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Ohara: The Quiet Kyoto Getaway Where Streams, Temples, and Forest Views Meet

During summer months in Kyoto, the central districts of Shijo and Sanjo twinkle with the lights of elevated kawayuka platforms, where diners sit by the Kamo River. The riverside he...

Biwako Valley Day Trip from Kyoto: Cool Mountain Air and Incredible Lake Views Just 40 Minutes Away

When you're in Kansai, sure, you can shop till you drop and hop between shrines in the city, but if you want to squeeze a jaw-dropping natural view into your Kyoto day trip itinera...

Kamakura: A Coastal Retreat Within Reach of Tokyo

Kamakura is a historic coastal town roughly 50-60 minutes from Tokyo Station on the direct JR Yokosuka Line. Long favoured as a retreat by Tokyo’s business and creative class, it p...

8 Best Machiyas in Kyoto: Experience Traditional Japanese Living During Your Stay

Machiyas are traditional wooden townhouses once favored by Kyoto’s merchants and craftspeople until just before WWII. Today, these beautifully preserved homes offer travelers a cha...

10 Recommended Apartment Hotels in Kyoto for Long Stays and Family Trips

If you are planning to enjoy a family trip or longer stay in Kyoto, apartment hotels with kitchens and washing machines are recommended. This article introduces 10 recommended acco...

Top 3 Bus Tours to Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji (Amanohashidate Included) [2026]

Compare three bus tours from Osaka and Kyoto to Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Amanohashidate at a glance: prices, itineraries, and real reviews all in one place. Discover the surest...

House in Shichiku

House in Shichiku is a small Kyoto dwelling that turns away from its neighbors on all four sides, converting the leftover wedges of a cramped flag-shaped lot into gardens and gathe...

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Cycle Through Ancient Japan: Asuka Village Day Trip from Osaka/Kyoto

When you think of Nara, deer may come to mind—but venture a little farther south and you’ll discover Asuka Village, a peaceful countryside treasure steeped in 1,400 years of histor...

(Summer Exclusive) Kyoto's Kamogawa & Osaka's Kitahama Terraces: 5 Budget-Friendly "Kawadoko" Cafes & Restaurant...

When you think of summer in Japan, fireworks, yukatas, and lively festivals probably come to mind. But in the Kansai region, there is another beloved seasonal tradition: kawadoko,...

３年間暮らした大好きな街、京都を離れます[籠宮壮太朗ブログ]

こんにちは！　籠宮壮太朗です。  大学に通うために京都に住み始めて、３年と少しが経ちました。  いろいろと区切りがついたので、８月で京都を離れて東京へ引っ越すことになりました。  ........

The Best Things to Do in Kyoto: Our Favorite Temples and Hidden Gems

Kyoto felt like stepping into another world, where centuries-old traditions blend seamlessly with everyday life. During our stay in a beautifully restored Machiya, a traditional Ja...

10+ KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS LESS THAN 10 MINS FROM KYOTO STATION

My Kyoto with Kids page is long and super detailed as I include playgrounds, sightseeing and places to eat.I also have a page here with a full list of my recommended restaurants fo...

The 2nd Kyoto Station Building Art Festival Geijutsu no Eki 2026 GNE

Sorry, this entry is only available in Japanese. For the sake of viewer convenience, the content is shown belo […]

7 Stylish Neighborhoods That Will Make You Fall In Love With Tokyo All Over Again

Tokyo provides fascinating experiences for dining, shopping, entertainment and classic sightseeing spots such as Ueno, Asakusa, Shinjuku, and Shibuya will always be popular, but he...

Why Kyoto, not Tokyo, is Japan’s real deeptech bet

Ask most investors where Japan’s startup action is, and they will say Tokyo without hesitation. But at this year’s IVS 2026, one of Japan’s largest startup gatherings, a quieter st...

Through the Lens: Kyoto heat fires up Gion Festival crowds

Just 2 Hours from Tokyo! Escape to Yamanashi's NIPPONIA Kosuge, Where an Entire 700-Person Village Becomes Your Hotel

Need a break from the rush of city life? About 2 hours by car from central Tokyo, Kosuge Village in Yamanashi Prefecture is a quiet mountain retreat tucked away near the headwaters...

東京駅から直線距離でわずか3キロ JR京葉線に「秘境駅」がある

ざっくり言うと YouTubeで交通系検証チャンネルが都内の秘境駅を徹底調査した 東京駅から3キロの越中島駅は23区内JR最少の約9600人利用にとどまる 奥多摩の白丸...

In a Tokyo suburb, a bamboo grove no one dares to enter

No one knows exactly why the thicket of greenery near JR Moto-Yawata Station is now a no-go zone, but it's been that way for centuries.

WATER PLAY & SPLASH PARKS FOR KIDS IN KYOTO

Kyoto in the summer months can be hard going if you are travelling with kids. See here if you are interested in renting a bike in Kyoto – it can be a great way to… The post WATER P...

This Japanese-Style Starbucks Is the Dreamiest Place to Take a Break in Kyoto (Maruyama Park Kiku-no-Kei Store)

Looking for a scenic place to rest during a day of sightseeing in Kyoto? Located in Maruyama Park, just behind Yasaka Shrine, the Starbucks Coffee Kyoto Maruyama Park Kiku-no-Kei s...

Discover Historic Japan Beyond Kyoto: Hikone Castle, Genkyu-en Garden, and Hikonyan

Kyoto may be the star of most Kansai itineraries, but nearby Shiga Prefecture offers a quieter way to experience Japan’s history. Just around 50 minutes from Kyoto, Hikone Castle m...

京都・祇園祭、17日に山鉾巡行　予定は？見どころは？交通規制は？