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stock photography | Early Morning at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove , Arashiyama, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-ARASHIYAMA-BAMBOO-GROVE-0004. The iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, in the village of Sagano, is one of the most beautiful and serene places we visited during our travels through Japan. The path through the Arashiyama bamboo grove is short yet immersive. There's something almost magical about the light dappling on the forest floor. For maximum effect, approach the grove from the side gate of Tenryu-ji Temple. One of our lasting memories of the trip is the two of us standing hand in hand gazing up at the towering bamboo grove on a fresh Kyoto morning. The graceful bamboo pillars stretch up to the sky, whispering back and forth in the wind illuminated in the soft morning light. It's an incredible place!

Early Morning at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
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stock photography | Evening at Bamboo Grove, , Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-ARASHIYAMA-BAMBOO-GROVE-0005. Adashino Nenbutsuji is located at the end of the Saga-Toriimoto Preserved Street. The temple was founded in the early 9th century when the famous monk Kobo Daishi placed stone statues for the souls of the dead here. Today, the temple grounds are covered by hundreds of such stone statues. Adashino Nenbutsu-ji temple includes another, small bamboo forest not many tourists know about. This isn't the main bamboo path that Arashiyama is famous for but its just as pretty as the main one.

Evening at Bamboo Grove,
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stock photography | Dogashima Islands at Sunset, Nishiizu Dogashima, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-DOGASHIMA-0002. Dogashima in western Izu is famous for its dramatic stone formations, cliffs and caves formed by the lava flow of past volcanic eruptions and shoreline erosion. There are a great number of scenic spots on Dogashima Island, such as a national park, the Izu west coast, and Sanshiro Island, a natural treasure home to the rare 'tombolo phenomenon'. The best way to see the coast is from one of the frequently departing sightseeing boats, which briefly enter one of the larger caves. Visitors to Sanshiro Island during fine weather can also enjoy a sightseeing boat trip around the island. The cruises around Dogashima take about 20-25 minutes, although longer tours are also available.

Dogashima Islands at Sunset
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stock photography | Early Morning at Red Torii Gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-FUSHIMI-INARI-0001. Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha) is an important Shinto shrine in southern Kyoto. It is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which straddle a network of trails behind its main buildings. The trails lead into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari, which stands at 233 meters and belongs to the shrine grounds. Fushimi Inari was dedicated to the gods of rice and sake by the Hata family in the 8th century. As the role of agriculture diminished, deities were enrolled to ensure prosperity in business. Nowadays, the shrine is one of Japan's most popular, and is the head shrine for some 40,000 Inari shrines scattered the length and breadth of the country. With seemingly endless arcades of vermilion torii (shrine gates) spread across a thickly wooded mountain, this vast shrine complex is a world unto its own. It is, quite simply, one of the most impressive and memorable sights in Kyoto.

Early Morning at Red Torii Gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine
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stock photography | Ten Thousands of Red Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-FUSHIMI-INARI-0002. Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto is famous for the countless vermilion red Torii gates. The Torii gates are donations from companies, individuals or families and lead up to the main shrine at the top of the hill. Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Kyoto's landmarks and has been featured in countless movies as backdrop. The most well known movie is Memoirs of a Geisha. A torii is a traditional Japanese gate commonly found at the entry to a Shinto shrine. The basic structure of a torii is two columns that are topped with a horizontal rail. Slightly below the top rail is a second horizontal rail. A Torii Gate is literally a 'place where birds rest'. Torii are traditionally made from wood and are usually painted vermilion red.

Ten Thousands of Red Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine
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stock photography | Hatago Iwa #2 (Married Rocks), Togihitsumi, Shika, Hakui District, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HATAGO-IWA-0002. Hatago Iwa, also known as Noto Futami, are a pair of sacred rocks located in the sea a few kilometers north of the famous Ganmon rocks on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture. The rugged Noto Kongo coast is an attraction in itself on the Noto Peninsula. Amongst the important sights on this rough stretch of coastline is Hatago Iwa. Hatago Iwa is a pair of beautiful, weathered rocks sticking out of the water just a few meters off the coast. The two rocks are tied together by a shimenawa rope, a rope used in Shinto to mark the presence of sacred spirits, and on the larger of the two rocks is located a small shrine. The rocks are said to be a 'married' couple, one male and one female. Because the Hatago Iwa rocks are very similar to the Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) near the town of Futami on the Shima Peninsula, they are also referred to as Noto Futami.

