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    (5) Unfortunately many of the “geisha” tourists think they see on the streets turn out to be tourists themselves – for a fairly modest price one can have a “geisha experience” where they are dressed up in traditional kimono and made up so they can wander the streets of Gion for a couple of hours. It’s a poignant thought that this trade is booming when the numbers of geisha themselves dwindle and the “floating world” they’re said to exist in will soon sink.: by irinaearnshaw, Views[1095]
         		 (4) Shirakawa canal in Gion, Kyoto. One would be forgiven for thinking you were in a small town in the mountains – the stone bridges crossing the river to the ryokan (traditional Japanese inns) and the wind in the trees give a quiet and picturesque atmosphere in the hustle and bustle of the city. It is here that many tourists gather in the hope of spotting a Geisha scurrying to an appointment, and the complaints from geisha of being hassled by tourist paparazzi have increased in recent years. : by irinaearnshaw, Views[1189]
         		 (3) In a nearby temple I encountered a group of schoolkids saying “ohayoo” (good morning) to the koi fish, and wondered if in 10 years time any of them would become geisha. In the 1800s many girls would be trained as “Maiko” from as young as 9, and would be taught elegant dances, how to play traditional Japanese instruments and “the art of conversation”. Nowadays, those who do choose to become a geisha start after they leave high school, with some even entering the profession as adults.: by irinaearnshaw, Views[907]
         		 (2) As I sifted through the beautiful hand-painted and embroidered silks she told me about how, many years ago, she would sometimes buy, sell or repair kimono from the Okiya (the geisha houses in the Gion District of Kyoto), but hadn’t for many years. The numbers of geisha in Japan have fallen from 80,000 in the 1920s to as few as 1000 practicing today, and it is seen as a dying art.: by irinaearnshaw, Views[648]
         		 (1) While exploring the temples in the East of Kyoto I stumbled upon an antique kimono shop, and had a stilted Japanese/English/hand-gestures conversation with the owner. Having always been fascinated by the world of the geisha – the high class entertainers who specialise in dance, playing traditional Japanese instruments and the tea ceremony – I asked her if she had ever had experience with them. : by irinaearnshaw, Views[505]
     
    that make us fly free.: by drumedison, Views[292]
         		 until it encounters a blinding blaze of music and joy: by drumedison, Views[277]
         		 day ligth through the horizon: by drumedison, Views[288]
         		 to the cutting dawn mist: by drumedison, Views[328]
         		 from the endless dark abyss: by drumedison, Views[650]
     
    that make us fly free.: by drumedison, Views[135]
         		 until it encounters a blinding blaze of music and joy: by drumedison, Views[101]
         		 day ligth through the horizon: by drumedison, Views[117]
         		 to the cutting dawn mist: by drumedison, Views[106]
         		 from the endless dark abyss: by drumedison, Views[118]
     
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    Right before getting off at Ikebukuro Station. Lost in thoughts. Among all those people busy with their cells, newspapers, music and mangas she was the only person who seemed to be real.: by asfalttango, Views[619]
         		 Late train from Koenji. Every seat taken. Alone in a big city. But it felt like even they were absolutely alone. Neat solitude.: by asfalttango, Views[835]
         		 Man with his daughter. Playing with her hair. The train was nearly empty. It was so soothing and calming.: by asfalttango, Views[868]
         		 Tokyo, one of the most fascinating cities in the world with one of the most tangled and extensive subway systems. My home for six months. How could I get to know this metropolis without understanding and taming the mysterious bloodstream running through its veins? At first I thought of this project as a documentation of my trips and emotions associated with the novelty of the city, culture and people. There were a lot of amazements, fun, confusion, but under a colorful mixture of the past and the future I saw also something more profound. An inner life of the city. A vulnerable present marked by something difficult to name. I took Go's I took this encircling strategy not to control, but to explore, observe, experience and be challenged by the city. : by asfalttango, Views[993]
         		 A man and a plot. Man in packed express to Shibuya. He reminded me of a quote from Dostoevsky:
     
    Golden temple, golden leaves, golden sun. Kyoto, Japan. November 2009.: by giulyg, Views[432]
     
         		 Joubou-ji Temple, Ninohe, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. July 2010.: by giulyg, Views[332]
         		 Blossomed river, Hirosaki, Japan. May 2010.: by giulyg, Views[314]
         		 Hanami (cherry trees
     
    Golden temple, golden leaves, golden sun. Kyoto, Japan. November 2009.: by giulyg, Views[116]
     
         		 Joubou-ji Temple, Ninohe, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. July 2010.: by giulyg, Views[104]
         		 Blossomed river, Hirosaki, Japan. May 2010: by giulyg, Views[135]
         		 Hanami (cherry trees
     
    Back to the basics: by homeland, Views[261]
         		 stop and watch: by homeland, Views[283]
         		 silence in the train: by homeland, Views[301]
         		 buildings reflections: by homeland, Views[249]
         		 shibuya: by homeland, Views[269]
     
    Lovers in Kiyomizu-dera where is the most famous spot during maple leaves season. Many tourists wear kimono to visit this place.: by kansai, Views[340]
         		 Fallen maple leaves at Tofuku-ji Temple, Kyoto. The different aspect and light with maple leaves.: by kansai, Views[563]
         		 The rickshaws in Saga-Arashiyama, Kyoto. The carter will introduce famous spot to tourists.: by kansai, Views[373]
         		 Reflection of Kyoto tower in front of Kyoto station. I visit Kyoto in last November, the blue sky and colorful trees welcome tourists to enjoy this trip.: by kansai, Views[295]
         		 The road through Fushimi Inari Shrine is littered with smaller shrines along the way, decorated with these miniature red torii gates left by visitors.: by melhattie, Views[560]
     
    Feral cats sleeping in the woods near temple grounds in Kyoto.: by melhattie, Views[897]
         		 A Japanese Macaque monkey, often known simply as 'saru'. Many live in the mountains around Japan.: by melhattie, Views[931]
         		 A couple drives through downtown Kyoto in their vintage, 60's era Volkswagen Beetle.: by melhattie, Views[1073]
         		 Wagashi, a sweet summer treat made from azuki bean paste. Often served with green tea and eaten with a bamboo skewer: by melhattie, Views[816]
         		 World clock at Narita. I need to get me one of these!: by chicagoguy, Views[374]
     
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