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Kyoto Day 3

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October 11th 2018
Today I had a pleasurable time exploring more of Kyoto’s temples, shrines, and gardens. My first stop was Nanzen-ji (“South Zen Temple”) which has a lush “stroll garden” with ponds and overhanging maples. The fall colors are just starting and I’m sure this will be even more spectacular in another month. There is a koi pond nearby with huge carp in it. This young tourist was fascinated ... 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