Hatago Iwa #2 (Married Rocks)
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stock photography | Hatago Iwa #3 (Married Rocks), Togihitsumi, Shika, Hakui District, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HATAGO-IWA-0003. Hatago Iwa, also known as Noto Futami, are a pair of sacred rocks located in the sea a few kilometers north of the famous Ganmon rocks on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture. The rugged Noto Kongo coast is an attraction in itself on the Noto Peninsula. Amongst the important sights on this rough stretch of coastline is Hatago Iwa. Hatago Iwa is a pair of beautiful, weathered rocks sticking out of the water just a few meters off the coast. The two rocks are tied together by a shimenawa rope, a rope used in Shinto to mark the presence of sacred spirits, and on the larger of the two rocks is located a small shrine. The rocks are said to be a 'married' couple, one male and one female. Because the Hatago Iwa rocks are very similar to the Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) near the town of Futami on the Shima Peninsula, they are also referred to as Noto Futami.

Hatago Iwa #3 (Married Rocks)
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stock photography | Thirty Eight Birches at Sunrise, Seven Star Tree, Biei, Hokkaido, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HOKKAIDO-BIEI-0006. The photo captures a serene early winter morning near Biei, Hokkaido, where thirty-eight slender birch trees stand in a perfect row, their white trunks glowing with a soft red hue as the rising sun bathes them in warm light. The snow beneath the trees is freshly fallen, pristine and untouched, creating a crisp contrast to the vivid blue sky above. The air seems crisp and clean, as if carrying the pure essence of winter. The clear sky, devoid of clouds, adds to the calm and peaceful atmosphere, framing the striking birches against a backdrop of natural beauty.

Thirty Eight Birches at Sunrise
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stock photography | Ebisu Iwa and Daikoku Rock, Yoichi, Hokkaido, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HOKKAIDO-EBISU-IWA-0002. Ebisu Iwa and Daikoku Rock are two iconic rock formations located off the coast of Yoichi, a town on the western coast of Hokkaido, Japan. They are revered for their striking natural beauty and cultural significance, often serving as symbols of the rugged coastal scenery of this region. The two rocks together embody the dual blessings of good fortune, wealth, and safe seas. In the past, these formations may have been focal points for rituals and prayers by local fishermen, who relied on divine protection for bountiful catches and safe returns from the treacherous northern seas. The coast of Yoichi, where Ebisu Iwa and Daikoku Iwa are found, is renowned for its rugged beauty, with dramatic cliffs, crashing waves, and a wide view of the Sea of Japan. Visitors often stop at a viewing area on the mainland to admire these two striking formations, especially during sunset when the rocks are silhouetted against the vibrant sky. These rock formations are not just geological marvels but also cultural landmarks that represent both the natural beauty and the deep spiritual heritage of Yoichi and its maritime history.

Ebisu Iwa and Daikoku Rock
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stock photography | Torii Gate of the Toyosaki Konpira Shrine #2, Shosanbetsu, Hokkaido, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HOKKAIDO-TORII-GATE-0002. A stunning photograph captures the Torii Gate of Toyosaki Konpira Shrine in Shosanbetsu, Hokkaido, Japan. The iconic red gate stands tall against a backdrop of the endless Sea of Japan, its vibrant vermilion hue contrasting beautifully with the azure sky and deep blue waters. The gate's clean, symmetrical lines frame the view beyond, evoking a sense of serenity and connection to the natural world. On the horizon, Mount Rebun on Rebun Island rises majestically, its silhouette adding depth and a sense of distant wonder to the composition. The coastal breeze gently rustles the grasses in the foreground, adding a touch of motion to the scene. The soft light of early morning or late afternoon bathes the gate in a golden glow, enhancing the spiritual and tranquil atmosphere of this sacred location.

