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Old temples and houses, traditional gardens, centuries-old craftsmanship, finest authentic haute cuisine... Many first-time visitors arrive in Kyoto, with hopes of seeing and enjoying the image connecting to old Japan.  Yes, it's there, and if you're lucky, you may even spot a geisha walking on a narrow alley in the old tea-house district.

But what visitors (who arrive by train and most do) see first is the opposite of that image: ultramodern Kyoto train station and Kyoto Tower that resembles somewhat Seattle's Space Needle.  As with any major landmark in other cities, Kyoto Tower was a controversial addition to the city's skyline but after nearly 50 years, local residents have accepted it as a symbol of the city.  I, for one, can really feel I'm home now when I see it.

Summer in Kyoto, Japan II

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Media: Original watercolor on paper
Image Size: 21.5 x 14.25 inches (54.5 x 36 cm)

Frame/Mat: No

Purchase: Sold

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