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Kiyomizudera is arguably the premier attraction in the city and for good reason. It's a great location for couples, not just because of the stunning views of Kyoto's skyline and the Koyasu pagoda, but also due to Jishu Shrine at the back of the wooden stage. Here, you'll find the smiling statue of Okuninushi, the god of relationships, as well as two stones set 18 meters apart. If you can make it from one to the other with your eyes closed, your relationship prayers will be answered. ....
We headed back to the hotel to check-in. Our room offered a spectacular view of the Kamo River, the beloved waterway that runs through Kyoto’s center, and the people walking along its banks. The chic room uses handicrafts as accents, and its long, narrow design with a narrow entrance evokes a Kyoto-style machiya (the Edo era townhouses that were taxed based on the width of the entryway). The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is decorated with over 400 pieces of curated art, and if you like, the resident art expert will give you an art tour after you arrive (one hour; free of charge). Many of the pieces that you will see during your stay are based on the Tale of Genji, and once we knew what to look for, it seemed to make our stay that much more enriching. ....
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