Torii Gate of the Toyosaki Konpira Shrine #2
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stock photography | Wakkanai's Fishing Boats in Winter, Hokkaido, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-HOKKAIDO-WAKKANAI-0002. Fishing boats in Wakkanai, located on the northern tip of Hokkaido, Japan, often spend winter on the shore due to the harsh and icy conditions in the Sea of Japan and the Sea of Okhotsk during this season. Winters in Wakkanai bring extremely cold temperatures, heavy snow, and powerful winds that make fishing difficult and sometimes impossible. Additionally, the coastal waters can develop ice floes that create hazardous conditions for small to medium-sized fishing boats. Most fishing activity in Wakkanai centres around summer and fall, with key catches like sea urchins, salmon, and crabs, which are abundant in warmer months. Winter provides a natural pause for maintenance and repair on these boats, giving fishermen the time needed to work on engines, hulls, and fishing gear. In some cases, the boats are pulled ashore or placed in dry docks to protect them from rough seas and freezing waters, ensuring they are ready for the next active fishing season. The snowy winter landscape surrounding the boats at rest has become a familiar sight in Wakkanai, and for some, it's even a point of local beauty and charm, capturing a peaceful period in the local fishing cycle.

Wakkanai's Fishing Boats in Winter
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stock photography | Night at the Okunoin Cemetery, Mount Koya, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KOYASAN-OKUNOIN-0001. Mount Koya (Koya-san / Koyasan) is a large temple settlement, a sacred Buddhist retreat and UNESCO World Heritage site in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan to the south of Osaka, where travellers can stay overnight at a temple, experience prayer rituals and discover the area beyond. No visit to Koya is complete until you've had a chance to make your way around Okunoin Cemetery. Okunoin (Oku-no-in) is the site of the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi (also known as Kukai), the founder of Shingon Buddhism and one of the most revered persons in the religious history of Japan. If visiting the Okunoin graveyard with light is interesting, after dawn it becomes one of the most impressive experiences you could have. A night time visit provides a special atmosphere that is quite different from that of a day time visit, but note that some parts of the path are poorly lit. The lamps illuminating the cemetery are now the main light source, and create a mysterious and very photogenic environment.

Night at the Okunoin Cemetery
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stock photography | Monk Walking at the Okunoin Cemetery, Mount Koya, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KOYASAN-OKUNOIN-0002. Koyasan, or Mount Koya, is the site of the headquarters of Japanese Shingon Buddhism. Its mountains are located to the south of Osaka in Wakayama Prefecture and are home to various ancient structures, including more than one hundred temples and the largest graveyard in the country. Today, Koyasan is a very popular pilgrimage destination for those looking to learn more about the religion's history, experience temple lodging and enjoy beautiful and picturesque scenery. While the precincts of the Koyasan temple complex are a fascinating destination even by day, they become even more intriguing and atmospheric after the sun goes down. Soak up history and mystique as you wander through the Okuno-in cemetery at night. This is a unique opportunity to experience Koyasan's spiritual side at a time when all of the other tourists have gone home.

Monk Walking at the Okunoin Cemetery
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stock photography | Sunrise at Kumomi Bay, Kumomi, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KUMOMI-0002. Kumomi Kaigan (Kumomi Beach) is a spot in Izu Peninsula's Matsuzaki Town, which claims to be the 'town with the most beautiful view of Mt. Fuji in the world'. This beach is known as one of the most scenic spots in all of Japan, offering views of rocks and cliffs that have been eroded by the waves. On a clear day, you will be able to marvel at Mt. Fuji right in front of you. The view beyond the Ushitsuki-iwa (Ushitsuki Rocks) - a pair of small and large rocks off the coast of this beach - is especially gorgeous. This beach is also popular as a diving spot.

Sunrise at Kumomi Bay
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stock photography | Senganmon and Mt. Fuji at Sunset, Kumomi, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KUMOMI-SENGANMON-0003. Senganmon and Mt Fuji seen across Suruga bay from Kumomi on the Izu peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan at sunset.

Senganmon and Mt. Fuji at Sunset
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stock photography | Ushitsukiiwa and Mt. Fuji at Sunset, Kumomi, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KUMOMI-USHITSUKIIWA-0001. Two small islands can be seen off the coast of Kumomi. The view of Mt. Fuji seen beyond Ushitsuki Rock is beautiful and is loved by many photographers as a perfect camera point. The unusual name Ushitsuki Rock has the following reason. A long time ago, there was a storm in the year of the child, and the Kumomi area was flooded. All the houses and livestock were swept out to sea, but the next morning, the cows were washed ashore on the rocks in front of the port, and they were safe. Since then, the people of Kumomi have called this rock Ushitsuki-iwa. Even today, people call large rocks 'Oushigi' and small rocks 'Koushigi', build torii gates, put up shimenawa, and pray for the safety of harbors and ships.

