Why do I love Kyoto?
For me, because I have a background in architecture with a focus on older buildings and how to continue using them in the future, I like having the chance to see part of Japan’s history in Kyoto. I lived in Tokyo before moving to Kyoto. Tokyo can be a fun city, but I prefer Kyoto because the atmosphere is calmer, and the people seem friendlier in the Kansai region. Although I have to admit that there are still times I do not understand the dialect at all, I am really enjoying my time in Kyoto. I can’t say I enjoy the ‘traveller seasons’ though. I do appreciate the lovely scenery the spring cherry blossoms and autumn maple leaves give to the old city, however I am not a fan of the jostling for the best photo spot that can happen. That’s only a small drawback to living in Kyoto though. Finding the small pockets of nice places here and there away from the crowds can be rare, but fun when it happens. The weather in Kyoto also reminds me a bit of my hometown, Taiwan, with the blazing hot summers and freezing winters. Kyoto is also incredibly humid, much like Taiwan. The mountains are also an appreciated part of the landscape that I missed during my time in Tokyo, as well as the starry night sky. I could sometimes see stars in Tokyo, but they’re much clearer in Kyoto.
Cheers,
Chi-Yow
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