Katsura Imperial Villa
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As Shugakuin Rikyu one of the most beautiful gardens in and around Kyoto - in my opinion.
You have to apply for a (guided) visit some
days in advance at the Imperial Household Agency
(near the Imperial Palace, no. 16 on my map), but you should have seen it!
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© for the photos 1992, 1995 by Tobias Wittig