Ushitsukiiwa and Mt. Fuji at Sunset
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stock photography | Sunrise at Ushitsukiiwa, Kumomi, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KUMOMI-USHITSUKIIWA-0002. Two small islands can be seen off the coast of Kumomi. The view of Mt. Fuji seen beyond Ushitsuki Rock is beautiful and is loved by many photographers as a perfect camera point. The unusual name Ushitsuki Rock has the following reason. A long time ago, there was a storm in the year of the child, and the Kumomi area was flooded. All the houses and livestock were swept out to sea, but the next morning, the cows were washed ashore on the rocks in front of the port, and they were safe. Since then, the people of Kumomi have called this rock Ushitsuki-iwa. Even today, people call large rocks 'Oushigi' and small rocks 'Koushigi', build torii gates, put up shimenawa, and pray for the safety of harbors and ships.

Sunrise at Ushitsukiiwa
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stock photography | Ushitsukiiwa and Mt. Fuji, Kumomi, Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KUMOMI-USHITSUKIIWA-0003. Kumomi Coast is famous not only for the view you can get of Mt. Fuji across the boulders floating in the sea, but also because it is the southernmost point in the Izu Peninsula where you can get a full view of the sacred mountain. In the summer it flourishes as a picturesque swimming beach where you can get a frontal view of Mt. Fuji, and in recent years, it has prospered year-round as a famous spot for scuba diving and water sports. It is also popular as a camping ground.

Ushitsukiiwa and Mt. Fuji
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stock photography | Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KYOTO-GOLDEN-PAVILION-0002. Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. Formally known as Rokuonji, the temple was the retirement villa of the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, and according to his will it became a Zen temple of the Rinzai sect after his death in 1408. Kinkakuji was the inspiration for the similarly named Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion), built by Yoshimitsu's grandson, Ashikaga Yoshimasa, on the other side of the city a few decades later. Kinkakuji is an impressive structure built overlooking a large pond, and is the only building left of Yoshimitsu's former retirement complex. It has burned down numerous times throughout its history including twice during the Onin War, a civil war that destroyed much of Kyoto; and once again more recently in 1950 when it was set on fire by a fanatic monk. The present structure was rebuilt in 1955. Kinkaku-ji is an iconic site in the heritage city and should be on your list of things to do in Kyoto.

Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion
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stock photography | Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-KYOTO-GOLDEN-PAVILION-0003. Kinkaku-ji is known as 'the Golden Pavilion' for a very special reason – its top two stories are actually covered in gold leaf. Its shining surface reflects into the kyoko-chi, or Mirror Pond. Stationed at the foot of Kinugasa Hill, the temple grounds are wooded and present a lovely place for strolling and meditation. Rising above its reflecting pond like an apparition, the golden hall of Kinkaku-ji is Kyoto's most impressive sight, especially if you're there on the four or five days per year when it's covered in snow. The only problem is, as you might guess, that it's almost always packed with visitors. For these reason, I recommend going just after it opens, just after it closes and, if possible on a Monday morning. Whatever you do, avoid the place on holidays, when it will simply be too busy to enjoy.

Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion
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Japan in Black and White,

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stock photography | Shirahige-jinja Shrine Floating Torii at Lake Biwa, Takashima, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, Image ID JAPAN-LAKE-BIWA-0002. This magnificent view of the floating torii gate can be seen at Shirahige Shrine. This actually looks similar to the one at Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima island, Hiroshima, but this one is located in Shiga prefecture. The floating gate of Shirahige Shrine stands on Lake Biwa, the biggest lake in Japan. Shirahige Shrine was erected around 2,000 years ago during the time of Emperor Suinin's reign (the 11th emperor of Japan). This Shiga Prefecture's oldest shrine is also the head shrine of around 300 Shirahige shrines across Japan. Because of its torii gate, it was nicknamed Omi's Itsukushima. The famous torii gate existed only in legends until the early 20th century. Although paintings of the area did have a torii gate standing in the lake, there was no actual proof available to prove the gate was ever there since the shrine's erection. The first torii gate was built in 1937 by a donation from a medicine wholesaler named Konishi Kyubee in Osaka. The current torii gate is the second generation replacing the original one in 1981.

