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Kyoto - Imperial Palace
The roof
12-Aug-1997
This shows clearly the thickness of the roof, constructed from the bark of the cypress trees.
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Kyoto - Imperial Palace
Gateways
12-Aug-1997
The vermillion paint here is a sign of happiness.
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Kyoto - Imperial Palace
Courtyard and gateway
12-Aug-1997
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Kyoto - Imperial Palace
Island in the ornamental lake
12-Aug-1997
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Kyoto - Imperial Palace
The outer wall
12-Aug-1997
The five white lines in the wall are a charactertistic of building belonging to the emperor
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Kyoto - Heian Shrine
Ornamental gateway
12-Aug-1997
Beautifully painted entrance to the main courtyard of the shrine. Japan respects both Buddhist and Shinto beliefs. They reserve the word temple for Buddhism and shrine for Shinto.
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Kyoto - Heian Shrine
Water for purification
12-Aug-1997
A feature of most temples and shrines, water is provided for cleaning and in some cases drinking, near the entrance. The Japanese routinely carry small towels around with them to dry themselves.
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Kyoto - Heian Shrine
Sue in front of the shrine
12-Aug-1997
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Kyoto - Heian Shrine
Mike in front of the gateway to the shrine
12-Aug-1997
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