Temples & Shrines Kyoto's Famed Saihoji Temple Mandy Bartok Tucked away in the hills west of Kyoto, this unique World Heritage sight boasts one of the city's most amazing gardens
Camping & Trekking Kanabiki Waterfall Robert Van Egghen Kanabiki waterfall, one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan, is a beautiful and refreshing day trip near Miyazu and Amanohashid..
Activities Higashi Hongan-ji Temple Kyoto Justin Velgus Higashi Honganji, or the Eastern Temple of the Original Vow, is the head temple of Shin Buddhism, located a few minutes walk from..
Activities Cormorant Fishing in Uji Hitoshi Kawai Nestled by between the ancient capitals of Nara and Kyoto, this city is an oasis of history from a thousand ago, from tea to the..
Activities Renting a Harley-Davidson in Kyoto Komal Khiani The Harley-Davidson showroom is located in the north-east of Kyoto, in Sakyo ward. Renting out a Harley-Davidson would cost yo..
Activities Birdwatching on the Kamogawa Bonson Lam Birds like Great Egrets have been part of Japanese life for centuries. Noted for their grace, their large wings flap slowly, giving..
Activities Mount Hiei Garden Museum Kyoto Bonson Lam The Mt. Hiei Garden Museum is inspired by French paintings from Monet and Renoir. Nature and art co-exist in a thought provoking..