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"A Day in Kyoto" up .
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  On the way to Kyoto, Mt. Fuji lies in the view. Due to her magnificent shape and distinct atmospher, it is believed that Mt. Fuji represents the Japanse's "heart."  
 
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  Jishou-Ji (aka. Ginkaku-Ji) . In its garden, an "artificial Mt. Fuji" lies. It is made with pure white stones, through which people can admire the beauty and a mystique of Mt. Fuji.  
 
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  A street corner by Tou-Ji. Complex streets are typical scenery in Kyoto.      
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  On Buddha's birthday, following tradition, the visitors are pouring "Ama-cha (sweet tea)" over little Buddha's head.  
 
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  Koudai-Ji. It seems that the structure of Japanese shrines are meant to be blended into nature in any sense.  
 
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  A Japanese traditional garden is reflected on a door-protection at Koudai-Ji.  
 
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  "We do not really live. We are simply preparing for the life ahead." -Pascal  
 
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  Higashi Hongan-Ji. The temple has been repaired in a massive scale.  
 
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  Higashi Hongan-Ji. Under construction scenery.  
 
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  Higashi Hongan-Ji. At the main gate.