The Golden Week at the Golden Pavilion

Golden Week is the longest vacation here in Japan. It starts on the last week of April and ends May 5th. During this time of the year, locals are mostly out of town, an opportunity of fun and relaxation from any stress-related environment. The Golden Pavilion, which is also known as Kinkaku-ji, is one of the most sought after destinations, both of Gaikokujins and Nihonjins.

Inside Kyoto Station

Outside Kyoto Station

From here, there's a bus station in front. Each bus has designated stops, including the Kinkakuji. Just before you ride the bus, make sure you have a change of 100s and 10s to lessen the hassle because you'll be paying 130 yen for the fare (I'm not sure if I remember the amount correctly).

The map of the Entire Site

Nikkeijins in Japan -- Teshiba Clan

At the entrance with my loves

The main gate

The temple just outside the entrance of the whole site.

The famous Kinkakuji also known as The Golden Pavillion

A classical age of Japanese garden design. The whole place is just zen. 

Me! Actually, the whole place was over crowded. A lot of people from all over the world went to see this famous attraction. I got lucky, my dad got a clean shot! :)

Closer view

With my son

Perfect!

The whole structure is glistening under the glaring sun. 

Souvenir shop. 

We bought lucky charms for success in this shop. 

Toss a coin inside the small can and wish. 

A restaurant garden. 

What a relaxing way to have tea time under those graceful branches. 

They said this smoke drives away bad aura from your body. 

Praying to the gods. 

Going to find the rest of the group. 

Lovely Japanese women wearing the traditional kimono.