sábado, 7 de março de 2009

Inside Japan

Cities in Japan are often crowded during festival times, but Kyoto more so as the streets are narrow.
The famous Momiji (Maple) leaves are used for decorations in food as well as within flower arrangements.

Hanatoro is a festival in the Arashiyama district of Kyoto, whereby hundreds, if not thousands, of lanterns light the streets and bamboo forests.


In the famous Dotonbori district of Osaka, giant mechanical crabs can be seen above some restaurants, tantalizing visitors to try the local delicacies.



All throughout the summer there are many firework festivals that are free and often draw large crowds.




"Parasols like this are a common feature outside old coffee shops and restaurants in Japan.
















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