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★ Bonfires Festival on Five Mountains

2011-07-28T21:22:00.000+09:00

Summer in Kyoto, after big Gion Festival, we will have another special and important festival, not in the day time, but at night! This is called, "Gozan no Okuribi" In the evening of August 16th, large bonfires are lit on five of Kyoto's surrounding mountains. At that night you see the burning letters appear to float in the sky. This is a Buddhist event held on the last day of O-bon.

MIYAKO ODORI - Cherry Blossoms Dance by Maiko/Geiko in Gion

2011-04-07T15:48:00.000+09:00

Miyako Odori is the famous seasonal feature, telling us the spring has come in such gorgeous way! The geisha and maiko (apprentices) of the Gion Kobu district perform traditional spring dances with live musical accompaniment. Date From : 01 To 30 April 2011 2011's performance is featured by the famous Buddhism related temples such as 'Chionin', 'Nishi-Honganji', 'Higashi Honganji'. Since

Heian Jingu Shrine - Benishidare Spring Night Music Festival 2011

2011-04-05T14:00:00.001+09:00

Enjoy Classical Music Concert amid Spot-lit Cherry Blossoms! (musicians are different every day) A live music concert will be performed in the evening in the shrine garden. You would be amazed a full of beautiful illuminated weeping cherry trees in the South and East Shin-en Garden. What an exotic Spring night in Kyoto. Seats are not set up for this concert, so you can freely enjoy

★ Sakura, Cherry Blossom, is already coming!!

2011-03-20T23:07:00.000+09:00

Hirano Jinja Shrine is one of the famous beautiful Sakura viewing place since ancient times!! Over approx. one and a half months from late March, around 400 cerry trees of 50 varieties blossom one after another. The grounds become filled with their awesome pink colors!! Especially the Sakura tree in front of mail hall is very charming like Maiko-san (Kamihichiken Maiko area is very near

★ Higashiyama Hana Touro - Special Night Illumination

2011-02-17T00:10:00.003+09:00

Enjoy moonlit beauty of the Higashiyama area!! :) March 12th (Saturday) to 21st (Monday of Natiional Holiday) 18:00 (light-up starts) - 21:30 Long-awaited one of the famous Kyoto's Night Festivals coming soon!! If you visit Kyoto during this period, don't miss this attractive chance to enjoy such amazing night view under the illuminated sky... The Lighting and Flower Arrangement Lane display

2nd, 3rd of Feb! Setsubun Festival --- Maiko Dancing and Bean Scattering at Yasaka shrine

2011-01-27T13:35:00.002+09:00

2nd of Febrary is one of the important seasonal turning point in Japan. It's called "Setsubun", literally means "division of seasons". In this day we pray for the peace and perfect health throughout the year. How to celebrate the year is a bit unique... we throw roasted soybeans inside and outside our houses while crying "Oniwa-soto, Fukuwa-uchi!", or "Devils out! Good luck in!". At Yasaka

★ Fragrant Plum Garden at Kitano-Tenmangu Shrine

2011-01-10T23:15:00.000+09:00

When you visit Japan in Spring, especially in Kyoto, Sakura (cherry blossoms) viewing is really famous attraction!! But even before spring's coming, we're already looking forward to another famous beautiful flower in winter... YES, it's Ume, Plum!!! :) The plum was introduced to Japan from China in very ancient ages like 8th century of Nara period. Since then, this flower has been one of the

Arashiyama Hanatouro 2010 - Guide Review

2010-12-16T23:01:00.003+09:00

One of the most famous annual winter night festival, Arashiyama Hanatouro is now in the middle of excitement!! I've guided the tourists from Canada the other day and enjoyed Arashiyama Hanatouro as nice finale of the tour! The festival will be closing soon till this weekend (19th of Dec). If you're planning to visit Kyoto in this timing, just don't miss this special night illumination! My one

Autumn Colors Guide Review - Ryoanji and Takao Area - Jingo-ji, Saimyo-ji and Kozan-ji temple of World Heritage.

