garden information pamphlet, so I should have some real descriptions for the photos. ... 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

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