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As the curtain falls on the Aoi Matsuri, the teahouse sweets are also exchanged, reflecting the onset of Kyōto's greenest season.

Kaede-mochi ((楓もち) are emblazoned with a young maple leaf, the subtle yellows and greens within hinting at late spring.

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A heron rest amongst the verdant leaves at Eikan-do.
Nao-san enjoys the lush green garden at Omuro-tei, a villa close to Ninna-ji temple.
Kaede-mochi are a traditional sweet emblazoned with a maple leaf, signifying the fresh leaves of late spring. A soft rice cake dough is wrapped around sweet bean paste.

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