On the third day of our journey through the Kansai region of Japan, we concluded our two-night stay in Kyoto and headed to the Osaka area. The final night’s reservation was made at a hotel in Osaka Namba, which prompted us to check out of the Kyoto hotel and walk to Kyoto Station. “How to Travel from Kyoto Station to ...
The major plans for the second day of our Kyoto trip, exploring Arashiyama and the Gion area, had come to an end. After finishing dinner and taking a short break at the hotel, we set out to experience the night in Kyoto. However, being a Friday evening, it seemed that many people were out for the night, making it challenging ...
In Japan, it’s common to discover restaurants with a long history, and even in Kyoto Gion, you can find an eel rice bowl restaurant that has preserved its tradition for over 150 years. Named “Kanesho (かね正),” this restaurant specializes in eel rice bowls and is currently operated by the third generation, maintaining an unchanged taste over the years. “Kyoto Gion ...
Moving east from Yasaka Shrine, the venue for the Gion Matsuri festival, you’ll encounter a vast park known as Maruyama Park, spanning 26,000 square meters. Established in 1886, it is Kyoto’s oldest park, featuring a walking path connecting a pond, a flowing stream, a tea ceremony-style garden, fountains, and an outdoor music hall. “Japanese Spring: Enjoying the Weeping Cherry Blossoms” ...
Continuing east from the Gion main street, the central commercial district of Kyoto, along the Kiyomizu main street, you’ll come across a large shrine known as Yasaka Shrine. Originally called Gion Shrine, it later adopted the name Yasaka Shrine. “Important Shrine in Kyoto, Yasaka Shrine” Yasaka Shrine is located at the eastern end of the Shijo-dori shopping street in Kyoto, ...
After getting off at Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, we walked north along the Kamo River. As it was not yet time for dinner, we were searching for a cafe to spend some time in. Surprisingly, cafes weren’t as visible as expected. Following a narrow alley behind the riverside, we stumbled upon a new bridge, and across from it, we found a ...
After exploring the Kyoto Arashiyama area, we took the Hankyu train to Kawaramachi Station and then headed to the Gion district. Since we had some time before dinner and were eager to relax, we planned to take a brief break at a cafe with a view of the Kamo River. Despite moving to the area recommended by the hotel staff, ...
After exploring the main areas of Kyoto’s Arashiyama, such as the Torokko train, bamboo groves, and Monkey Park, we moved on to the next destination. Since we had a dinner reservation at Giou, we decided to leisurely make our way to Giou and take a short break at a cafe overlooking the Kamo River. To get to Giou, we considered ...
After spending time at Arashiyama Monkey Park, we descended from the mountain. As we descended, the scenic beauty of Arashiyama caught our eyes. Even during my previous visit in 2018, this place exuded a sense of tranquility and offered breathtaking views. Returning this time, I find myself experiencing the same emotions once again. In 2018, some scenic views went unnoticed, ...
In Kyoto’s Arashiyama, there are various attractions to explore. Crossing the Katsura River, you’ll find Torokko trains, Tenryuji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, and other tourist spots. In the southern mountains of Arashiyama, there’s a place where you can encounter wild monkeys known as Monkey Park, named “Iwatayama.” “Kyoto Arashiyama Monkey Park, Iwatayama” Located atop Mt. Iwata in Kyoto, this resting place ...
After taking the Torokko train from Kyoto Saga Station and returning to Arashiyama Station, I explored Ogurayama Pond and naturally passed through the bamboo forest. As I walked through the highlighted bamboo forest in the Arashiyama area, lunchtime approached. Before arriving in Arashiyama, I had listed a few restaurants to check out, and I decided to visit the restaurant “Kijuro,” ...
After taking the Torokko Train from Kyoto Saga Station to Kameoka Station, I returned from Kameoka Station to Arashiyama Station. Upon returning to Arashiyama Station, I found myself at “Torokko Arashiyama Station,” a place I had passed by during a previous Kyoto trip. Exiting Torokko Arashiyama Station, you can find a small pond nearby. While not an extraordinary pond, it ...