Culture Hourin-ji Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell In Kyoto in central Japan, Hourin-ji is a charming Buddhist temple, enjoyable for its population of daruma figures, traditional Japanese dolls that symbolise
7 Culture Koryu-ji Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell Between central Kyoto and Arashiyama in Japan, Koryu-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple, home to some impressive, beautiful statues.
6 Culture Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Spring Fiona Yoshitake Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Spring and enjoy the unique ambience of weeping cherry blossoms against a striking background of red pillars and tawny Hinoki
6 Museums The Jotenkaku Museum in Kyoto Gloria Ticconi The Jotenkaku Museum:five national treasures and 144 important cultural assets in Kyoto
6 Historical Ishibei Koji Lane in Kyoto Gloria Ticconi In Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, Ishibei Koji Lane is an atmospheric narrow passage, lined with preserved traditional buildings.
Culture Tautasya Farm in Miyama, Kyoto Jessica Reeves Tautasya farm, lodge and slow food restaurant, located a short distance from the traditional Kayabuki (thatched roof) village in the Miyama hills, offers
Culture Three Days in Kyoto - Day 3 Elena Lisina On my final day in Kyoto, I enjoyed a peaceful morning by the Kamo River, before visiting Ryozen Kannon in Higashiyama, Matsubara Dori, Kiyomizu-dera temple
Culture A Cycle of Life In Kyoto Arlene Bastion Okazaki Shrine and Kurodani Temple both have interesting things to see in their compounds exemplifying their respective themes, life and death.