Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) used to be the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family until 1868, when the emperor and capital were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. Continue reading
Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto
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Daigoji Temple, Kyoto
Daigoji is a temple complex in southeastern Kyoto, which has been designated an UNESCO world heritage site. Continue reading
Golden Pavilion, Kyoto
Golden Pavilion Kyoto Japan: The Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji) is literally covered in gold – gold leaf. The Golden Pavilion is World Heritage listed and surround by beautiful gardens. Continue reading
Osaka Castle, Osaka
The construction of Osaka Castle (Osakajo) started in 1583 on the former site of the Ishiyama Honganji Temple, which had been destroyed by Oda Nobunaga thirteen years earlier. Continue reading
Shibuya, Tokyo
Shibuya is for the daughters of Ginza’s middle-aged lady shoppers–shops here are funky, cool and trendy. On weekends and after school, the area is filled with girls in various takes on the traditional Japanese school uniform. Continue reading