With over 1600 Buddhist temples and over 400 Shinto shrines, Kyoto is said to be the best place to immerse yourself in Japanese religious...

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Today, we experienced a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto. I learned that there are four principles (technically five but one is...

"Reflect on your own preparation for this global experience. In what areas do you feel most confident in your preparedness? In what...