Kooky, Lovable, Affordable Japan Scott Brause Measured in fun, Japan is really inexpensive. Exploring on a tight budget, you will find that some of the best things are free.
Accommodation Hyatt Regency Kyoto Bonson Lam The trees and the gardens in Kyoto have been there for hundreds of years. When I am looking at the burrowed view of the mountains..
Culture Kyoto Handicraft Center Kim Bergström A great way to connect with Japan's culture is by getting hands-on, and the Kyoto Handicraft Center allows you to do just that!..
Food A Vegan Eating Journey at Ain Soph Kim Bergström Hearty mains, tasty desserts, and a wide drink menu that are all vegan? Ain Soph Journey in Kyoto delivers on all of these, and..
Culture Aoi Matsuri Festival 2026 Friday - May 15th The Aoi Matsuri is one of the oldest and most celebrated festivals in Japan. So much so, the word “Matsuri” originally referre..
Activities Miyama, Kyoto’s Mountain Retreat Cathy Cawood Stay in a thatched village farmhouse and explore the natural beauty of the seasons and traditional rural culture in Kyoto Miyama...
Shopping Kyoto Black Montsuki Bonson Lam The word montsuki does not refer to the shape of the garment, for when you hang or fold it; it looks nothing like when you wear..
Culture Yabusame Shinji 2026 Sunday - May 3rd Every year in early May. witness the Yabusame Shinji at Shimogamo shrine, where Japanese mounted archers fire arrows at enemy targets...