Sunflowers are truly a sight to behold in the Japanese summer. These lovely golden petals were spotted in the Fushimi ward of South Kyoto.
The first cherry blossoms have arrived in Kyoto!
The 2025 sakura season in Japan has arrived, and Kyoto’s wonderful cherry blossoms are blooming all over the prefecture!
Exploring the Chushojima riverside – Fushimi’s hidden gem
The Chushojima riverside is easily one of Kyoto’s most underrated places of scenic beauty, offering stunning rivers, sakura, and shrines.
Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine promotes spirituality and learning
Located in proximity to a number of schools in the area, Momoyama Tenmangu Shrine is a place where residents pray for educational success.
Fushimi Momoyama Castle is the most underrated castle in Kyoto
A site I never thought I’d see in Kyoto, the Fushimi Momoyama Castle stands tall and proud to rival the magnificence of Japan’s best castles.
Autumn in Kyoto 2023 – the best places to see autumn leaves
Arguably Japan’s most scenic prefecture of natural beauty, Kyoto offers some of the best viewing spots for crisp red and gold autumn leaves.
Gyomu Super is Kyoto’s best Muslim-friendly supermarket chain
Located in the heart of Kyoto in the Fushimi ward is Gyomu Supermarket. Here, you can find local and international goods including halal.
