Koto-in, a Daitoku-ji Inner Temple Tomoko Kamishima Koto-in Temple, established by Hosokawa Tadaoki (1563-1646) in 1601, is one of the many inner temples of Daitoku-ji Temple Complex...
Trip to Miyagi Island Roxanne L W Little adventure in Okinawa on a hidden beach in the Miyagi Island. We camped for the night and explored a bit around the area.
Culture Kamikochi Hodaka Shrine Tomoko Kamishima Hodaka Shrine, situated alongside Kamikochi’s Myojin Pond, has a special Shinto ritual on October 8 every year, to offer up pr..
Culture Kyoto in Video Jillian Engelhard Fosten Once known as Japans capital, Kyoto is the heart of culture and history in Japan. With lively streets, unique finds, and contemporary..
Kamikochi Taisho-ike Pond Hike Tomoko Kamishima Kamikochi: Fascinating scenic spot on the upper reaches of Azusa River. It commands a great view of the mountains of the northern..
A Walk through Nishiki Market Roxanne L W Nishiki Market is the best place in Kyoto to try delicious local specialities. Walking through you will find shops with kitchenware,..
A Day in Nara Jillian Engelhard Fosten Nara is a perfect day out if you are in Osaka and Kyoto. Being about an hour from both locations, it is worth taking a trip to to..
Midnight In Gion Connie Ng If Woody Allen made a rendition of Midnight In Kyoto, no doubt it would be set against Gion’s alley ways. While the shadows of..