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What places did you visit while sightseeing in Arashiyama, Kyoto? Arashiyama has several attractions, such as the Hozu River boat ride, the Torokko Train, the Bamboo Grove Path, and the Togetsukyo Bridge […]

"Shamihōan" has been a local favorite for over 100 years. This is a place where soba lovers can enjoy a meticulously crafted flavor that’s simply irresistible […]

Have you heard of a café called “Minori Café,” located right near Kyoto Station? Here, you can enjoy seasonal desserts and treats from famous shops […]

Have you heard of “Fujinami,” a shop famous for its mitarashi dango? Locals say this is the place to go for freshly made dango […]

Have you heard of a restaurant called “Hōsen” in Kawaramachi, Kyoto? “Hōsen” is a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Cantonese cuisine […]

Have you heard of “Hikuniku to Kome,” a famous hamburger steak restaurant in Tokyo? “Hikuniku to Kome” is a popular restaurant in Tokyo, and in 2022 […]

Are you familiar with “Inari, Konkon, Koi Iroha,” a romance set in Kyoto that unfolds as a Japanese-style fantasy […]

Have any of you ever been to a French bistro? French bistros have a casual atmosphere where you can enjoy a simple meal with friends […]

It’s no exaggeration to say that almost everyone living in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, has heard of the long-established Kyoto sushi restaurant “Suehiro.” This place has been featured in the media and magazines […]

Have you ever heard of a restaurant called "Ramen Taisen" in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto? Young people queue up every day to get in, and it is a big [...]...

Do you know a restaurant called "Tenyo" located about 3 minutes walk from Yamashina Station? This is a famous local yakiniku restaurant [...].

Do you know a place called "MALDA" where there is a cafe and a hotel? This is a local hotel where you can tone your mind [...].

You may have heard of the French restaurant "Maison de Vin Uzura Tei", located about a 3-minute walk from Kawaramachi Station [...].

The Kyoto Hotel Okura has a variety of restaurants and cafes, but among them is the old-fashioned Chinese restaurant "Taoli," where locals [...].

Have you ever heard of a restaurant called "Gion Rohan" that creates a dignified atmosphere in Gion? This place has only been open for a few years, but the locals love [...].

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" [...].

Have you ever visited the Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto, located about a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station? The 14 [...]...

Have you heard of "Meat Bogyo Kyoto Gyukoh," a restaurant that has recently become a hot topic among the younger generation? The restaurant is located in Kawaramachi, Kyoto.

Kyoto is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan. It is first and foremost a place visited by foreigners from abroad rather than Japanese [...].

Kyoto" attracts tourists from all over the world. Shrines and temples are expected to attract many visitors even during the early summer season. [...].

Ochazuke is delicious, isn't it? However, it is not often that we have a chance to encounter a restaurant specializing in ochazuke in our daily lives [...].

If you come to Kyoto, you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something "special" that you can't eat anytime [...].

If you are going to enjoy dinner in Kyoto, you may want to pay attention to the view of Kyoto, such as a panoramic view of the city or Kyoto Tower, in addition to the food [...].

Omelette rice is unbelievably delicious with fluffy eggs.... I think omelette rice is a popular Western food for both children and adults [...].

Did you know that there is a cheeseburger restaurant in Arashiyama, Kyoto? This place has been featured on TV Dia as the "Ei Ei Burger" (picture-perfect burger).

Tominokoji Shin" has appeared in Kansai TV media. This French restaurant is located in Masuya-cho, Nakagyo-ku, [...].

Do you know "Okonomiyaki Jumbo" located near Kinkakuji Temple? On April 19, 2022, "Human Guru [...]".

One of the things you want to enjoy when sightseeing in Kyoto is, of course, "eating and walking! Yes, of course, "eating and walking". Although Kyoto is a compact city, [...]...

Kyoto has a wide variety of stores, so it is really hard to choose the right souvenir. Look for something that not only tastes good, but also looks pretty [...].

Have you ever heard of Ohara, a place located northeast of central Kyoto? An hour from Kyoto City by bus or rental car [...].

When visiting Tsukiji, a pure coffee shop in Shijo-Kawaramachi, one of Kyoto's most popular areas, the author was surprised to find that most of its customers were young people in their 20s [...].

I want sushi!" There are several times a year when you say to yourself, "I want sushi! Since there is no ocean in the center of Kyoto, people have long eaten raw fish [...].

I was once surprised when a person from Tokyo asked me, "Is there an ocean in Kyoto?" I was once surprised when a person from Tokyo asked me, "Is there an ocean in Kyoto? It is true that Kyoto is a city with a lot of sea...] I was surprised to hear this question from a person from Tokyo.

In the past few years, the term "fermented food" has become increasingly common. Fermented foods are foods that are fermented by the action of microorganisms and other [...].

When you visit Kyoto, Japanese food such as kaiseki, yudofu (tofu), and matcha (green tea) sweets are often mentioned as things to eat. If you have gone to the trouble of visiting Kyoto [...]...

It is not easy to imagine what Kyo ryori is like, even if it is called Kyo ryori. Many people think of Kyo ryori as Japanese food [...].

Kyoto in 2023 will feel even colder than in previous years, with about 30 cm of snow in the city in late January [...].

Have you heard about the recent Taiwanese boom in Kyoto? Currently, there are many places in Taiwan such as "Honganji Temple" and "Horikawa" in Kyoto [...].

Kyoto in winter is slowly getting colder from the feet up, even though it is not supposed to be snowing. The temperature is much colder than the weather forecast said it would be.

With the coming of the New Year, winter is in full swing in Kyoto. Kyoto is said to be one of the coldest cities in the Kansai region in winter, so going out on a date can feel like a chore.

Did you know that in Kyoto, special openings of cultural properties are held twice a year, in spring and fall? The official name of this event is "Kyoto Special Open House of Undisclosed Cultural Properties" [...].

Matcha (powdered green tea) is something you must try at least once when you visit Kyoto. From stores where you can compare authentic matcha drinks to soft-serve ice cream and warabimochi (bracken rice cakes) [...].

Gebecken" has been a local bakery in Kyoto City for many years. There are four stores: Fukakusa main store, Tanbabashi store, Kintetsu Takeda store, and Sengyukuji store [...].

The time for new rice has arrived! Every fall, new rice is shipped and it is the season for delicious rice. So this time, Kyoto is [...].

In Kyoto, there are Japanese restaurants in renovated machiya townhouses and hotels in elementary school buildings.

Have you ever visited Nishiki Market? Nishiki Market is located one street north of "Shijo-dori", the main street of Kyoto City, in Nishiki Ko [...].

Are you wondering what to buy as a souvenir when you visit Kyoto? One of the best souvenirs in Kyoto is the Kyoto pickles, San [...].

Do you know what kind of town Nagaokakyo City in Kyoto Prefecture is? Nagaokakyo City is easily accessible from Kyoto and Osaka and has a hidden charm [...].

The mornings and evenings are getting a little cooler, but there are still nights when it is hard to sleep, and it is the time of year when light food tastes good. Kyo [...]...

Mitarashi dumplings can be found all over Japan, captivating men and women of all ages, sweet tooth or not, with their sweet and savory taste. Where to eat [...]".