The Kiyomizu-dera Temple (Pure Water Temple) is one of the oldest and most beautiful temples in Japan, dating back to 780 AD. It is named after the crystal clear water […]
Kyoto is well-known for the abundance of temples and shrines throughout the city. The most famous shrine in Kyoto is the Fushimi Inari Taisha. The Fushimi Inari is an important […]
In 1868, the seat of the Japanese Empire and capital were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. Before that, the Japanese Imperial Family lived in the Imperial Palace in Kyoto. The […]
If you’re looking to stretch your legs and while exploring Kyoto, try the Philosopher’s Path! This beautiful stone path runs for 2 kilometers in the north of Kyoto. It is […]
On the west side of Kyoto along the Arashiyama Mountains lies the district of Arashiyama. You can reach Arashiyama in 30 minutes from the center of Kyoto by public transport. […]
You can find great food all over Kyoto, but no place does it quite like Nishiki Market. This large market consists of five streets where you can find all kinds […]