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

Arashiyama is a major sightseeing spot in Kyoto. Arashiyama is the perfect place to experience something out of the ordinary, visiting famous temples and eating out. Arashiyama is the perfect place to [...].

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.

It is almost time for the rainy season to begin. Although I hate the dreariness of the rainy season, I get excited when people say "the season of hydrangeas" [...].

The temperature has been rising dramatically recently, and it is becoming more and more like spring day by day. Speaking of spring, the cherry blossoms are the best part of the season. There [...]...

After the cherry blossom season has passed, azaleas are next in season. Although cherry blossoms are popular in Kyoto, there are actually many azalea viewing spots around Kyoto [...].

From late March to April, cherry blossoms are in full bloom in Kyoto. In conjunction with the cherry blossom viewing season, Japanese confectionery shops offer seasonal cherry blossom [...].

Kyoto in spring is famous for its cherry blossoms, and if you are planning a trip to Kyoto in March or April, you may be thinking "I want to see the cherry blossoms in Kyoto! If you are planning a trip to Kyoto in March or April, you are probably thinking [...].

Peach blossoms are darker pink than someiyoshino. The best time to view them is from mid-March to late April, about the same time as the cherry blossoms [...].

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

Kyoto is often thought of as a place of cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in fall, but a winter trip to Kyoto is quite nice as well! Kyoto has a variety of sightseeing spots [...].

Valentine's Day will soon arrive again this year. In department stores, convenience stores, Japanese confectionery stores, and various stores in Kyoto, Valentine's Day products are [...]...

Valentine's Day is the most popular event in February! Some people who are planning a trip to Kyoto may say, "Since I'm going to Kyoto in February, I'd like to visit the [...]...

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 [...].

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.

Kyoto is a city where the temperature suddenly gets colder around the end of the fall foliage season. It often feels colder than the weather forecast says it will be, and you need to be well-protected [...].

Have you ever heard of the "Izumiyama Shichifukujin Tour" held every year on Coming-of-Age Day? This is an annual New Year's event to enjoy various views of Kyoto [...].

The year 2022 is only a few days away. The Chinese zodiac sign for 2023 is "癸卯" (癸卯). The Chinese zodiac sign is [...].

Hatsumode (New Year's visit to a shrine or temple to pray for a good year. In Kyoto, Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, etc. are popular spots.

The morning and evening temperatures are getting colder and the city of Kyoto is now in winter mode. And then comes the most festive season of the year, Christmas [...].

I am sure you are all aware that Kyoto has a large consumption of bread and many high-level bakeries. Such [...].

As autumn comes to an end, the city is suddenly in Christmas mode. However, as you know, Kyoto has a strong image of Japanese style with many temples and shrines [...].

Autumn is the season of "colored leaves. In Kyoto, there are many places famous for their autumn foliage. The best time to view the autumn leaves in Kyoto is from early November to early December every year [...].

It is already the season of autumn leaves. As the red colors of the autumn leaves begin to color the streets of Kyoto, many people from all over the country come to visit the city and take a moment to [...]...

Illuminations are always a hot topic when the Christmas season arrives. Even in Kyoto, where traditional Japanese culture is rooted [...].

Autumn is deepening and Kyoto will be in its autumn foliage season at the end of November. Autumn is of course a time for viewing colorful scenery, but it is also a time for [...]...

Arashiyama" is one of the must-visit places when you come to Kyoto. Arashiyama is a famous sightseeing spot in Kyoto that everyone has an image of. In Arashiyama, [...]...

Did you know that there is an event called the Inoko-no-Iwai (Boar Festival)? The month of the Boar (October in the lunar calendar), or November in the current [...].

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 [...]...

Heian Jingu Shrine in Kyoto was founded in 1895. It was built to commemorate the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital to Kyoto, a city with many old shrines [...].

Kyoto is crowded with many people during the autumn foliage season. When you visit tourist spots during the daytime, you may wonder whether you came to see the autumn leaves or people's heads [...].

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 [...].

The word "tsukimi dango" conjures up images of a pyramid of pure white dumplings on top of a wooden platform or sampo [...].

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 [...].

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 [...]...

Summer in Kyoto is a time of high humidity and sweltering heat. This is the season when Japanese sweets, such as kuzukiri and nishikidama, are popular and can be enjoyed with ease [...].

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

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 [...].

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 [...].

If you come to Arashiyama in Kyoto, you must take the Sagano Trolley Train at least once. The Sagano Trolley Train is a sightseeing train that connects Arashiyama and Kameoka, [...].

Hello I love you I recently introduced 6 shaved ice stores in Kyoto, but as a shaved ice lover, I would like to introduce more stores [...].

Kikyo, or Chinese bellflower, has impressive petals in cool colors such as blue, white, and light purple. In Kyoto, these flowers bloom from summer to autumn, and just looking at them is refreshing [...].

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 [...]...

After touring the sightseeing spots in Kyoto, you would like to visit a natural hot spring with an open-air bath where you can feel the changing of the seasons. Onsen [...].

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 continues with dreary, rainy days. However, the moss planted in Japanese gardens and temples turns a deep green color when wet with water [...].

The heat is getting hotter by the day, and summer has arrived 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.