A Sweet Escape: Discovering Kyoto's Matcha Delights Kyoto, the heart of Japan's matcha culture, invites you to indulge in a delightful journey through its exquisite matcha desserts. Renowned for its high-quality Uji matcha, this city offer…

Kamigamo Shrine and Shimogamo Shrine: History and Highlights Kamigamo Shrine and Shimogamo Shrine are highly historic Shinto shrines located in Kyoto City, both registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Originally, these shrines were part…

The Historical Depths of Daitoku-ji and the Mystical Wonders of Imamiya Shrine

Heian Shrine: A Historical Overview Heian Shrine is an important shrine that symbolizes the history and culture of Kyoto, and its beautiful gardens also captivate visitors. Below is an introduction to the history of Heian Shrine and the ma…

Kyoto is home to many temples and shrines, and interestingly, the Japanese pronunciation of "temple" is quite similar to that of "teller." There is a term known as "fortune teller," which adds to the intrigue of this phonetic resemblance. …

Kiyomizu-dera, located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, is a famous Buddhist temple in Japan that was founded in 794. Officially known as Kiyomizu Kannon-ji, it enshrines the Kannon Bodhisattva as its main deity. Due to its beautiful …

Kinkaku-ji; ji means temple (=Rokuon-ji) is a representative tourist attraction located in Kyoto City, captivating many foreign tourists with its beauty and historical background. Kinkaku-ji was constructed in 1397 by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, …

It is also recommended to go around Kyoto slowly by bicycle. However, it is better to avoid summer and winter. The heat and cold of Kyoto cannot be underestimated. The sound of "at twee" means hot, "some it" means cold. People in Kyoto oft…

Surely, city buses are convenient, but taxis are a great way to get around when you have a lot of luggage, when you're tired of walking, or when you can't wait anymore. Now, to take a taxi, you can find a taxi rank near a train station, te…

Well, the next means of transportation is the subway. Kyoto's subway lines are cross-shaped. It is a line that connects directly north of Kyoto Station to the International Conference Center, and a line that extends east and west from Kara…

There are about 700 bus stops in Kyoto city as of 2019. As for the number of buses, there are about 800 buses, all of which are idling stop functioned vehicles. (2023) If you know this, there is no reason not to use the bus. Also, the curr…

ICOCA can be used not only in Kyoto but also everywhere, and can be used not only for transportation but also for all kinds of shopping and dining. On the other hand, if limited to Kyoto alone, and only the subway or bus, there is even mor…

With ICOCA card, you don't have to prepare the fare every time you use the bus, subway, or JR train. Simply tap your card on the reader when you exit a city bus, or hold it over the ticket gate when boarding the subway or JR trains. While …

Let's explore the various transportation options available for navigating the beautiful city of Kyoto! Whether you're hopping on the subway, catching a bus, or taking a taxi, there are plenty of ways to get around. For those who prefer a b…