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Kyogoku Iwai is the top choice for Kyoto antiques and incense
Culture / Kyoto / Shopping

Kyogoku Iwai is the top choice for Kyoto antiques and incense

Posted on: November 7, 2024August 1, 2025

For “Kyoto connoisseurs,” I highly recommend Kyogoku Iwai for its traditional incense sticks and authentic Japanese antiques!

Nishiki Market is home to Kyoto’s traditional food & authentic goods
Culture / Food / Kyoto / Shopping

Nishiki Market is home to Kyoto’s traditional food & authentic goods

Posted on: November 2, 2024August 1, 2025

Easily the most famous shopping street in Kyoto (and arguably Japan), Nishiki Market offers exclusive food and goods you won’t find elsewhere.

Iwasaka Inari Shrine – where the light of Kameoka shines
Kameoka / Kyoto / Shrine

Iwasaka Inari Shrine – where the light of Kameoka shines

Posted on: October 30, 2024August 1, 2025

Hiking up to the Heiwadai Observation Deck brings with it a hidden gem. The Iwasaka Inari Shrine shines bright at the top of Kameoka!

Kurama to Kibune – a scenic hike where nature meets culture
Culture / Hiking / Kibune / Kurama / Kyoto / Sports and Fitness

Kurama to Kibune – a scenic hike where nature meets culture

Posted on: October 3, 2024August 1, 2025

In the deep forests of Kyoto’s northern mountains, two villages form the start and end points of a scenic journey – the Kurama to Kibune hike.

Gion Matsuri – Kyoto’s largest festival with a thousand-year history
Culture / Festivals / Gion / Kyoto / Summer / Travel

Gion Matsuri – Kyoto’s largest festival with a thousand-year history

Posted on: July 19, 2024July 19, 2024

Since its first iteration in the year 869, Kyoto has celebrated its largest festival, Gion Matsuri, every summer for over a thousand years!

This Kyoto temple nestled in the forest will take you to another time
Kyoto / Mountain / Temple

This Kyoto temple nestled in the forest will take you to another time

Posted on: July 4, 2024July 30, 2025

Called the Zuiko-in Temple, this mesmerizing landmark is better known as the temple nestled in the forests of Mt. Daimonji.

Delicious & unique treats made to order at Japanese Snacks Lab!
Culture / Drinks / Food

Delicious & unique treats made to order at Japanese Snacks Lab!

Posted on: June 2, 2024June 6, 2024

Offering endless categories of Japanese snacks delivered to your door, there’s something for everyone at Japanese Snacks Lab!

5 awesome reasons to visit the Yasaka Shrine in Gion
Gion / Kyoto / Shrine

5 awesome reasons to visit the Yasaka Shrine in Gion

Posted on: May 29, 2024July 30, 2025

Known as Japan’s geisha district, Gion is home to many of Kyoto’s traditional arts and culture, including the iconic Yasaka Shrine.

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type
Culture / Society / Thoughts / Travel

What you’ll love about Japan based on your MBTI personality type

Posted on: May 12, 2024July 30, 2025

Whether you’re an outgoing thrill-seeker or a reserved peacekeeper, there’s something you’ll love about Japan regardless of your personality!

Yokohama Chinatown – 5 reasons it’s worth visiting
Architecture / Food / Foreigner / Restaurants / Travel / Yokohama

Yokohama Chinatown – 5 reasons it’s worth visiting

Posted on: March 27, 2024July 30, 2025

Yokohama Chinatown is widely regarded as the “largest Chinatown in Asia,” outside of China of course. Here are 5 reasons it’s worth a visit! Yokohama has long since […]

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective
Architecture / Cherry Blossom / Mount Fuji / Mountain / Shrine / Temple

Why Japan is so beautiful – An obsessed foreigner’s perspective

Posted on: March 7, 2024July 30, 2025

Mt. Fuji, sakura, and bonsai are the icons of Japan’s beauty, but the truth is there is an abundance of reasons that make Japan beautiful.

Exploring Enryaku-ji Temple – Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site
Kyoto / Mountain / Temple / Travel

Exploring Enryaku-ji Temple – Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site

Posted on: February 26, 2024July 30, 2025

Nestled in the mountainous ranges of Kyoto’s Hieizan (Mt. Hiei), Enryaku-ji Temple is one of the most significant sites in Japanese history.

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