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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 [...].

Kyoto is not only a tourist city lined with World Heritage sites and historic temples and shrines, but it is also known as the setting for numerous anime and manga works […]

"Yasui Konpira-gu" is a small shrine located at the Higashiyama-Yasui intersection, south of Gion in Kyoto. Locals refer to it as "Yasui's Konpira [...]

Have you heard about "Benten-no-sato" which has recently been featured in the media and has become a hot topic of conversation? Benten-no-sato is located in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, and is known for its "egg on rice" [...].

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 [...].

Kyoto on a rainy day is also very picturesque, but sightseeing while worrying about getting your feet wet can be a bit depressing. The rainy season is of course [...].

Throughout July, Kyoto is completely immersed in the “Gion Festival,” a month-long celebration. With Yasaka Shrine at the center of the festivities, the Yamahoko districts are busy erecting the festival floats […]

Castella, with its fluffy texture and mild sweetness, is an addictive treat based on sweets introduced from Europe around the 15th and 16th centuries [...].

When we think of Kyoto, we tend to think of temples, shrines, and other spots with a Japanese atmosphere and a sense of history... but in fact, there are many places where the whole family can enjoy pastoral [...].

Why do girls like to get together and chat so much?　Stylish restaurants and spending time without [...]...

Bread and coffee are among the foods and beverages that are often talked about as being consumed in Kyoto. Kyoto is known for its Japanese [...].

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 [...]...

When walking through Kyoto’s hanamai districts, you’ll often see signs at the entrances of ryotei and tea houses that read “No first-time customers allowed” […]

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.

Kyoto is home to a wide variety of delicious foods, but among the most famous is "kyo-gashi," a Kyoto-style confectionery established in Kyoto in the modern era. [...].

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 [...].

During the seasons when Kyoto is lit up and nighttime worship is held, you can enjoy sightseeing at night. You can see different scenery than during the daytime, but we recommend [...].

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 [...].

Do you want to choose a picture book for your child in Kyoto? Do you ever wonder which bookstore to go to when you want to choose a picture book for your child? We are sure that your child's rich growth will [...]...

What do you imagine when you think of Kyoto? Maiko, Japanese sweets, shrines, etc... Kyoto has a number of traditional cultures, but let's [...]

The corona infection situation has calmed down a bit and there are more opportunities for travel today. Kyoto Station, the gateway to Kyoto, has also recently [...].

The temperature is rising rapidly in Kyoto these days, and it is getting hot enough to wear short-sleeved shirts. With the bright sunshine [...]...

In Kyoto, there are many places where you can experience the changing of the seasons, but when it comes to night views, the Kansai region has some of the best, such as the Rokko Mountains and [...]...

Toji Temple, a World Heritage Site, is located in Minami Ward, Kyoto. I stopped by To-ji Temple in the morning, had lunch nearby, and then moved on to [...] [...

Have you ever heard of Kyoto vegetables grown in Nagaokakyo City, Kyoto Prefecture? Nagaokakyo City's kyoyasai, "Hanana," is a Kyoto vegetable that is eaten in early spring [...].

There are various purposes and places to visit when it comes to sightseeing in Kyoto, such as visiting famous World Cultural Heritage sites, but in fact, paragliding experience 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 is a battleground for bakeries! You often hear that "Kyoto is a battleground area for bakeries! According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' "Household Survey of Households with Two or More Members in Prefectural Cities and Government Ordinances [...].

Located southwest of Kyoto City, Nagaokakyo City stands on the site of “Nagaokakyo,” which served as the capital for just 10 years, from 784 to 794 […]

From April to the beginning of the rainy season, warm weather is pleasant, and it is the perfect time to move around all day long, so [...]...

A “mysterious inn” in Kyoto’s Shimogyo Ward has been making headlines lately. Among Kyoto’s many lodging options, this place offers a particularly unique experience […]