Just north of Kyoto is the stunning body of water known as Lake Biwa or “Biwako” in Shiga Prefecture, home to beautiful beaches and resorts.
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Restaurants
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Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara brings Turkish-Uzbek delight to Kyoto
Just around the corner from Gion-Shijo station by the famous Kamo River, Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara serves up a succulent halal feed!
Kyoto / Summer
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Enjoying the sunflowers in full bloom in Kyoto’s southern district
Sunflowers are truly a sight to behold in the Japanese summer. These lovely golden petals were spotted in the Fushimi ward of South Kyoto.
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Summer
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Revisiting the legendary Hieizan (Mt. Hiei) during summer
Mt. Hiei or “Hieizan” is one of the strongholds of Buddhism in Japan, offering scenic views, historic temples, and tough hiking trails!
Food / Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain
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5 reasons Mt. Hiei’s summit is the perfect picnic spot
Mt. Hiei is easily my favorite hiking trail in Kyoto, not just for the challenging route, but also the perfect picnic spot at the summit!
Food / Halal / Kyoto / Shopping
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The best supermarket chains to stock up on groceries in Japan
Whether you’re here on holiday or on a long-term basis, it’s worth exploring Japan’s supermarket chains for delicious foods at low prices!
Kameoka / Kyoto / Park
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Kameoka’s Asobi No Oka is the most scenic playground in Kyoto!
Taking the kids to a playground (or dare I say yourself to a playground) doesn’t have to feel like a chore with Kameoka’s scenic Asobi No Oka!
Kyoto / Mountain / Park
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Top 5 most scenic picnic spots in Kyoto
Kyoto is easily Japan’s most scenic prefecture featuring stunning nature-city hybrid views. Here are Kyoto’s 5 most scenic picnic spots!
Food / Kyoto
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Trying Kyoto’s Zenkashoin confectionery’s “Phantom Moon” waffles
Zenkashoin is a brand of authentic and hybrid Japanese-Western confectionery treats located near Kyoto’s iconic Nijo Castle.
Cafe / Food / Kyoto
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Olive oil ice cream? Trying this local delicacy in Amanohashidate
At the docks of Miyazu Bay is a cafe that’s taking visitors of Amanohashidate by storm, offering its iconic olive oil ice cream cones!
Kyoto / Tours
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Getting Attacked by Eagles on the Amanohashidate Boat Cruise!
It was a moment I will remember forever – my heart-thumping encounter with an eagle soaring over Amanohashidate’s Miyazu Bay.