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Enryakuji - A Day Trip from Kyoto

Toni — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 06:08:23 +0000

Enryakuji is an easy day trip from Kyoto, just half an hour on the train and you can be breathing the mountain air with stunning views out over Lake Biwa. This peaceful collection of historic temples on Mt Hiei is the perfect spot for a bit of light hiking, a living history lesson and a […]

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10 stunning Japanese castles that will transport you back in time

Toni — Sun, 25 Feb 2024 04:49:09 +0000

There are many reasons why Japanese castles should be part of your travel plans. They are architecturally both beautiful and impressive, they are often associated with some of the most stunning gardens in the country and they provide a glimpse back into the feudal age, the time of Shoguns, Samurai, Ninja and Geisha. When we are […]

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Eikan-do Temple in Kyoto

Toni — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 20:00:35 +0000

Eikan-do is one of those temples that we wandered into off of the Philosopher's Path without any intent or prior conception of what to expect. That can be a blessing and a curse. It's nice to experience everything with completely fresh eyes and no expectations but also without being able to read or converse well in Japanese […]

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16 of the best day trips from Kyoto

Toni — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 20:00:12 +0000

A super fast and efficient public transport system, being geographically compact and with so much diversity makes Japan an ideal country to explore. You don't need to be constantly moving from one base to another to see new parts of Japan, so much is accessible within a reasonable commute from a central city. We've taken […]

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Philosophers Path in Kyoto

Toni — Wed, 13 May 2015 20:00:41 +0000

The Philosophers Path in Kyoto is most popular in spring when you walk under the umbrella of fragrant cherry trees but it's a beautiful walk in any season and shouldn't be discounted if the blossom season has passed. The Philosophers Path in Kyoto (called Tetsugaku-no-Michi in Japanese) runs alongside a section of the Lake Biwa canal […]

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Discover the 5 geisha districts of Kyoto

Toni — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 07:00:36 +0000

Planning to see Geisha in Kyoto? Head into the areas where they live and entertain. These geisha districts are known as hanamachi and there are 5 in Kyoto. The city of Kyoto is a dream for anyone with an interest in Japanese history. It's a fantastic city to wander around, it's flat, there is something […]

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Kyoto Walking Tour - Central Kyoto

Toni — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 04:57:17 +0000

Explore the city with this self-guided Kyoto walking tour around central Kyoto. Follow the marked route or pick which attractions you will visit to suit your own interests. This Kyoto walking tour of central Kyoto is entirely self-guided. Take it at your own pace and spend the most time at the attractions that interest you. […]

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Autumn in Japan - Exploring the Golden Route

Toni — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 05:00:38 +0000

Seasons are a highlight of travelling in Japan and the perfect time to experience the Golden Route from Osaka to Tokyo. Autumn in Japan brings colourful leaves known locally as Koyo, seasonal foods and many unique experiences discovering parks, gardens, temples and natural mountain regions. What is Japans Golden Route? While we love exploring Japans […]

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15 of the Best Temples in Kyoto

Toni — Wed, 27 May 2015 20:00:50 +0000

In a city of over 1600 temples, you are going to need to quickly narrow down your choice. The most visually stunning, the most interesting history, the most spectacular garden in all seasons. These 15 represent some of the best temples in Kyoto for visitors - which will be top of your list?

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Join a Kyoto Food Tour and discover the secrets of Gion

Toni — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 20:00:18 +0000

Kyoto is a city we absolutely love to visit. We've stayed here regularly on our travels through Japan. There is so much to discover in its small alleyways and there's a thriving Kyoto food scene, although it can be difficult to uncover as a first-time visitor. Finding some new spots to dine in the central […]

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