Shirahige-jinja Shrine Floating Torii at Lake Biwa
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stock photography | First Light at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-ARASHIYAMA-BAMBOO-0001.

First Light at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
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stock photography | Bamboo Trees at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-ARASHIYAMA-BAMBOO-0002.

Bamboo Trees at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
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stock photography | Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-ARASHIYAMA-BAMBOO-0003.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
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stock photography | Ten Thousands of Red Gates (Torii) are in Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-FUSHIMI-INARI-0001.

Ten Thousands of Red Gates (Torii) are in Fushimi Inari Shrine
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stock photography | Ten Thousands of Red Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-FUSHIMI-INARI-0002. Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto is famous for the countless vermilion red Torii gates. The Torii gates are donations from companies, individuals or families and lead up to the main shrine at the top of the hill. Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Kyoto's landmarks and has been featured in countless movies as backdrop. The most well known movie is Memoirs of a Geisha. A torii is a traditional Japanese gate commonly found at the entry to a Shinto shrine. The basic structure of a torii is two columns that are topped with a horizontal rail. Slightly below the top rail is a second horizontal rail. A Torii Gate is literally a 'place where birds rest'. Torii are traditionally made from wood and are usually painted vermilion red.

Ten Thousands of Red Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine
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stock photography | Ladle at a Purification Fountain at Kaikozan Hase-dera Temple, Kaikozan Hase-dera Temple, Kamakura, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KAMAKURA-0031.

Ladle at a Purification Fountain at Kaikozan Hase-dera Temple
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stock photography | Red-Yellow Autumn Leaf on Wet Pebbles, Kaikozan Hase-dera Temple, Kamakura, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KAMAKURA-0083. An image of a single vivid coloured autumn read and yellow leaf on wet pebbles in a garden in Kaikozan Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura, Japan. Autumn in Japan is a truly spectacular sight. The viewing of autumn leaves has been a popular activity in Japan for centuries and today draws large numbers of travellers to famous colourful leaves (kayo) viewing spots both in the mountains and in the cities.

Red-Yellow Autumn Leaf on Wet Pebbles
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stock photography | Kyoto Tower Reflections, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KYOTO-0001.

Kyoto Tower Reflections
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stock photography | Kyoto Tower Reflected in the North Facade of Kyoto Station, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KYOTO-0002. Standing 131 meters tall just across Kyoto Station, Kyoto Tower is Kyoto's tallest building and a rare modern iconic landmark in the city famous for its ancient temples and shrines. The tower was completed in 1964, the same year as the opening of the shinkansen and the Tokyo Olympics. A viewing platform is located 100 meters above ground and affords a 360 degree view of Kyoto and as far as Osaka on clear days. Kyoto Tower stands on top of a typical commercial building, which contains souvenir shops, restaurants and a hotel, as well as a public bath in the basement.

Kyoto Tower Reflected in the North Facade of Kyoto Station
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stock photography | Golden Pavilion, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KYOTO-GOLDEN-PAVILION-0001.

Golden Pavilion
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stock photography | Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion, Kyoto, Kansai, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JP-KYOTO-GOLDEN-PAVILION-0002. Kinkakuji (also known as 'Golden Temple' or 'Golden Pavilion') is one of Kyoto's best-known attractions. It was built in 1393 as a retirement villa for Shogun Yoshimitsu Ashikaga. He intended to cover the exterior with gold, but only managed to coat the the ceiling of the third floor with gold leaf before his death. After his death, his son converted the building into a Zen temple of the Rinzai school named Rokuonji, in accordance with Ashikaga's wishes.

Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion
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stock photography | O-Torii (Grand Gate) and Stone Lantern at Dawn, Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JPMI0002.

O-Torii (Grand Gate) and Stone Lantern at Dawn
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stock photography | O-Torii (Grand Gate) and Lantern, Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JPMI0026.

O-Torii (Grand Gate) and Lantern
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stock photography | Lanterns at Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JPMI0050.

Lanterns at Itsukushima Shrine
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stock photography | Golden Ladles at a Purification Fountain, Daisho-in Temple, Miyajima, Honshu, Japan, Image ID JPMI0088.

Golden Ladles at a Purification Fountain
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