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American writer and former Kyoto resident Diane Durston introduces seven must-see precincts of this ancient capital city, including four Historic Preservation Districts. Among them are the world-famous geisha quarter, the kimono textile neighborhoods, the sake-brewing area of Fushimi, and the tea-growing region of Uji.

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"Everyone that loves Kyoto knows that Diane Curston is its modern poet laureate." —Pico Iyer



"Diane Durston's books are classics and have not been superseded by more recent publications." —The New York Times



"... an eloquent look at seven neighborhoods where everyday life in Japan continues despite the crush of modernity." —Seattle Post-Intelligencer



"Explore the hidden beauty of historic neighborhoods with seven walking tours that transport visitors back to more elegant times." —Endless Vacation

Kyoto: Seven Paths to the Heart of the City

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    A Paperback / softback by Diane Durston, Katsuhiko Mizuno

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      Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc
      Publication Date: 10/10/2014
      ISBN13: 9781568365626, 978-1568365626
      ISBN10: 1568365624
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      American writer and former Kyoto resident Diane Durston introduces seven must-see precincts of this ancient capital city, including four Historic Preservation Districts. Among them are the world-famous geisha quarter, the kimono textile neighborhoods, the sake-brewing area of Fushimi, and the tea-growing region of Uji.

      Trade Review
      "Everyone that loves Kyoto knows that Diane Curston is its modern poet laureate." —Pico Iyer



      "Diane Durston's books are classics and have not been superseded by more recent publications." —The New York Times



      "... an eloquent look at seven neighborhoods where everyday life in Japan continues despite the crush of modernity." —Seattle Post-Intelligencer



      "Explore the hidden beauty of historic neighborhoods with seven walking tours that transport visitors back to more elegant times." —Endless Vacation

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