2012.1.5.
An area map for strolling has been newly published in Japanese and foreign languages by the "Byodo-in Omotesando Shoten Kai," or Byodo-in Omotesando merchant association, of Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. It includes a sightseeing map of the vicinity and features member stores as well, promoting convenience for the recently increasing numbers of foreign tourists.

2012.1.14.
"Seiyo to Hokusai Manga," or western and Hokusai Manga, a mini exhibition to introduce Hokusai Katsushika (1760-1849), an Edo Period ukiyo-e artist, through related books, is being held at Kyoto Prefectural Library in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto.

2012.1.17.
In conjunction with "Taira no Kiyomori," a year-long historical drama series broadcast on NHK, the display section "Kiyomori no Jidai to Omi," or the time of Kiyomori and Omi, has debuted at Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum in Azuchi-cho Shimotoira, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture. A total of 44 exhibits, including items imported from the Sung dynasty of China, convey situations in the late Heian Period from various angles.

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