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The Japanese Image of The West

The Japanese Image of The West
by Jotter Scalems on October 25, 2009 in Asia & Pacific

This article is interesting to the Japanese scholar, the occasional traveller and just the person interested in culture and psychology.

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Travel Guide to Japan

Travel Guide to Japan
by Zattifier on October 7, 2009 in Japan

A rough but reliable guide to Japan. Explains food, transport and includes details about many areas of Japan.

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Vacation in Kyoto, Japan

Vacation in Kyoto, Japan
by BrandonGates on July 7, 2009 in Japan

Kyoto has been the capital city for more than ten centuries before the Emperor of the Japan decided to move the government to Tokyo. But there was one thing the Emperor could never move; Kyoto has over 2,000 temples and shrines. Further more, during your vacation in Kyoto you will come across on 14 major sites in the city with UNESCO World Heritage status and another three near the city.

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Six Unique Japanese Temples Further Explained

Six Unique Japanese Temples Further Explained
by Jotter Scalems on May 19, 2008 in Japan

What you need to know about these six Japanese temples in case you want to visit them. Handy if you are planning a trip to Japan and don’t know where to go.

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Japan – Land of the Cherry Blossoms

Japan – Land of the Cherry Blossoms
by Steve Tucker on May 19, 2007 in Japan

Although Japan would probably fit right into the United States, the country offers so many attractions to tourists. There are a lot of places that you can visit in Japan, from temples and shrines to popular eating places and museums.

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Kyoto Impressions

Kyoto Impressions
by Elijah Pask on October 31, 2006 in Japan

Our brief visit to Kyoto, and the impressions there of the Kiyomizu temple and staying in a ryokan

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