Saihoji Zen Temple, Kyoto

Posted by PicasaBeautiful carpet of moss.

Maiko going to work, Kyoto

Posted by PicasaMaiko is a Japanese word for dancing girl. A Maiko is an apprentice geisha. Their work begins from dusk.

Trying on Kimono

 
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Final stage to put a long Obi (sash) on Kimono.

Tea ceremony sweets

Posted by PicasaYou must have sweets (wagashi) before you have tea. The blend of sweetness with the bitterness of green tea creates beautiful harmony in your mouth.

Sushi

Culinary art; sushi made of salmon, konbu (sea vegetable), wasabi and rice to resemble a persimmon.

Artful food

Seafood salad is artfully presented. Japanese food is visually beautiful, "eat with your eyes".
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Flower Arrangement

Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement.