Kyoto City of Zen

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Visiting the Heritage Sites of Japan's Ancient Capital

By Judith Clancy

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Kyoto City of Zen by Judith Clancy explores the serene beauty and cultural depth of Kyoto through vibrant photographs and detailed narratives. The book delves into the city's rich history and Zen influence, guiding readers through its temples, gardens, and traditional customs. It's an immersive journey into the heart of one of Japan's most culturally significant cities.
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Format: Hardback

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If you appreciate exploring the serene beauty of historical cities and have a passion for Zen culture, this guide offers a captivating insight into traditional Japanese architecture, gardens, and temples in a city known for its spiritual tranquillity and rich heritage.

Description

In this book, local Kyoto expert Judith Clancy presents the most important gardens, temples, shrines, and palaces of this ancient capital city and enduring cultural centre. In addition to unveiling the city's spiritual and historical riches, this book shares with readers the exquisite foods and artistic craft traditions that have flourished in Kyoto for over a millennium.

Tea ceremonies, calligraphy, weaving, pottery, painting, drama, and many more traditional arts and crafts are presented through the masterful photographs of Ben Simmons, whose imagination captures the true essence of Kyoto.

The city's natural setting also comes into focus as you walk along leafy mountain paths and through parks, viewing the best foliage each season has to offer.

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Kyoto City of Zen by Judith Clancy is praised for offering insightful inspiration on places to visit within the city, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural and historical elements of Kyoto.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9784805309780

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 January 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: full-color photographs throughout

Contributors:

Photographs by Ben Simmons

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 737g

Pages: 144

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Judith Clancy Non-Fiction Travel & Adventure

About the Author

A resident of Kyoto for over 40 years, Judith Clancy lives in a 120-year-old converted weaver's studio in Nishijin, Kyoto's weaving and dyeing district. She interprets for different groups and teaches about Kyoto's history and culture and is the author of "Exploring Kyoto." Ben Simmons is a longtime Japan resident whose photos have appeared in books, magazines, and exhibitions worldwide, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the United Nations. He holds an MFA from the University of Florida. Some of his other book projects are Tokyo Megacity and Traditional Japanese Architecture: An Exploration of Elements and Forms, both published by Tuttle.