Kyoto is a treasure house of ancient Japanese culture and arts, and in the Autumn its iconic gardens — some dating back five centuries — shine in the soft sunlight, making the city’s temples, gardens and historical lanes more alluring than ever
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Lined with wooden townhouses, Gion has long been Kyoto’s principal kagai , where geishas — here known as geikos — entertain. Around Hanamikoji’s backlanes, the sounds of musical recitals and witty chat emanate from discreet teahouses, and you might even pass a geiko as she hurries between appointments. Gardeners have long practised their art in Kyoto, too, and temples across the city are often known for their gardens, above all else.
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