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| Here are some pictures from our recent journey to Kyoto... |
The world-famous bullet trains!
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We happened to be in Kyoto during the Gion Festival which celebrates the beginning of summer. The people of Kyoto build giant floats (6-7 stories tall)...
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A familiar sight near the tourist attractions throughout Kyoto...
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...and process through the streets of
Kyoto in a grand parade. It was
truly an amazing sight!
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Nijo Castle, built in 1603, was the official Kyoto residence
of the first Tokugawa Shogun Iemitsu.
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Looking down at the moat
from the Nijo Castle wall.
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The very colorful Heian Shrine was built in 1895 to commemorate
the 1,100th anniversary of the founding of the capital, Kyoto.
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Joel at the Chion-in Temple. Notice that he is walking around in his socks! You must take off your shoes when walking on the wooden floors of the temples.
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Joel and Lori standing in the breath-taking
Zen garden in front of the Silver Pavilion.
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Joel and Lori standing near
the Yasaka Pagoda.
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The Golden Pavilion, one of Kyoto's most
beautiful treasures, was built in the 1220's.
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The happy couple posing
near the Golden Pavilion!
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