The Screen is a bit of an anomaly for ancient Kyoto, but a one of a kind place to stay and well worth your consideration. I have passed by The Screen countless times and been…
read moreKyoto Beauty Shrine: Yasaka Sub-shrine Utsukushi Gozensha
There is a shrine for just about anything that you can imagine in Kyoto, and quite a few for things that you might not be able to imagine. This one is for beauty. When you com…
read moreHiking in Kyoto: Daimonji Yama (Mt. Daimonji)
Daimonji-yama, part of the East Mountains, or Higashiyama, as they are called in Japanese, is a great place for a memorable and not too challenging hike. Daimonji-yam…
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Kyoto Beauty Shrine: Yasaka Sub-shrine Utsukushi Gozensha
There is a shrine for just about anything that you can imagine in Kyoto, and quite a few for things…
Hiking in Kyoto: Daimonji Yama (Mt. Daimonji)
Daimonji-yama, part of the East Mountains, or Higashiyama, as they are called in Japanese, is a…
Kyoto Knife Shrine: Yasaka Sub-shrine Hamono Jinja
This shrine holds a memorial service for worn out knives every year. The shrine accepts old kniv…
Dining
Kyoto Style Ramen and Yatai ‘Night Stand’ Culture: Samata Ramen
In addition to having the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one city, Kyoto is a university tow…
Izuju: The Best Kyoto Style Sushi in Kyoto
Izuju is located just across the street from the gate of Yasaka Shrine. Izuju is tiny, historic a…
Kyoto Tibetan Restaurant Rangzen
Rangzen is the only authentic Tibetan restaurant that I know of in Kyoto. It is located near the K…
Experience
Experience Processing and Making Your Own Tea at Fukujuen Kobo in Uji
Fukujuen is one of the most famous tea companies in Kyoto and has over 210 years of history. Fukuj…
Accommodation
Kyoto Accomodation: ‘The Screen’ Boutique Hotel
The Screen is a bit of an anomaly for ancient Kyoto, but a one of a kind place to stay and well worth y…