2010-11-16T16:17:00.121+09:00

Kyoto's Autumn Colors has just started from last week finally! From the northern part little by little. For a guide of nice Argentina girls, I've picked up Takao Area in the northern part of Kyoto to catch the first Autumn air! It's said that Kyoto's Autumn Colors will be begining from Takao area. Because of the abnormal heat in this summer, I've worried about a little what would happen to this

Hozu River Boat Tours Movie

2010-10-27T11:38:00.003+09:00

Wonderful Boat Tour at Hozu river in Kyoto! In a trully fine day, I've enjoyed guiding the nice couple from America. We've started the tour from exciting Hozu Boat Tour followed by Romance torroko train ride from Arashiyama. Completely relaxing joyful time on the boat! Perfect refleshing! :) Please noted: The tour is super busy in flower season like in Spring and Autumn. You need to make

Gion Higashi Kouta (Song), Maiko Dancing with Green Tea

2010-10-22T11:52:00.002+09:00

If you have enough time on weekend in your Kyoto travelling, I recommend you to include this Maiko Dancing in your Kyoto itinerary. The other day, I've guided the tourists from America in Gion and by their request to see Maiko, we've enjoyed 'Meeting with Maiko' tour. She has performed for us the most popular dance at this Gion Kobu school, telling you how Kyoto is beautiful in each season in

Ancient Parade, "Saigu Gyoretsu" in Arashiyama

2010-10-05T23:06:00.001+09:00

On 17th of Oct (Sun) 2010 from 12:00 SAIGU-Gyoretsu is a re-creation of the ancient ritual scene of the sacred parade of Imperial [a Royal] princess heading from Heiankyo to Ise Shrine. After a religious ceremony in the Nonomiya shrine, women in ancient costume parade to the Togetsu Bridge in Arashiyama Area. * Recommend best viewing spot is in front of Nonomiya shrine through the bamboo

★ Shoren-in Temple - Special Night Light-Up

2010-09-26T00:29:00.002+09:00

From October 30 to December 5, 2010 *November 10 is discontinued. In Spring and Autumn, there are several temples which you can enjoy beautiful night light up in Kyoto, among them the exotic light illusion at Shoren-in Temple" is outstanding!! The best season must be at around the end of November for the full Autumn colors like the picture below, but October also would be nice in the

Kyoto Night Cruise (Yoru Bus) Bus Tour

2010-09-24T15:27:00.001+09:00

Enjoy a Tour of Kyoto's Enchanting Night Scenery by Bus! If you visit Kyoto in the evening and interested to do something night sightseeing, or you don't have enough days like one night in Kyoto and impossible to see all the famous sites at once in your itinerary, this night bus tour must be something nice experience to try! Please noted: The serbive is only on every Thursday, Friday,

Kiyomizu temple Festival, "Seiryu-e" (Blue Dragon Dance)

2010-08-26T02:23:00.000+09:00

"Seiryu-e" is very famous annual festival at Kiyomizu temple in Spring and Autumn. Very lucky, I could record this video when I'was guiding the tourists at Kiyomizu temple in this Spring. Seiryu, a dragon, is said to drink the waterfall in Kiyomizu Temple. Colorful parade of the blue dragon with people in traditional costume. So spiritual and authentic mood... Just join this

★ Boat Tours down Hozu River

2010-08-19T22:07:00.000+09:00

As for Kyoto sightseeing, visiting temples, shrines are one of the MUST, but another MUST I recommend is to experience a great nature of Kyoto! Arashiyama area is well-known for its peaceful nature. Hozu River Boat Excursions is the best way to enjoy the great nature up close with a relaxing mood. Enjoy the surrounding great mountain view and in these boat tour, you can save the energy

★ Enjoy Gion Festival in Yukata, learning How to Wear and Bring home everything!

