A great impact when you give it to someone! Four unusual souvenirs from Kyoto
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 [...].
Popular with all ages! Must sell out! A collection of kawaii sake from Kyoto!
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 [...].
3 bookstores with cafes for a quick break during sightseeing in Kyoto
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 [...].
Let's walk in Kyoto, a city of literature. Part 2
Visit the places associated with female literary figures of the Heian period. Let me introduce the second of my literary explorations of Kyoto, a temple associated with Izumi-Shikibu. The entrance [...].
Let's Walk in Kyoto, City of Literature. Part 1
What do you think of when you think of Kyoto? Temples and shrines? Maiko? Or cafes? Bread? Kyoto is a surprisingly [...]...
A Stunning 300,000 Books! Japan's “MANGA” Gathers in Kyoto!
The best museum in Japan focusing on manga in general "MANGA" has now become the pride of Japanese culture, attracting the world's attention. The famous [...]...
One-minute walk from the World Heritage Site To-ji Temple! Introducing the highlights of Kanchiin, a temple associated with Musashi Miyamoto
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 [...].
How about bath salts as Kyoto souvenirs or for relaxing at your hotel? Introducing our recommended stores.
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".
Two secret alleyways where you might be able to take Kyoto-style photos...
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 [...].
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is not the only one! Popular Power Spots with Deep Ties to Sugawara no Michizane
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, [...].