Called the Zuiko-in Temple, this mesmerizing landmark is better known as the temple nestled in the forests of Mt. Daimonji.
Golden Pavilion / Kyoto / Silver Pavilion / Temple / Travel
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Why Kyoto’s Silver Pavilion is superior to the Golden Pavilion
Kyoto’s Silver Pavilion (Ginkaku-ji) is often outshone by its Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) counterpart, but here’s why that’s simply not true.
Kyoto / Mountain / Philosopher's Path / Sports and Fitness
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Hiking through Mt. Daimonji offers mesmerizing scenery of Kyoto
If you’ve ever wanted to run through thick forests and mountains like in the Lord of the Rings, then Mt. Daimonji is the hike for you!
Accommodation / Foreigner / Gion / Kyoto
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APA Hotel is the ideal choice for a memorable stay in Gion, Kyoto
Wherever you are in Japan, there is an APA Hotel around the corner! Here’s what it’s like staying at APA Hotel in Kyoto’s geisha district.
Food / Halal / Odaiba / Restaurants / Tokyo
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Diver City’s Shinshu Sojibo brings halal feeds to Odaiba!
In the heart of Odaiba’s iconic shopping complex Diver City, Shinshu Sojibo offers halal-certified tasty soba noodles and katsudon!
Food / Shinkansen / Travel
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The best Ekiben meals for your Shinkansen (bullet train) trip
Ekiben is a slang Japanese term meaning “train station lunch box.” Sold at all Shinkansen stations, here are my top 3 choices of ekiben!
Culture / Drinks / Food
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Delicious & unique treats made to order at Japanese Snacks Lab!
Offering endless categories of Japanese snacks delivered to your door, there’s something for everyone at Japanese Snacks Lab!
Accommodation / Food / Hiroshima / Travel
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5 must-do activities in Hiroshima
Since the horrific atomic bomb hit them in 1945, Hiroshima has since rebuilt itself into a thriving city that attracts visitors worldwide!
Accommodation / Gion / Kyoto
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JAM Hostel Kyoto offers a super affordable stay by the Kamo River
Clean, affordable, and in prime position by the Kamo River, JAM Hostel Kyoto gave me one of the most memorable stays in Japan.
Gion / Kyoto / Shrine
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5 awesome reasons to visit the Yasaka Shrine in Gion
Known as Japan’s geisha district, Gion is home to many of Kyoto’s traditional arts and culture, including the iconic Yasaka Shrine.
Kyoto / Travel / Uji
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Exploring Kangetsukyo station – a stunning stop by the Uji River
A small station in a scenic place, Kangetsukyo station offers serene walking trails and stunning views of the Uji River and Yodogawa Bridge.
Architecture / Bridge / Kyoto / Uji
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Exploring the Yodogawa Bridge – Mukaijima’s signature landmark
The small humble town of Mukaijima is home to the iconic Yodogawa Bridge crossing over Kyoto’s beautiful Uji River.