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SOWAKA offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Kyoto

SOWAKA is more than just a hotel, it’s an experience that takes the soul on a journey to peace, tranquility, and an understanding of the self.

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.

Representing two distinct wards of Kyoto prefecture, the Yamashina River and Uji River intersect at this beautiful location near Mukaijima.

Akiyoshi is a yakitori or “grilled chicken skewer” franchise that grew popular on social media and now attracts customers on a global scale.

Mountain views, beautiful sunsets, and aesthetic Japanese castles are not typically associated with tennis courts, but they are in Kansai!

Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda has been a tourism icon of Japan for as long as international travel has been around. At night, it brings a new flavor!

Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.

Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!

Gion / Kyoto / Park

A hidden gem that only reveals itself to those who explore beyond the famous Yasaka Shrine, Maruyama Park offers zen and beauty unmatched.

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

Despite its name, the Romon Falls have nothing to do with Rome, but rather is the name of a beautiful waterfall site in the forests of Kyoto.

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