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| KYOTO has everything visitors could wish for, with more than 1,800 temples, hundreds of shrines, historical buildings, famous Japanese gardens and beauty spots among wooded hills. Not only historical buildings but also you can explore traditional Japanese foods, outfit and culture! |
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"KINKAKUJI" means "Golden Pavilion" in Japanese. One of the most famous locations. The reflection in the lake of the Pavilion is always breathtaking. |
You hardly find Geisha in town nowadays in Japan except Kyoto. The number of Geisha is decreasing. 100,000(1930) became 7,000(2000). |
"Todai-ji temple" built 752 to accommodate a colossal bronze statue the Buddha. Incredibly huge Buddha stature is sitting quietly been protected by this huge temple. |
Traditional culture is still here in Kyoto. Young generations are willing to learn Ikebana (flower arrangement) from elder generation.
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Cherry blossom covers the five-stories pagoda beautifully. The best time for blossom in Kyoto is the end of April. |
3rd of March is Girl's Day in Japan.. Children like dressing up with Kimono (traditional dress) on the day. This is the day that people wish girl's future happiness. Many family who has girls go to shrine and celebrate the day. |
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A bit more about
Kyoto! Kyoto means Western capital in Japanese. Actually it was Japan's capital for over 1,000 years, and during that time some of the Japanese arts, religion and culture developed here. It takes less than 3 hours by "Shinkansen-bullet train" from Tokyo. It is definitely worth a visit. |
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