I think the specific phrasing was a literary device, because it was such an odd choice. Set up the reveal with a mundane/reasonable "explanation" then follow u

I think the specific phrasing was a literary device, because it was such an odd choice. Set up the reveal with a mundane/reasonable "explanation" then follow up with the answer to keep the article snappy and interesting. They elaborate on their choice of Kyoto as a way to isolate themselves further from distraction -- the language barrier.