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When in Kyoto, here’s how to avoid the tourist hordes

When in Kyoto, here’s how to avoid the tourist hordes

There are pockets of pure serenity to be found in Japan’s ancient capital, starting with a stay at this recently opened five-star hotel.

Michael SmithHealth editor
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It’s 5.30am when I pull back the sheets and greet the dawn from my sumptuous sanctuary at Kyoto’s Park Hyatt hotel.

It is not easy prying myself from this serene 45-square-metre room with its views over a manicured Japanese garden, but the Park Hyatt’s ultra-convenient location means some of Japan’s most picturesque streets are literally on my doorstep.

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Michael SmithHealth editorMichael Smith is the Health Editor for The Australian Financial Review. He is based in Sydney. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at michael.smith@afr.com

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