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Longterm Expat in Kansai
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My take on the whole Obokata vs. Riken situation.
Kyoto is an amazing city.
The juxtaposition between ancient and new can be a little surprising sometimes, but should be experienced if you make it to the area. This video is a walk through some of the major points on the east side of the city.