2010-07-08T17:22:00.000+09:00

Now Happy Summer will be coming in Kyoto! In Japan, especially Kyoto is famous for its sticky hotness in summer! But it's one of the most excited and valuable season for Kyoto's culture and history. YES! Gion festival's coming... If you visit Kyoto in 14th of July, I strongly recommend you to join this exciting Yukata & Festival event!! Why don't you enjoy hot summer of Kyoto in cool way. :)

★ Kawadoko Dinner with Maiko

2010-06-18T09:42:00.049+09:00

Would you like to know one of the secret places in Kyoto? Takao is located in the north of Kyoto, a bit remoted area, but very famous for its breathtakingly beauty with full of true nature. Surrounded by great natural beauty and the Kitayama cedars. Just one hour of journey by train from the central Kyoto, you will be welcomed by these heavenly peaceful nature of beauty. During the

★ Kyoto Souvenir - Japanese Doll Kokeshi

2010-06-14T11:16:00.000+09:00

When you travel overseas, especially such with different culture and history like Kyoto, one of the most excitement from the trip is "Souvenir", isn't it? In Kyoto there is a lot of unique souvenirs to attract not only the overseas tourists but even us, Japanese. :) During the tour, I always enjoy helping the guests to find the souvenirs for their friends, families and themselves! When I've

★ Iris, Azalea, Kyoto Flowers Viewing in May

2010-06-03T10:49:00.000+09:00

Sakura in April and Momiji in November is quite famous as flower viewing season in Japan. What about in May? Yes, Kyoto is warmly welcoming you with another beautiful color combination of flowers and natures! I've guided an Italian couple last week, in late May. We've enjoyed the true fresh air in a perfect weather, strolling through the cozy paths surrounded by beautiful green leaves and

★ Kibune, Kawadoko, Kaiseki (Kyoto Cuisine) over the River!

2010-05-18T11:34:00.004+09:00

After a big festival of Aoi Matsuri finished in 15th of May, now the people in Kyoto are starting to enjoy a Greenery Paradise covered with here and there. There are many famous Ao-Momiji, or Green Maple sightseeing area in Kyoto, but if you'd love to experience the complete nature, you can't miss Kibune area. Kibune is about 30 minutes by train up into the north mountains from the city. With

★ Aoi Matsuri Gorgeous Parade on 15th of May

2010-05-13T09:55:00.000+09:00

In coming 15th of May, there is a big festival in Kyoto, Aoi Matsuri Festival!! This is one of the three big festivals in Kyoto along with the Gion Festival and the Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Ages)! The highlight is the gorgeous parade recreating the exact scene of the ancient Heian Court. I will guide two Australian couples (4 seniors) on that special day. :) They will be arriving by train

★ Kamogawa River Yuka Started!

2010-05-03T19:02:00.000+09:00

After enjoying the gorgeous Sakura, the famous sign telling the next season, Summer has come up in the riverside of Kyoto!! Kamogawa Yuka, a riverside platform for dining, is one of the symbol of Kyoto. When you see it's set up above the west bank of Kamogawa River, it reminds Spring's finished and the city has set up to welcome the Summer!! It's originally appeared in the late 16th century,

★ Ninna-ji, Final Chance to enjoy Sakura, Cherry Blossoms!

2010-04-15T20:17:00.002+09:00

Don't miss the final chance to enjoy Sakura viewing at Omuro Ninna-ji temple, a large temple in northern Kyoto that was a formal Imperial residence. (UNESCO World Heritage)!! This site's Sakura is very rare, well-known for its dwarf cherry trees called "Omuro Sakura". Why so special is it grows low to the ground, almost like bushes, and are a rather late blooming variety of cherry. The

★ Kyoto NO.1, Daigoji's Sakura is full bloom soon!

