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Kyoto : city of Zen : visiting the heritage sites of Japan's ancient capital

Judith Clancy (Author), Ben Simmons (Photographer)
Whether you are interested in this unique city's history or are planning to travel to Kyoto, Kyoto City of Zen will serve as inspiration and provide invaluable insight into Kyoto's culture. This travel pictorial and Japan travel guide captures the sites and soul of Kyoto--Japan's historical and spiritual center. An elaborate kaleidoscope of craft, artistry and religion, Kyoto is one of the world's most popular travel destinations. Art and design form the weft and warp of this vibrant 1,200-year-old city, home to hundreds of gardens, palaces, villas and magnificent wooden temples--including seventeen UNESCO World Heritage sites

Print Book, English, 2019
[Revised and expanded edition]
Tuttle Publishing, Tokyo, 2019