Kyoto Travel Guide
Kyoto Travel Guide
Best Bars in Kyoto
While Tokyo might be the nightlife mecca of Japan, Kyoto offers the best of both worlds. The former capital of Japan is famous for its beauty and history, but it also boasts a vibrant nightlife. Here are the best bars in Kyoto to check out during your visit. Sake Bar Yoramu If you are looking... Read More
Yasaka Koshin-do Temple
Located in Kyoto, in the Higashiyama district, the Yasaka Koshin-do Temple, also known as Daikoku-san Kongo-ji Koshin-do can be found. A relatively small temple, it is close to the well-known Kiyomizu dera temple in Kyoto. One of the most notable features about Yasaka Koshin is the brightly colored “kukurizaru” which are small balls containing the... Read More
Okazaki Shrine (Rabbit Shrine)
The Okazaki Shrine, also known as the Rabbit Shrine is a Shinto Shrine in Kyoto that is dedicated to the kami Susano-no-Mikoto and Kushinadahime-no-Mikoto from Japanese mythology. They had many children, five sons, and three daughters so the shrine is known for prosperity and childbirth, especially for those who are trying to conceive. The rabbits... Read More
Kiyomizu-dera Temple Kyoto
Located in Kyoto, the Kiyomizudera Temple is one of the most historic and highly regarded temples in all of Japan. A part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site, Kiyomizudera Temple means “Pure Water Temple” and is an independent Buddhist temple. History of Kiyomizu-dera Temple Dating back to 780, the temple... Read More
Kyoto Imperial Palace
One of the most notable attractions in Kyoto, the Imperial Palace was once the home of the Imperial Family. Kyoto was also once the capital of Japan, but when it moved to Tokyo the Imperial family moved as well. Since then the Emperors have always lived in the Tokyo Imperial Palace which was restored in... Read More
Best Family Hotels in Kyoto
Kyoto is a family-friendly destination in Japan and is perhaps best known for its history seen in the Imperial palaces, Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines among the natural beauty of the region, that was once the capital of Japan. From gardens to traditional buildings and houses, Kyoto is a great destination for families. Here are... Read More
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Found in Southern Kyoto, the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine is one of the most well-known Shinto Shrines in the region. Although there are thousands of shrines dedicated to Inari, Fushimi Inari Taisha is the most significant and perhaps most famous for the thousands of torii gates leading up to the main building. The picturesque path... Read More
Kinkaku-Ji
With well over 1000 temples in Kyoto alone, it can be difficult to know just where to begin. One temple that visitors always seem to hear about (and with good reason) is Kinkaku-Ji temple. Steeped in stunning Buddhist architecture, Kyoto is ideal for those looking to get away from it all and embark on a... Read More