2010-03-26T16:01:00.001+09:00

Daigoji temple is very famous Buddhist temple and well known for UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kyoto. One more speciality of this temple is gorgeous Sakura in Spring!! You would be amazed its unique breathtaking beauty of the tree. Don't miss this onece-a-year chance when you visit Kyoto in Spring! When you ask the people, "what is most special Sakura in Kyoto?" Most of them say... "It's

★ Enjoy Touring Kyoto by Bicycle!

2010-03-22T07:09:00.001+09:00

Enjoy cycling in Kyoto is wonderful idea especially such in a nice weather of spring!! Why don't you fee the beautiful nature touch your heart directly! :) You would be impressed how huge the sky is... how comfortable to listen to the music of the stream... the smell of the wind... Among several rent a cycling companies, "Kyoto Eco Trip" is one of the recommended companies for you! Time:

★ WINTER SPECIAL CAMPAIGN - Public Viewings of World Heritage and National Treasures -

2010-02-27T22:01:00.001+09:00

Welcome to Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital for over 1,000 years! During the Winter Special campaign weeks, Kyoto city specially offers several very historic landmarks that are usually closed to public viewing and only viewable from the outside. Don't miss it! To-ji Temple Gojyunoto (Five-Story Pagoda) Period of opening to the public : Until March 22, 2010. Time of opening to the public : 9:00

★ 18th Minami-za Introduction to Appreciating Kabuki

2010-02-11T23:11:00.001+09:00

Now Minamiza, the famous Kabuki theater in Kyoto, is offering an attractive entertainment, "Introduction to Appreciating Kabuki" for all Kabuki lovers! (sorry, only in Japanese language) Title: Kuninamari Futaba no Oizuru , Chapter: Dondoro Oushi Date: Feb 10th (Wednesday) to 14th (Sunday) Place: Minami-za Kabuki Theater This is anual event, and now one of the most popular attraction in

★ Winter Gion - Tea Party with Maiko only by One Coin!

2010-01-05T16:57:00.121+09:00

The Gion Corner is now offering a nice warm opportunity for Kyoto visiters to enjoy Matcha green tea and take pictures with Maiko only by One coin (500yen) ! :) Why don't you feel so excited even in this chilly winter season? January: 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 22nd, 25th, 27th and 29th. February: 1st, 3rd, 5th, 8th, 10th, 12th, 15th, 17th, 19th, 22nd, 24th. * Monday, Wednesday, Friday mainly..

★ Hand-Made Soba!! Demonstration & Tasting on 31st of Dec

2009-12-29T01:25:00.003+09:00

If you are planning to visit Kyoto on 31st of Dec and not decide yet what to do. Why don't you join us to this wonderful event!! :) "Tasting of Hand-Made Soba" !! Do you know Soba? It's brown narrow noodle (buckwheat noodle), very popular cuisine in Japan like white noodle of Udon. But as for Soba, we have a special culture/traddition to eat Soba (not Udon) on the eve of New Year, to say good

★ Drop your Luggages at Kyoto Station!!

2009-12-17T09:31:00.357+09:00

Say Good-Bye to your heavy luggages right after you arrived at Kyoto Station!! You know "Carry Service" in Kyoto station? There are many lockers here and there in Kyoto station, but looking for an available locker one by one is really hard work... and you might get lost soon while walking throughout the station :( But don't worry!! If you use this service, the reception keeps your luggages

★ Astro Boy Museum in Kyoto Station

2009-12-08T16:42:00.003+09:00

Are you a fan of Astro Boy? Why don't you visit "Kyoto Tezuka Osamu World" to see him!! It's just 2 minutes walk just from JR Kyoto station Central Exit. *not Bullet train exit in the south but Normal train exit in the north) Take a picture with Astro Boy!! Store Hours: 10:00 to 19:00 (Throughout Year) Location: East side of Kyoto station , 2nd floor of Kyoto Theater Admission fee: 400yen

