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Don’t miss one of the best parts of the New Year in Japan

As the summer heat slowly makes space for cooler days and the leaves turn from green to red, people all over Japan welcome one of their favorite times of the year—autumn.

A river flowing across Kyoto Prefecture.

The famous bridge stretching across the Katsura River in the Arashiyama area.

The Philosopher's walking path in Kyoto.

When there is a festival at a temple or shrine you will always find yatai there. Vendors sometimes also set up near train stations. Watch the food being prepared. The pieces are turned quickly to give them their round shape.

If you get a chance to visit Kyoto, you can find Yatsuhashi here and there at almost every souvenir shop.

A Historical Piece of Western Architecture