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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 [...].

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" [...].

Do you know that Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a sightseeing spot in Kyoto, has a spot called "Tainai-meguri" (Tainai tour)? The temple is located on the east side of the city, in the [...]...

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 [...].

Kyoto is home to many wonderful traditional crafts that have been cultivated over its long history. In the autumn season of art, when the leaves begin to change colors, craftsmen [...].

In Kyoto, we tend to think of a landscape with tea stores, Japanese sweets shops, and other typical Japanese stores, but in fact, there are also numerous bakeries [...].

When you are sightseeing in Kyoto and find a Japanese restaurant or cafe you are looking for, have you ever wondered why the address is so long? When you are sightseeing in Kyoto and find a Japanese restaurant or cafe you are looking for, have you ever had an experience where you thought, "What?

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) [...].

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 [...]...

The term "nun life" has been coined, and even in the Corona Disaster, hotels and cafes that offer afternoon tea are hard to book [...].

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 [...].

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 [...].

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 [...].

If you come to Kyoto, you may want to stop by Uji City as a sightseeing spot. Uji City is located in the south of Kyoto and is home to Byodoin Phoenix Hall and other of Japan's most [...].

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

Kyoto is home to many tourist attractions. Especially in the Arashiyama area, where there are many sightseeing spots where you can feel "the Kyoto! Arashiyama area has many sightseeing spots, such as Togetsu Bridge, Toro [...].

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 [...].

A temple, a cat café, a cat goods store, a theme park... I don't know which is right, and it is not too much to say that this is the world's first "authentic temple [...].

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 [...].

Kyoto is often associated with tourist attractions such as shrines and temples, but in fact there are also many theme parks and other facilities. There [...]...

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 [...].

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 [...]...

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 [...].

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 [...]".

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, [...].

Doughnuts are popular as a three o'clock snack or after dinner dessert. They can be plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or coated with chocolate [...].

Kawaramachi is a famous sightseeing spot in Kyoto. The area where Kawaramachi is located is home to the world-famous Honnoji Temple and a national important cultural asset, [...].

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 [...].

Kyojidori" is a brand name livestock product of Kyoto. The meat is raised without stress for about twice as long as ordinary broilers, and the quality of the meat is delicious [...].

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 [...].

Do you know the coffee shop "Fleur" located right in front of Hankyu Nagaoka Tenjin Station? This place is a community-based café-restaurant with a large [...]...

Have you heard about "Sanga Stadium" which has recently been featured in the media? Sanga Stadium is a stadium where soccer and other [...]...

In addition to visiting tourist attractions, shopping and eating are the great pleasures of travel. Eating out or at a tourist-oriented restaurant [...].

The crispy surface and soft and fluffy interior make these waffles a favorite treat for any time of the year. Top with vanilla ice cream or [...].

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.

Hanamikoji" is a classic sightseeing spot in Kyoto. It is famous for its old rows of houses and maiko (apprentice geisha) walking in a refined manner, and is frequently seen on TV and social networking sites [...].