★ Get Yukata or Kimono and Learn How to Wear

2009-11-27T14:25:00.044+09:00

When you visit Kyoto, especially in most traditional Higashiyam area, you see many women enjoy walking through the city in beautiful kimono or yukata. And one of the most popular souvenirs from Japan must be Kimono or Yukata (light cotton kimono) So that you still can enjoy the Japanese traditional mood even at your home after your trip! But for overseas people, I know it's

★ Arashiyama Hana Touro Illumination Festival

2009-11-26T22:11:00.043+09:00

If you visit Kyoto in the beginning of December, you can't miss this famous night light-up Festival in Arashiyama. Hanatoro (lit. "flower and light road"), It's wonderful Lanterns and Colored Autumn Leaves Illumination!! Since 2005, the Hana Touro event has been held in the winter season in the Arashiyama district and many people enjoy visiting such awesome magic colors of the night view.

★ Autumn Special Night Light-Up

2009-10-24T18:03:00.028+09:00

Kyoto has a various different appeal in each season, but I have to say that Autumn is one of the best seasons to visit Kyoto!!! Now in this late Autumn, the leaves begin turning red and yellow... The look of leaves with the background of temples and shrines will surely take your breath away!!! I promiss you would be amazed the breathtaking colors of beauty more than you've

★ Try "Omikuji" ! Enjoy reading your fortune

2009-10-11T15:50:00.033+09:00

Have you ever heard "Omikuji", Literally "sacred lottery"?When you visit the shrines or temples in Japan, you may see the people who read a slip of paper seriously, sometimes with excited, or sometimes very disappointed. :) They are reading their fortune written on the paper.Omikuji's history is very old. Originally, it was a very important shrine ritual to read the intentions of the gods in

★ Kyoto Souvenir Tips 2

2009-09-26T22:39:00.051+09:00

Here is another souvenirs tips! I hope this will help your idea! :) Check the part 1 >>> ★ Kyoto Souvenir Tips 1 Japanese paper Speaking of typical Kyoto souvenirs, one of the most famous is traditional Japanese paper. Beautiful pictures on high-quality Japanese papers. There are four designes. Each picture is showing the beautiful different four seasons, you can see from the

★ Meet and Chat with Maiko on Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays

2009-09-23T20:27:00.039+09:00

If you come to the traditional Tea House, you can talk and enjoy a drink with a Geiko-san or Maiko-san directly.But in most of the tea houses, it's high price, and you may need an invitation from the person who visit there repeatedly.The guide book says you may come across Maiko-san in the evening if you come to Gion,,,,, but hard to see by chance,,,because you never know when they'll pass by in

★ Kyoto Souvenir Tips 1

2009-09-20T22:50:00.000+09:00

Are you interested in nice typical Kyoto souvenirs? One of the nice memory after back home is millions of pictures from your travel, but another trully exciting memories are nice souvenirs!! While I'm guiding the overseas tourists, I'm always asked any advice or recommend for their souvenir. And when I most feeling happy is the moment we could find the exact one, what we're looking

★ Maiko-san Dance Performance Every Sundays

2009-09-17T22:00:00.003+09:00

This is just a quick information!If you're planning to visit Heian Jingu shrine on Sundays, and have enough time, Why don't you drop in "Freaikan" after lunch time!The newly built facility, "Museum of Traditional Crafts", This is the attraction museum, introducing Kyoto's traditional crafts and cultures.Now they are welcoming the visiters with a special event. Maiko-san are coming on Sundays to

★ Twilight Pontocho, Kamogawa Riverside Dining

2009-08-10T21:18:00.037+09:00

When you visit Kyoto in summers, you can't miss Twilight Pontocho! Kyoto is famous for its hot, sticky summers and chilly winters. Because it's located in the inland basin. Kyoto is sometimes called the bottom of a pan! Every year from May 1st to September 30th, many of the restaurants along the Kamo Riverbank open their wooden-deck patios. On these patios, customers enjoy

