Kyoto

Traditional or modern?

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May 18th 2017
Geo: 35.01, 135.75 - Kyoto In our minds Kyoto was the place to see the traditonal side of Japan. With so many heritage listed temples and shrines it seemed like the thing to do. However our first impression of Kyoto was the ultra modern Kyoto station. A steel and glass monolith with a massive main hall featuring exposed steel beams, recognisable from blocks away by its unique design. An absolut ... read more

Asia » Japan

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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