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Tourist or Traveler: Does the distinction matter anymore?
Now-a-days such distinctions have blurred somewhat. Traveller or a tourist, most often each is going somewhere with some anticipation of a good time as well as experiences not to be found at home. Continue reading
Archery Competitions at Sanjusangendo
Today, as in the past, Sanjusangendo remains the site of annual archery competitions. Continue reading
Sanjusangendo (Rengeo-in), Kyoto
There’s something other-worldly and even spine-tingling about the sight of 1001 Buddha statues stretching to infinity. Continue reading
Ginkakuji, The Silver Pavilion, Kyoto
I arrive at Ginkakuji (The Silver Pavilion) late in the day, my enthusiasm for one more heritage site flagging. Continue reading
Posted in Japan, Travel & Culture
Tagged Ginkakuji, Places to visit in Kyoto, Silver Pavilion, Yosa Buson
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Heading to Kyoto to Relax: Part 2
But most important, Kyoto is an epicurean’s delight. Bursting with temples, gardens, museums, galleries, restaurants, spas, artisan shops of every kind, boutiques and department stores—you can overdose on any one of them multiple times in a single day. Continue reading
Heading to Kyoto to Relax: Part 1
Japan’s outstanding attention to detail and superb levels of customer service make it the perfect place to place yourself in someone else’s capable and selfless hands. Japan will take care of you. Continue reading
Famous crackers and bean cakes
Senbei (crackers) are ubiquitous in Japan. Like senbei, bean cakes, too, are regional specialties. Continue reading
Posted in Food, Wine & Restaurants, Japan, Travel & Culture
Tagged Japanese bean cakes, Japanese crackers, Senbei, Yaki
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Tamba Winery
Finding that imported wines often did not suit the qualities of Japanese food, Tetsuo Kuroi set to making Western-style wines that would best complement Kyoto’s traditional cuisine. Continue reading
Kitamura Traditional Japanese Village
Designated a national preservation site, the locals don’t seem to mind the visitors poking about on their village streets gawking and taking photos. They go about their daily lives: gardening, posting letters, putting out washing. Continue reading