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A Guide to Uji – Revisiting the scenic matcha town of Kyoto

Uji is one of Kyoto’s greenest towns, and for good reason! After all, it’s the matcha green tea capital of Japan – here’s a quick guide…

Across the road from Kyoto station is a large shopping complex known as Aeon Mall, featuring an abundance of unique Japanese stores.

Kyoto was once Japan’s capital, but today it’s seen as Japan’s “cultural capital,” home to some brilliant traditional & modern architecture.

Kyoto / Park

Kyoto is home to a plethora of scenic outdoor parks that showcase Japan’s natural beauty and seasonal color transitions.

Along the beautiful Kamo River by Sanjo Station is the luxurious rooftop cafe known as M Stand, serving up aesthetic Japanese food and drink.

Chionji Temple is located along the stunning Miyazu Bay in Amanohashidate, home to one of the Nihon Sankei – Japan’s Three Scenic Views.

Tori Saku is a franchise of delicious Japanese-style fried chicken known as karaage, with stores across Kyoto and Osaka.

In the heart of Kyoto is the hidden gem known as Coffee Bar PineBook where you can immerse yourself in books, coffee, and culture!

Real Mexican food is a real struggle to find in Japan, but thanks to Roti Chicken & Jackie Tacos, you can experience it right here in Kyoto!

I’ve done my fair share of hiking all over the world, but there are a few unique traits of Japan’s hiking routes that I want to highlight.

Japan is the land of mountains, rivers, and lakes, so I thought I’d piece together my 5 favorite spots in Japan to enjoy views of the water.

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.