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 […]
Kyoto has a variety of famous tea stores and Japanese confectionery stores. Among them are Western and Japanese confectionaries that locals have been going to for many years [...].
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, and is famous for its plum blossoms in spring. It is a popular sightseeing spot in Kyoto, but "after visiting the shrine, you will be able to enjoy the golden [...]".
Kyoto has many tourist attractions that you would like to visit. However, Kyoto is a famous place that is visited by many tourists from abroad, so it is not surprising that there are many places to visit in Kyoto.
While walking across the Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama, I saw a parent call out to a child dressed in festive attire, “Don’t look back!” […]
With the weather getting warmer by the day, it is time for a fun outing. Kyoto has many sightseeing spots, temples and shrines, but [...]...
When you hear the Kyoto dialect, you have an image of maiko (apprentice geisha) and a refined impression. So, what kind of words are actually used in the Kyoto dialect [...].
In 1853, Perry arrived in Uraga, and the movement to exclude the emperor and expel the barbarians became active in Japan. Kyoto was also the scene of upheaval at the end of the Edo period, and the city [...].
Cream puffs are filled with sweet cream and make you happy with just one bite. In fact, there are also delicious [...] in Kyoto City.
Kyoto is famous for Kyoto Tower, which is so large that when you arrive at JR Kyoto Station, you are overwhelmed by its sheer size that you can hardly see the whole thing. Kyoto Tower is [...].
Kyoto has many old townscapes and historic shrines. In such Kyoto, there are many shrines and spots that are too fashionable to be Instagrammed [...].
Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is home to many photogenic places. Of course, it is wonderful to preserve memories through photos, but if you go to the trouble, Kyoto is the place to [...]...
Grand Marble" is a popular souvenir from Kyoto. Grand Marble is a bakery famous for its marble Danish and Kyoto's famous match [...].
Kiyomizu and Gion are very popular sightseeing spots in Kyoto. The "visit Kiyomizu Temple, then take a short break at a café on Hanamikoji Street..." [...].
Mid-February to late March is the season when ume (plum blossoms) bloom throughout Kyoto City. You can sense that spring is approaching, and at this time of year, Kyoto [...].
Kyoto Station is known as the gateway to Kyoto, with excellent access to JR, Kintetsu, and subway lines. It is a great place for sightseeing, meeting up, shopping [...].
Kyoto has three major festivals: Gion-machi, Aoi Matsuri, and Jidai Matsuri, which are held in May at Kamigamo Shrine and Shimogamo Shrine.
Cherry blossoms are blooming here and there in Kyoto. In the midst of all this, the "Nijo Castle Cherry Blossom Festival," which has become an annual event in Kyoto this year [...].
Kyoto is a city that delights people with its seasonal scenes. Especially during the cherry blossom season and the season of autumn leaves, many people from all over Japan visit Kyoto, and the city [...]...
Kyoto is famous for its shrines, temples, and other tourist attractions, but in fact there are many places where you can enjoy camping. Colo [...].
Kyoto has a variety of tourist attractions, but for a family outing, we recommend a park where you can take your children to play. Athletic [...].
It is gradually starting to feel like spring in Kyoto. Sightseeing on foot is a good way to enjoy this season, but it is also a good idea to use a bicycle [...].
In Kyoto, there are many stores selling tableware, vases, and other vessels. Each piece of tableware is handmade and has its own unique flavor. They are perfect for everyday [...].
If you are going sightseeing in Kyoto, you would like to visit famous shrines. However, there are thousands of shrines to choose from, and "deciding where to go [...].
"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 [...]
Goshuin (red seal) is a symbol that you have visited a shrine in Kyoto. Many people visit shrines for these red seals and original red seal books.
Toji Temple is a World Heritage Site in Kyoto. The precincts of the temple are very large, and there are many buildings such as Kondo, Kodo, and Gojuno-to (five-story pagoda), and if you want to take your time to look around [...].
March has arrived and the days are gradually getting warmer. Plum blossoms are now at their best here and there in Kyoto. Cherry blossom viewing spots are [...].
Doughnuts, perfect for when you are hungry, are one of those snacks that fascinate both adults and children. These doughnuts are loved by everyone [...].
New Year's Day and Setsubun have passed, and Valentine's Day has come to an end. Then the next seasonal event that comes to mind is the Dolls' Festival. However, in Kyoto [...]...
Cherry blossom viewing is one of the most popular springtime traditions in Japan. There are many places famous for cherry blossoms in Kyoto City, but the standard tree is located in Nijo Castle [...].
Kyoto University, Doshisha University, Ritsumeikan University, and many others are scattered throughout the area, and the area has been the setting for numerous literary works [...].
Kyoto is often associated with Japanese cuisine such as kaiseki, yuba (bean curd), fu (wheat gluten), obanzai, etc., but in fact, there are many Western-style restaurants [...].
Bath salts are effective for beauty and relaxation. I want to buy some as souvenirs for my friends", "I want to buy some for my hotel [...]", "I want to buy some as souvenirs for my friends".
Recently, there are more and more unique supermarkets such as business supermarkets, supermarkets from overseas like Costco, and supermarkets specializing in frozen foods [...].
Kyoto is famous for many things, but one of the most famous is pickles. In Kyoto, there are three types of pickles called [...].
Valentine's Day is coming soon. In Kyoto, the "Salon du Chocolat" at Isetan and the "Amour de Chocolat" at Takashimaya [...]
Kyoto is famous for its matcha green tea and yatsuhashi (a type of bridge) souvenirs. However, there are some unique souvenirs that are not standardized products [...].
Kyoto's typical scenery is famous for its wooden houses, cobblestone streets, and small lanes surrounded by earthen walls taller than one's height. Especially around Gion and Kiyomizu-dera [...].
Kyoto is said to have been a prosperous sake brewing area since as far back as the Muromachi period (1336-1573). The soft water that makes the most of the climate is a taste that symbolizes the ancient capital [...].
If you want to take a short rest while sightseeing in Kyoto, visit a cafe where you can enjoy Japanese sweets or a sweet shop where you can relax in a tatami [...].
It will soon be Setsubun. It seems like just a few days ago that the new year began, and now a month has passed in the blink of an eye. Every year I visit Kyoto [...].
The Kyoto Imperial Palace is a popular tourist attraction in Kyoto City. Across Karasuma-dori, which borders the western side of the city, is a shrine with deep ties to Sugawara Michizane, the god of learning, [...].
Souvenirs of Kyoto are often associated with yatsuhashi (traditional Japanese sweets), long-established Japanese confectionaries, and Japanese patterned accessories. Some visitors on vacation may ask, "What are the standard souvenirs [...]...
Kyoto is said to be a city with high consumption of bread and coffee. And, in fact, it is also the most competitive ramen district in the Kansai [...].
Kyoto and Incense When you think of fragrance in Kyoto, what scent comes to mind? Is it a Japanese fragrance such as sandalwood or cypress? [...].