★ Tea Ceremony, Kyoto

2009-07-10T11:53:00.008+09:00

When you visit Kyoto, you can't miss one of the most special experience to know the authentic cultures of Kyoto. "Tea Ceremony"Tea itself was introduced to Japan in 9th centuary from China as medicine by the famous priest, Eisai who went to Cina to lean Buddhism.Afterwards it was highered into the art with a strong connection with Zen meditation. Quiet simplicity and subodued refinement (

★ Kakigoori, Shaved Ice

2009-07-01T20:38:00.035+09:00

Do you like Sweets? In Kyoto, there are various of Sweet Dessert Idea! But especially in Summer! In famous Kyoto's humid weather... This looking-cool shaved ice, Kakigori! will be perfect! :) Each spoon of the snow-like ice may cool your burning body in the heat of sunshine! I like this Matcha flavored Kakigori with sweet bean paste! condensed milk on the top is so

★ Shichimi Spice, Kyoto Souvenir

2009-06-24T11:04:00.012+09:00

In Kyoto, there is a lot of attractive souvenir ideas! Including Kyoto sweets, nishijin brocade, yuzen dyed fabrics, kyo dolls, kiyomizu ware and kyo fans You may find so hard to select! what souvenir would like to get? One of my unique recommends is "Shichimi Spice", a special Chilli Pepper. Shichimi, literally "Seven Flavour", mixture containing seven ingredients. Fresh red

★ Kurama Onsen, Houroku-yu

2009-06-11T15:56:00.010+09:00

When you visit Japan, one of the best"What to Do" you expect is "Onsen", Hot Spring! Kyoto is not Onsen resort area, so can't find a chance for authentic Onsen in the city. But here in Kurama Onsen, you will never be disappointed even to take a long train ride all the way from JR Kyoto station! "HOUROKU-YU" hot spring is located at the foot of the mountain in the north suburb of Kyoto. Why don't

★ Matcha History, Casual Tea Ceremony

2009-06-03T12:08:00.133+09:00

Have you ever heard of Matcha? Matcha is not a regular green tea, but finely-powdered premium green tea. When you visit Japan, you may see various kinds of Matcha used/flavored foods, sweets, ice cream and drinks here and there.Matcha was originally introduced to Japan from China in twelfth century as "medicine", by the famous preist Eisai who went to China to study Zen Buddhism.After back to

★ Arashiyama, Bamboo Forest

2009-05-31T14:48:00.043+09:00

Kyoto is really well-known for its worship and sightseeing area in East side... with tons of solemn temples and shrines etc... But I strongly recommend that you can't leave Japan without experiencing another phase of KyotoArashiyama is seasonally enjoyable place to visit! with its picturesque mountains, rivers and special cozy atmosphere along with serene temple, Tenryuji (Unesco World Heritage)

★ Maneki Neko Talismans

2009-05-26T15:33:00.006+09:00

When you visit Japan, Have you ever found these waving cat? This is called Maneki Neko, literally "Beckoning Cat", a traditional talisman (symbol of good fortune) since ancient times in Japan! They are often seen in the windows of businesses there, welcoming customers inside. You may wonder if there's any different meaning about which side of paw up... and Yes, When the talisman is

★ Funaoka Onsen, Special Public Bath

2009-05-25T21:33:00.007+09:00

"Funaoka Onsen", in north area of Kyoto, is actually a public bath, but more than that! You may feel as if you've gone back in time! And yes, it's true! The Funaoka Onsen, was first established way back in the year of 1922. Why so special is the amazing carvings on the ceiling and walls of the changing rooms. Those beautiful architecture is because it used to be a traditional Ryokan, built in

★ Visit Kyoto? Ask me Free English Tour! :)

2009-05-25T15:00:00.260+09:00

Are you planning to visit Kansai? In Kyoto there is various "MUST to See/Experience" in each season with different appeal. I'm doing a tour guide in Kyoto so long, already guided many overseas tourists like more than 100 from many countries such as Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, USA, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Korea, etc... During the guide I always enjoy talking about our

