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Jan 05, 2013
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Larisa Castille

Entryway to enlightenment

Kyoto's landscape is dotted with hundreds of temples. Some of the lesser known ones such as Kōtō-in retain a simple yet elegant grace and beauty. We sat in front of this entryway for quite some time. It was just too peaceful to leave.

 
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Kōtō-in
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京都府京都市北区紫野大徳寺町７３
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