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6 Temples & Shrines Kiyomizu Temple in Early Spring Martijn Beckers A cold spring day at Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera: the perfect place to relax and enjoy the spring weather while exploring this popular..
Culture NAKED Art Station Kyoto 2023 Oct 13th - 21st 2023 Past Event The upcoming NAKED Art Station Kyoto event turns what is usually a utilitarian space into an impromptu art display.
12 Temples & Shrines Kyoto Kawai Jinja Shrine Tomoko Kamishima Kawai-jinja Shrine is near the south gate of Tadasu-no-mori Forest at the entrance of Shimogamo Jinja Shrine. Here, we can exp..
Culture Japanese Cinema Sites Euan Prentis What the avid film fan should look out for during their travels in Japan.
12 Historical The Beauty of Nijo-jo Castle - 3 Larry Knipfing Nijo-jo Castle in autumn is not vibrant with reds and oranges and purples like many other well-known Kyoto temples and gardens...
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