My wife and I took a bullet train 300 miles from Tokyo to Kyoto. The Golden Pavilion sits near a large pond and is close to the mountains. The second and third stories are adorned with pure gold leaf ...

In a city brimming with ancient temples, tranquil gardens (well, some are) and rich cultural heritage lies perhaps the most famous of all, at the top of every must-visit list when in Kyoto: the ...

While low tourist numbers have taken a toll on some Tokyo landmarks, Kyoto’s famous Kinkakuji Temple took the opportunity to for a full renovation. Work was completed in the last week of December, so ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Henry and Nancy Rosin Collection of ...

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