Kyoto
3 essays from our time in Kyoto, in the order we wrote them.
A few photos from Japan
We've had a great time in Japan so far. I don't have much time for details right now, but here are some photos for you to enjoy from Tokyo and Kyoto. So far, I think the highlight for me has been the zen rock garden at Ryouanji. But I've also loved eating the food again, speaking and hearing…
Japan Trip Summary
Tadaima! I'm home from Japan, and had a great time. Here is a summary of the entire trip, with pictures.
A Short Visit to Kyoto
About an hour northeast of Osaka Japan lies Kyoto, a former capital of the country, and still a cultural treasure housing more temples, shrines, and gardens than any visitor could hope to see (almost 2,000 by some estimates). As we would only be there for two days (three nights) this trip, we…