This one screams Kyoto even though it could have been almost anywhere. Welcome to Kyoto, Japan. The land of ancient temples, cherry blossoms, and, of course, tranquil Zen gardens that make you feel like you’ve…
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One if by Shin, Two if by Boat You walk out of the station not knowing what to expect. The high speed rail, or “bullet train” as Americans like to call it, dumped you off…
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Ah, behold the zen-like tranquility of a rock from a Zen garden on the island of Naoshima, Japan. I found this little garden while exploring the island known as “Art Island” because, well, it’s literally…
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Ah, the kimono—a garment that somehow manages to be both a fashion statement and a historical artifact, all while making you feel like you’ve stepped into a time machine. This watercolor piece, inspired by a…
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Picture this: you’re nestled in a quaint tea house in Kyoto, Japan, where the air is infused with the delicate aroma of freshly brewed matcha. Sunlight filters through a window that seems to have been…
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