
Prepare to wait in line! 2 Castella shops in Kyoto where you can buy unique Kyoto souvenirs
Castella, with its fluffy texture and mild sweetness, is an addictive treat based on sweets introduced from Europe around the 15th and 16th centuries [...].

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 [...].

When people hear “Kyoto,” isn’t the first thing that comes to mind the “Japanese” image—things like matcha, sake, and traditional Japanese sweets? Well […]

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 [...].

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 [...].

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

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 [...].

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 [...]...

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 [...]".

Cream puffs are filled with sweet cream and make you happy with just one bite. In fact, there are also delicious [...] in Kyoto City.

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 [...]...

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 [...].

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 [...].

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 [...].

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 [...].

What do you think of when you think of Kyoto? Temples and shrines? Maiko? Or cafes? Bread? Kyoto is a surprisingly [...]...

Bread consumption in Kyoto is among the highest in Japan. Kyoto is known as the "City of Bread," and there are many high quality bakeries. Kyoto [...].

If you’re a fan of sake, you’ve probably heard of “Fushimi sake.” Along with Nada in Hyogo and Saijo in Hiroshima, it is counted among the “Three Great Sake-Producing Regions of Japan” […]

It’s truly amazing how quickly time flies. On New Year’s Day, as a new year begins, all across Japan […]