Heian Jingu Shrine, a Shinto shrine.
I was lucky to arrive at this parade with people dressed up in costumes of the Edo period.
Each white paper knot is a written prayer.
I heard from a Japanese guide that Shintoisn is generally associated with celebrations whereas Buddhism is generally associated with death.
In other words, during New Years Japanese would normally visit Shinto shrines but when someone died, he/she would be brought to a Buddhist temple.
Primary school kids visiting the shrine.
Look at their school costumes.
Don't they look cute.
Sake kegs.
tInside Ginkakuji temple (Silver Pavilion).
This temple similar to Kinkakuji temple (Gold Pavilion).
Unfortunately, the temple is closed for renovation.
Here're the types of mosses found in this garden.
Ginkakuji temple is under renovation.
Enjoying green tea and sweets.
The path of philosophy.
The path is beside a strem and is lined with cherry blossom trees.
Must be really beautiful during Spring and Autumn.
Autumn hasn't really fully arrived in Kyoto yet.
Maybe next month, the leaves would be red and golden.
Teddy bears fishing.
Actually, the stream has many Koi fishes which indicates the water is not polluted.
Just got off this sardine-packed subway train.
Mini cement truck.
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