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Kyoto first became Japan’s capital in the eighth century. With its beautiful temples, philosophical gardens and elegant palaces, this ancient city truly embodies Japan’s long history. As I walked among its wonders on a visit this autumn, I discovered anew a major theme of Kyoto’s deep history — the ...