If you’re visiting or in Japan in July, there is one festival that I highly recommend: the Gion Festival, held in Kyoto and boasting over 1000 years of history. Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Gion Festival 2023, where tradition and celebration intertwine. If you’re looking to make the most of this iconic Japanese festival, here […]
Japan is famous for its public bath culture, which can be found throughout the country. In fact, there are several public baths located within Kyoto. In this article, I would like to introduce a particularly cute public bath in Kyoto. If you’re a fan of public baths in Japan, don’t miss out on this one! 船岡温泉Funaoka Onsen This public bath […]
The cherry blossoms in Tokyo, Osaka, and other cities throughout Japan are in full bloom. Kyoto is also with breathtaking cherry blossoms blossoming all around. If you’re still planning your cherry blossom viewing itinerary, don’t fret as it’s not too late to visit some of the best spots for cherry blossom viewing. 🌸🌸🌸 ①To-ji Temple To-ji Temple, founded in 796, […]
If you visit Japan, you would like to meet geiko and maiko at least once, wouldn’t you? You may have seen them in pictures, but do you know where you can meet them? In this article, I have compiled a list of places in Kyoto where you can meet geiko and maiko. In Kyoto, there is a district called Kagai, […]
Various events are held at shrines and temples to celebrate the New Year. This is how the writer spent the night in Kyoto!
In one of the Pontocho’s back alleys, there is the Roji-Suizokukan. The movement of the small goldfish makes you lose track of time.
Looking for an unusual destination for your trip to Japan? In this article, I recommend some off the beaten path locations in western Japan!
With the Kibune summer special discount 1 day ticket, you can explore this historical town of Kibune and experience the summer charm of Kawadoko riverside dining.
NAKED FLOWERS, the hottest illumination event, was here again! This article reports on the “NAKED FLOWERS 2022 -SAKURA- Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site”.
Introducing one of the best spots to enjoy the Kyoto cherry blossoms 2022. Enjoy the amazing night time illuminations in the heart of Kyoto!
