‘Kaiseki’ fine dining with a side of classical poetry

Kyoto's Kodaiji Wakuden blends kaiseki cuisine with classical poetry in aesthetic experiment

Kyoto fine dining restaurant Kodaiji Wakuden is experimenting with traditional Japanese poetry (kaiseki) as part of its dining experience. T

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Japanese Zen Monk Considers Which Haiku to Share with Tour Group

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