★ No.1 from March to July 2009

2009-05-23T09:00:00.130+09:00

Thank you always for your kind feedback. All the scene from the each tour never been gone from my mind, and keep remaining as vivid memory whenever I'm looking back! Thank you! :) Hello Sotokosan, we had no trouble finding Gion Corner or getting back to Kyoto station. My wife bought two Kimonos and two Obi. Thanks again for a wonderful time. If you are ever in California, you are welcome

★ Kyoto "Must to Visit" Detail Itinerary

2009-05-02T16:50:00.004+09:00

Nijo Castle (in 1603)(UNESCO World Heritage)400th Anniversary in 2005* Finest Architecture of samurai Shoin style * Ninomaru Palace (National Treasure)* Masterpieces of paintings on the sliding doors * Ninomaru Garden (Special Scenery)represents a cosmic world of BuddhismKinkakuji Temple (in 1397)(UNESCO World Heritage)* Gold Pavilion is decorated in real gold leafing! Guess how much qty of kg it

★ Yabusame-shinji (in Aoi Festival)

2009-04-20T23:46:00.004+09:00

On 3rd of May Yabusame-shinji From 13:00 at Shimogamo shrine. This very old ritual starting features a man riding on a fast running horse who shoots arrows at a target.A type of Japanese archery, one that is performed while riding a horse. The archer shoots a special "turnip-headed" arrow at a wooden target. The origin is at the beginning of the Kamakura period. Minamoto no Yoritomo became

★ Kyoto Station

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★ Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)

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Kyoto Visitors? How to Process Free Guide!

★ Arashiyama Area Guide

2009-04-18T19:25:00.008+09:00

★ Nijo Castle Area

2009-04-18T18:36:00.003+09:00

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★ Kiyomizu Temple Area

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★ Sakura is still in full Bloom in Osaka! at Zoheikyoku

2009-04-14T21:31:00.002+09:00

Sakura in Kyoto is almost gone for now. but if you visit Osaka, you can't miss this famous event! ^^ especially at night. the cherry trees are illuminated in the evenings to magical effect. "Zoheikyoku Sakura no Torinuke", means "viewing the cherry blossoms while strolling through the Mint Office gardens". From April 15th until 21st! Admission free Here is the official website http://

★ Okonomiyaki in Kyoto!!

2009-03-18T21:54:00.002+09:00

KYOTO-STYLE Okonomiyaki & TEPPANYAKI "You can bake it yourself !! Okonomiyaki is one of the popular foods in Japan! Why don't you try Kyoto style at very reasonable price! One more popular cuisine here is "Teppanyaki"!! Enjoy just lika a barbeque. Beef and vegitables are so fresh! If you eat a lot, you can ask rice as addition. Rice is really going well with this dish! :

★ Index - Here is all the articles in this blog

2009-02-18T23:34:00.008+09:00

Ask Free Guide　 ● Kyoto Visitors? Email me to ask for Kyoto Free Guide! ● Why I'm doing Volunteer Guide? Drop your luggages ● Drop your Luggages at Kyoto Station!! Kyoto Itinerary ● "Must to Visit" Nijo castle, Kinkaku-ji, Ryoan-ji, Shijo Karasuma Shopping area, Kiyomizudera, Gion ● "Must to Visit" <2nd Day> Arashiyama, Tenryu-ji, Bamboo Forest, Togetsu-bridge, Heianjingu shrine. ● "Must to

★ Customize Guide, I can Arrange Your Best Itinerary!

2009-02-18T00:07:00.002+09:00

Kyoto, Nikko, Hakone, Takayama Customize Guide!! If you want to ask guide on weekday and in the case I can't guide you, I'm happy to check and customize your Itinerary plan, or give you my recommend highlight plan just depending on your request. I have another website to offer your customize guide along with detail directions and walking map, so enjoy the tour on your own with safe and