Ginkaku-ji & Philosopher's Path

The Detective Conan movies set in Kyoto are *A Crimson Love Letter* and *Crossroads in the Labyrinth* […]

Have you heard of *Rurouni Kenshin*? Not only is there an anime series, but it’s also been adapted into a live-action movie starring Takeru Satoh, so you should definitely check it out […]

Have you heard of the anime “K-ON!”? “K-ON!” is a four-panel manga series by manga artist Kaki Furai […]

Have you heard of the anime *The Eccentric Family*? *The Eccentric Family* is an anime adaptation of a novel by Tomihiko Morimi […]

"Nurarihyon's Grandson," a Japanese manga by Hiroshi Shiibashi. Serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2008, it features yokai as its theme […]

Have you heard of the anime *Holmes of Kyoto Teramachi Sanjo*? *Holmes of Kyoto Teramachi Sanjo* is based on Mai Mochizuki’s […]

First published by Gagaga Bunko in 2011, *My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU* was adapted into an anime series in 2013, airing on TBS and other networks […]

"HELLO WORLD" was released on September 20, 2019. Director Tomohiko Ito is also known for *Your Name.*, but...

Do you know the TV animation work "Seven Nana" broadcasted by the TV Tokyo network? This anime is based on the Weekly Shonen Champion [...].

Do you know the Japanese TV animation "Tamako Market" produced by Kyoto Animation? Tamako [...]...

The TV anime "Welcome, Chitose-chan" began airing in October 2018. The story follows a emperor penguin chick named […]

Do you know "Yoru wa tanashi arukke yo otome" (The Night is Short and Walks Away), a well-known fantastical coming-of-age romance novel set in Kyoto? Kadokawa Sho [...].

Have you watched the second season of the Monogatari series "Koi Monogatari"? The second season of the series ([...])

March Lion" is based on the manga by Chika Umino, which has been adapted into an anime. It was serialized in Young Animal and became a hot topic [...].

"Demachi Futaba," a traditional Japanese confectionery shop, is located just a short distance from Demachiyanagi Station in Kyoto, right next to the "Kamo River Delta," where the Kamo and Koya Rivers converge. […]

Tenka Ippin" is a restaurant that every ramen lover has visited at least once. For those who visit often, it is better to call it "Ten-ichi" [...].

Deaimon" TV animation started to air on April 6, 2022. Set in Midorimatsu, a Japanese confectionery shop in Kyoto, it brings people together with Japanese sweets [...].

Kyoto is home to numerous popular restaurants whose reputations are steadily growing among local foodies and food media, making them consistently difficult to book […]

What do you think of food in Kyoto? There are a number of delicious foods in Kyoto, among them dumplings [...].

In Kyoto, there are many temples where you can enjoy a cup of matcha on the temple grounds while touring the grounds. While gazing at the green maple leaves, autumn foliage, and moss-covered gardens, you can […]

Kyoto is one of the many tourist destinations in Japan. Kyoto has a variety of famous temples and shrines, but we recommend those who wish to receive power [...].

Do you know "Yoshida Shrine" located in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City? This shrine was built to protect the Heian-kyo capital and is home to various [...]...

There are numerous shrines and temples in Kyoto, and one of the joys of visiting them is “choosing an omamori.” In recent years, this has become particularly popular among young women […]

One of the ingredients that come to mind when thinking of Japanese sweets is, by far, "anko" (red bean paste). Anko is a sweet bean paste made from grains of red bean paste, ko [...]...

Many of you have probably seen the phrase “Kyoto is a city of bread” in travel magazines or on social media. The bread market is fiercely competitive […]

February 3 is Setsubun day every year. When we spend Setsubun day at home, we throw beans and eat ehomaki (rolls wrapped in ehoumaki, a traditional Japanese sweet made with soybeans). Among the shrines and temples in Kyoto [...].

The weather in Kyoto has turned pleasant, making it the perfect season for visiting temples and shrines. Autumn foliage will soon be at its best, and [...]...

Although it is still hot during the day, mornings and evenings are becoming more comfortable, and signs of autumn can be felt in the city of Kyoto. The autumnal colors [...]...

Ice cream is one of the things that I crave for irresistibly during the hot season. I especially love gelato! Gelato is an Italian [...].

Hana-Tezui is a hot topic of conversation these days. The gorgeous flowers look like art, and just looking at them refreshes the mind. Such hana-temizu [...].

Kyoto is surrounded by mountains on three sides and is also known as a basin. People say, "Kyoto is too hot in summer, so let's go there when it cools down..." [...].

Summer in Kyoto is still hot even after the Obon holidays! Have you already made your first shaved ice this year? In Kyoto, there are many sweet shops, cafes, and tea stores [...]...

Japanese gardens in Kyoto. Just gazing at them is soothing from the bottom of your heart, isn't it? Let's take a look at some of the most popular gardens in Kyoto.

The rainy season is a time when it rains day in and day out. It is hard to get in the mood every day, but the rainy season is a joyous [...]...

Kyoto is now in the season of fresh greenery and hydrangea. This time, we would like to introduce you to the Kyoto Prefectural Ueki [...], a perfect place to visit during such an outing season.

Traditional Japanese food and Japanese sweets made with matcha green tea are the most popular foods to eat on a trip to Kyoto! Dishes scented with the flavor of refined soup stock from long-established restaurants and molasses [...].

In this issue, we would like to introduce a wagashi (Japanese confectionery) that is served in Kyoto in June. Its name is "mizunazuki. In late May, wagashi stores in Kyoto [...].

As “Children’s Day” on May 5 approaches, Japanese confectionery shops display seasonal sweets that add color to the season. Among them, “kashiwa-mochi” is a classic favorite […]

Kyoto has three major festivals: Gion-machi, Aoi Matsuri, and Jidai Matsuri, which are held in May at Kamigamo Shrine and Shimogamo Shrine.

"Goshuin" are stamps given as proof of a visit to a shrine or temple. In recent years, interest has expanded beyond the goshuin themselves to include the "goshuincho"—the albums used to collect them [...]

Recently, there are more and more unique supermarkets such as business supermarkets, supermarkets from overseas like Costco, and supermarkets specializing in frozen foods [...].

  It’s truly amazing how quickly time flies. On New Year’s Day, as a new year begins, all across Japan […]