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When a former assistant moved to Kyoto and invited me to visit, it was a golden opportunity to immerse myself in this wonderful country. A well-informed friend on the ground fluent in the language was a huge advantage. These images are from Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Nara.