Skip to content
Have Ya Seen Japan

Have Ya Seen Japan

Adventures of Yaseen Hijazi

  • Home
  • About
  • Books
  • Portfolio
  • Contact
The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)
Kyoto / Mount Fuji / Mountain

The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)

Posted on: October 6, 2023November 17, 2023

Japan is a mountainous region by nature, its tallest being Mt. Fuji at 3,776 meters. Here are 5 amazing mountain views that aren’t Mt. Fuji.

Kyogoku Kaneyo is serving up the best unagi eel in Japan!
Food / Kyoto / Restaurants

Kyogoku Kaneyo is serving up the best unagi eel in Japan!

Posted on: September 29, 2023April 24, 2025

In the heart of Kyoto lies a vintage Japanese restaurant called Kyogoku Kaneyo, and you best believe their grilled eel is the best in town!

Top 5 most naturally beautiful areas in the Kyoto prefecture
Kyoto / Mountain / Travel / Uji

Top 5 most naturally beautiful areas in the Kyoto prefecture

Posted on: September 26, 2023September 26, 2023

The Kyoto prefecture is considered Japan’s place of natural scenic beauty. Here are my top 5 locations of natural beauty in Kyoto!

Wandering around Nijo Castle at night – a great way to unwind
Architecture / Castle / Culture / Kyoto

Wandering around Nijo Castle at night – a great way to unwind

Posted on: September 22, 2023September 22, 2023

Nijo Castle is one of Kyoto’s many displays of authentic Japanese architecture enriched with culture. Here’s what it looks like at night!

Cycling along the Uji River is a breathtaking way to see Kyoto!
Cycling / Kyoto / Sports and Fitness / Uji

Cycling along the Uji River is a breathtaking way to see Kyoto!

Posted on: September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

The Uji River is a massive body of water that stretches from Kyoto all the way through to Osaka, offering breathtaking scenery along the way!

Working in Japan – a day as a part-time hotel cleaner in Kyoto
Kyoto / Working Holiday Visa

Working in Japan – a day as a part-time hotel cleaner in Kyoto

Posted on: September 8, 2023September 8, 2023

Working in Japan at Kyoto’s HOTEL LiVEMAX has its ups and downs, but one thing’s for sure, it’s a great way to earn a little extra yen!

Uber Eats in Japan – easy to use, incredible variety, and low costs!
Food / Kyoto / Restaurants

Uber Eats in Japan – easy to use, incredible variety, and low costs!

Posted on: September 7, 2023September 7, 2023

Uber Eats is really something else in Japan, offering a Japanese-dominant food menu with amazing variety and affordable prices!

Gion is the geisha district of Kyoto featuring authentic nightlife vibes
Food / Gion / Kyoto / Restaurants

Gion is the geisha district of Kyoto featuring authentic nightlife vibes

Posted on: September 5, 2023September 5, 2023

Known for its ambient lanterns lined up along the street and geisha-themed decorations, Gion is a must-visit for embracing Japanese culture.

Mukaijima is Kyoto’s underrated countryside town
Kyoto / Mountain / Travel

Mukaijima is Kyoto’s underrated countryside town

Posted on: September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

About 10 kilometers out from Kyoto station is a town called Mukaijima. Nestled between thick natural forests and mountains, it’s a must-see!

Wearing a kimono in Japan – preparing your perfect travel photos
Fashion / Fushimi Inari-Taisha / Kimono / Kyoto / Mount Fuji / Travel

Wearing a kimono in Japan – preparing your perfect travel photos

Posted on: September 3, 2023September 3, 2023

Many of us have fantasized about wearing a kimono in Japan, but how should you go about it? Here are a few ways to get involved with kimonos!

Buying a bicycle in Japan – reviewing Kon’s Cycle in Uji, Kyoto
Cycling / Kyoto / Sports and Fitness / Uji

Buying a bicycle in Japan – reviewing Kon’s Cycle in Uji, Kyoto

Posted on: August 28, 2023March 6, 2024

Kon’s Cycle is your one-stop shop for all your bicycle needs in Japan! Here’s how my experience at the Uji branch in Kyoto went down.

Heian Shrine offers scenic views of Kyoto that aren’t talked about!
Architecture / Kyoto / Shrine

Heian Shrine offers scenic views of Kyoto that aren’t talked about!

Posted on: August 19, 2023August 19, 2023

You probably won’t see this on your standard Kyoto itinerary, but the spectacular landscapes of Heian Shrine are not too far from the action!

Posts pagination

Previous page Page 1 … Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Next page
Newsletter Signup Form
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Name *
Loading
Theme Cube Blog by Kantipur Themes