For “Kyoto connoisseurs,” I highly recommend Kyogoku Iwai for its traditional incense sticks and authentic Japanese antiques!
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Nishiki Market is home to Kyoto’s traditional food & authentic goods
Easily the most famous shopping street in Kyoto (and arguably Japan), Nishiki Market offers exclusive food and goods you won’t find elsewhere.
Revisiting Kameoka’s Nango Park during Kyoto’s autumn season
The last time I visited Nango Park was on a miserable rainy day. This time, I am striving to do it justice with a sunny day visit!
C&C Cafe is serving up the best acai bowls in Kyoto!
In Kyoto’s city of Uji, a small and humble store called C&C Cafe is dedicated to consistently producing high-quality acai bowls.
Fushimi Otesuji Shopping Street is one of Kyoto’s best-kept secrets
While most people glamorize Kyoto’s Shijo Street and Nishiki Market, amazing shopping streets like Fushimi Otesuji go unnoticed!
Amagase Forest Park is home to some of Kyoto’s best scenery
A place where families and friends gather for hiking and camping activities, Amagase Forest Park is a scenic wonderland in Uji, Kyoto.
Exploring the scenic beauty of Kyoto’s Amagase Dam
Nestled in the mountains of Uji, the green tea capital of the world, is the scenic Amagase Dam which divides the Uji River and Seta River.
SOWAKA offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Kyoto
SOWAKA is more than just a hotel, it’s an experience that takes the soul on a journey to peace, tranquility, and an understanding of the self.
Kyoto Botanical Gardens lets you appreciate nature’s beauty
Offering beautiful floral exhibits, natural scenery, and a tranquil atmosphere, Kyoto Botanical Gardens is the perfect place to de-stress.
5 reasons you’ll love Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda at night!
Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda has been a tourism icon of Japan for as long as international travel has been around. At night, it brings a new flavor!
Exploring the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam in Kyoto
Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.
Mt. Otowa summit offers unique views of Kyoto & Shiga prefecture
Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!