Coffee, egg toasties, and a stable Wi-Fi connection are all you need to get your best work done at this Holly’s Cafe store in Kyoto!
Amagase Forest Park is home to some of Kyoto’s best scenery
A place where families and friends gather for hiking and camping activities, Amagase Forest Park is a scenic wonderland in Uji, Kyoto.
Umanose Observation Deck offers scenic views of Amagase Forest
Hidden in the wilderness of Amagase Forest Park, the Umanose Observation Deck is a small viewing platform overlooking Uji’s city and nature.
Exploring the scenic beauty of Kyoto’s Amagase Dam
Nestled in the mountains of Uji, the green tea capital of the world, is the scenic Amagase Dam which divides the Uji River and Seta River.
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.
Kurama to Kibune – a scenic hike where nature meets culture
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.
A tale of two rivers – the beautiful Yamashina-Uji intersection
Representing two distinct wards of Kyoto prefecture, the Yamashina River and Uji River intersect at this beautiful location near Mukaijima.
Succulent grilled skewers at Akiyoshi Yakitori
Akiyoshi is a yakitori or “grilled chicken skewer” franchise that grew popular on social media and now attracts customers on a global scale.
The best tennis courts in the Kansai region (my top 3 picks)
Mountain views, beautiful sunsets, and aesthetic Japanese castles are not typically associated with tennis courts, but they are in Kansai!
5 reasons you’ll love Kyoto’s Yasaka Pagoda at night!
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!
Exploring the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam in Kyoto
Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.
Mt. Otowa summit offers unique views of Kyoto & Shiga prefecture
Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!