Japanese Local Travel Guide – Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka & Hidden Gems in Japan

Explore Japan with a local guide – temples, shrines, shops and hidden gems in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.

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Shojin Ryori in Kyoto: A Taste of Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine

When most travelers think of Japanese food, sushi or ramen often comes to mind. But in Kyoto, there is another culinary treasure perfect for vegan and vegetarian visitors — Shojin Ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine).

Best Autumn 2025 Temple Openings in Kyoto – Seasonal Guide

Discover Kyoto’s exclusive autumn openings, from illuminated gardens to historic temples only access …

Explore Kyoto’s Hidden Gardens for Peaceful Retreats

From imperial landscapes to hidden artist residences, explore five Kyoto gardens that reveal a quiet …

Top 5 Hidden Temples and Shrines in Kyoto – A Local Guide with Sweets

Kyoto is famous for world-renowned temples like Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera. However, these iconic …

Please visit Imamiya Shrine in Kyoto, which is said to be beneficial for marrying a rich man! Traditional sweets “Aburi mochi” are exquisite.

Information 21 Imamiya-cho, Murasakino, Kita Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 603-8243Opening hour …

“The Enchanting Colors and Carvings of Nikkō Tōshō-gū Shrine” and Nikko Toshogu Okunomiya, also known as Oku-no-in, is a sacred area within the Nikko Toshogu Shrine complex”The Enchanting Colors and Carvings of Nikkō Tōshō-gū Shrine”

Nikkō Tōshō-gū is an intricately designed and historically significant shrine nestled in the scenic …

Learning Shojin Ryori in Kyoto: My Zen Vegetarian Cooking Class Experience

Learning Shojin Ryori in Kyoto: A Zen Vegetarian Cooking Class Experience When people think of Japan …

Mii-dera temple – Side of the biggest lake in Siga prefecture –

Mii-dera Temple(The official name The Onjo-ji Temple)目次 246, Onjojicho, Otsu-shi, Shiga, 520-0036, J …

Kyoto sightseeing spot. To take a walk.

I visit Kyoto and taken a walk. You can see Long-established stores in this Couse. I also found a de …

Café in Shoten-san temple

There is cute Café in Shoten-san temple. You can see this terrace right side of the gate. It sell th …