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Top 10 Spots For Kyoto’s Fall Foliage: Fiery Reds and Luscious Oranges in the Ancient City (2020)

In Kyoto, the autumn landscape and the distinctly Japanese scenery of the city’s temples and shrines converge to create unforgettable scenes.
KYOTANGO CITY, Japan – Col. Matthew W. Dalton, 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade commander, meets with Kyotango City Mayor Yasushi Nakayama, to discuss COVID-19 prevention measures, ways to improve information sharing, and a way-forward to enhance the U.S.-Japan alliance in the area during a visit to Kyotango City Hall Aug. 26. The 38th ADA Brigade command team is committed to preventing the spread of COVID-19. (Photo By Sgt. Raque)
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38th ADA Commander engages local leaders

Col. Matthew W. Dalton, 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade commander, meets with Kyotango City Mayor Yasushi Nakayama, to discuss COVID-19 prevention measures, ways to improve information sharing, and a way-forward to enhance the U.S.-Japan alliance in the area during a visit to Kyotango City Hall Aug. 26.
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Time to discover the 7 wonders of Kyoto, Japan

An early, two-hour ride on the bullet train brought me to one of the most postcard-worthy cities in the world. After hastily dropping off the bags at the hotel, I set off to enjoy the first rays of sun sipping through the bamboo forest of Arashiyama and wrapped up the day savoring matcha in a tea house of Gion.
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Uncover the secrets behind northern Kyoto's Kurotani Washi Paper

Washi paper is a traditional Japanese paper, wa (和) meaning Japanese and shi (紙) meaning paper. It is one of Japan’s most fundamental artistic products which has formed the backbone of many other Japanese art forms during its 1,300 years of production.
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Geisha in Kyoto Struggle to Protect Traditions in Face of Coronavirus

Once part of a booming industry displaying the elegant traditions of Japan, Kyoto’s Geisha now find themselves at a crossroads with the spread of the Coronavirus and lack of visitors to the famous Geisha districts.
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0 Yen Sightseeing! Top 10 Fun & Free Kyoto Spots

Kyoto is a popular tourist destination, but Japan often gets a reputation as being expensive – so is it hard to budget?
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) - Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Golden Pavillion and its garden were fashioned to represent the Buddhist's earthly paradise. The gorgeous, golden exterior is striking against the dark green forest and blue water pond in the garden surrounding it.
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VIDEO| Virtual Vacation: Kyoto, Japan

Welcome to virtual vacation video series where we can explore destinations from the comfort of our homes.
The Garden of Solitary Sitting in the Zhuiho-in sub-temple at Daitoku-ji, Kyoto, Japan. JOSEPH DITZLER/STARS AND STRIPES
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Visit Daitoku-ji temple in Kyoto to find tranquility, history

Drop “Zen” into conversation, and thoughts of one hand clapping or a properly maintained motorcycle may come to mind.
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Old and new mingle effortlessly in Kanazawa, Ishikawa

A brisk shinkansen ride from Tokyo through the bamboo-covered hills and rice paddies will bring you to Kanazawa, a charming coastal town often compared to Kyoto and referred to as the hidden pearl of the Japan Sea.
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Japan's green tea capital of Uji a great escape

From the dense forests of Nara, where deer roam free, to fascinating artisan villages that line up the spectacular northern coastline of Tango Peninsula, there is plenty to explore and enjoy in Kyoto Prefecture once you venture beyond the former Imperial capital. Uji is of such gem sites.