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Tō
To-Ji Pagoda, Kyoto, Japan
Tō-ji temple (東寺) in Kyoto is an impressive temple complex containing gardens, historic buildings, and beautiful sculptures. However, the most famous feature is its 5-story pagoda, which is the tallest wooden structure in Japan, at 54.8 meters (187 feet
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Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Aerial Photograph of Kansai International Airport at JAPAN in 2007. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Kansai International Airport, also known as Osaka Airport or KIX, is located outside of Osaka on a man-made island in Osaka Bay. It serves both international and domestic airplane routes
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Kyoto Tower Dai
Kyoto Tower Dai-Ni Hotel
Families will find the Kyoto Tower Dai-Ni Hotel a convenient base for exploring Kyoto. The 303 guest rooms are small, typical of Japanese hotels, but clean and comfortable with private bathrooms and the usual amenities. The facilities are not extensive, but the loca
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Gion district of Kyoto
Geisha at the Gion-shirakawa festival in Kyoto 2; 孝比呂、舞妓、京都
Gion is a traditional district of Kyoto in front of Yasaka Shrine. Over time it evolved into an exclusive entertainment district, but was originally just a place serving the needs of visitors to the shrine. There are now beautifully
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Yosakoi Festival (Kochi 高知市 Aug 9
Yosakoi Festival
In 1954, a variation of the Awa Odori premiered in Kochi City on the small island of Shikoku. It is a very energetic dance that incorporates both traditional and modern styles of music and steps, and it quickly gained popularity and spread throughout all of J
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Kyoto City Bus
Kyoto Bus
The Kyoto city buses are an economical and convenient way to travel around the city. Most start at a terminal in front of Kyoto Station. Routes are marked by number and have lists of popular sites they go to. Away from Kyoto Station, stops are well marked and usually have a small s
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Ginkaku
Ginkaku-ji (銀閣寺, lit. “Temple of the Silver Pavilion”), officially named Jishō-ji (慈照寺, lit. “Temple of Shining Mercy”)
Jisho-ji (慈照寺), “Temple of Shining Mercy” is better known by its common name, Ginkaku-ji (銀閣寺), “Temple of the Silver Pavilion.” The reason i
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Hanabi July
Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival
The Sumida River Fireworks Festival (Sumidagawa Hanabi Taikai 隅田川花火大会) is one of the major fireworks shows in Tokyo. On the last Saturday of July, several tens of thousands of fireworks are launched from barges anchored along the Sumida River between Ryogoku an
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Nanzen
Nanzen-ji temple
Set in the forest at the base of Higashi-yama, this scenic area was a favorite place of Emperor Kameyama. He had a retreat palace built here in 1264. Later he became a student of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, and dedicated the place as a temple in 1291. Over the years the
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Honen
Honen-in moss entrance
Honen-in (法然院) temple was built in 1680 by the priest Nincho after being commended by priest Bambu to build a temple at the site to remind people of Honen. Honen is the name of the priest who founded the Pure Land Sect of Buddhism (浄土真宗, Jodo-shin-shu). In 1953, the
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Anraku
English: Main temple, Anraku-ji 日本語: 安楽寺 本堂 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Juren-san Anraku-ji (安楽寺) temple is only open to the public for a few weeks in May and November when blossoms in its garden are in full bloom and when autumn colours the leaves in a appealing beauty.
AnrakujiWP (Pho
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Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto
Philosopher’s Path, Kyoto
Though the name Philosopher’s Path (哲学の道) might evoke images of serious, kimono-clad men from centuries ago, strolling and discussing important matters, it really derives from the 20th century. It is a paved walkway next to a canal that is bordered by cherry
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Heian Jingu (平安神宮) Shrine in Kyoto
Heian Jingu Shrine
Heian Jingu 平安神宮 is a relatively modern shrine dedicated to two deified emperors, Kammu and Komei. The shrine was originally built in 1895 to celebrate the 1100th anniversary of the founding of Kyoto in 796. The city was constructed as the capital of Japan by E
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Kaiyukan Aquarium in Osaka
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan (海遊館 大阪)
Kaiyukan literally translates as “Ocean Play Place,” and that is a good description of one of the world’s largest aquariums. There are interesting and informative exhibits well-arranged for viewing enjoyment. The outside of the building is bright
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Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社) Shrine in Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Taisha 伏見稲荷大社
Inari-sama, the god of rice, has traditionally been one of the most important gods in the Shinto pantheon. He is also known as a patron of business, so even today has an important role in Japanese culture. Though there are over 32,000 small Inari shrin
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Tempozan Ferris Wheel in Osaka
Tempozan Ferris Wheel
At the time it was built, the Tempozan Ferris Wheel in Osaka was the largest and most technologically advanced Ferris wheel in the world, though subsequently the London Eye has usurped that claim. With a diameter of 100 meters (330 feet) and a maximum height of 112.5 me
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Kyoto Station
JR Kyoto Station
JR Kyōto Station (京都駅) is a modern building with soaring ceilings of steel and glass. Critics claimed that it would detract from the historic feel of the city, but despite the initial concern, the station has taken its place among the notable buildings in the city. The exter
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Porta Shopping Mall adjoining Kyoto Station
UNIQLO, Kyoto Station
There is an underground mall called Porta in front of Kyoto station. It has multiple entrances around the station area, including escalators leading down next to the main station entrance. If you take the escalator, you will find over 100 stores and restaurants, conveni
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Kinkaku
Kinkaku-ji 金閣寺
Kinkaku-ji literally translates as “The Temple of the Golden Pavilion.” One look will explain the name, since the 3-story structure is covered in shining gold leaf, reflecting in the pond next to it on sunny days. This beautiful landmark is one of the seventeen World Cu
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Ninna
仁和寺 (Ninna-ji)
Ninna-ji Temple (仁和寺) is the head temple of the Omuro school of the Shingon sect of Buddhism. It is one of the Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage sites. Instead of one major feature, it is notable for the scale of the grounds, with many areas to walk and beautiful buildings to see.
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