I Visited Maruyama Park Kyoto in Winter – No Snow!

I Visited Maruyama Park Kyoto in Winter – No Snow!

Much like Yasaka Shrine that’s adjacent to it, I think Maruyama Park is a low-key yet really nice travel destination in Kyoto. I had the … Read more

I Visited Niomon Gate, Buddhist Temple and Koyasu-no-to Pagoda at Kiyomizu-dera Kyoto, Japan

I Visited Niomon Gate, Buddhist Temple and Koyasu-no-to Pagoda at Kiyomizu-dera Kyoto, Japan

Of the numerous shrines and temples in Kyoto, I think Kiyomizu-dera is quite arguably the most scenic. Situated on top of a hillside, this Buddhist … Read more

Fushimi Inari Taisha Kyoto

I Visited Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto During Day and Night

Fushimi Inari Taisha needs no introduction. It’s probably THE most iconic tourist destination in Kyoto and for good reason. When I visited I was blown … Read more

My Walk on Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka in Kyoto

My Walk on Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka in Kyoto

My visit to Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka was perhaps one of the more polarizing experiences I had in Tokyo. I'll say it upfront, I think the … Read more

I Saw the Golden Pavilion at Kinkakuji Temple and Garden in Winter, Kyoto

I Saw the Golden Pavilion at Kinkakuji Temple and Garden in Winter, Kyoto

When discussing Kyoto, most people I know would usually talk about Kinkakuji Temple and its Garden and how amazing these were when they visited. I’m … Read more

Ichiba Kōji Karasuma: Eating Yakiniku in Kyoto

Ichiba Kōji Karasuma: Eating Yakiniku in Kyoto

Ichiba Kōji Karasuma: One of the Best Place for Yakiniku in Kyoto Yakiniku or Japanese style barbecue isn’t just about the food. It’s a fun … Read more

Breakfast at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

Breakfast at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

Breakfast at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji: From Local Food to Western Favorites The Royal Park Hotel had a buffet breakfast so I went … Read more

I Enjoyed Dinner at Gyukatsu Motomura, Kyoto (Menu)

I Enjoyed Dinner at Gyukatsu Motomura, Kyoto (Menu)

Gyukatsu Motomura: A Small Home Style Restaurant Serving One of the Best Katsu in Kyoto What is a trip to Japan without some katsu? Whether … Read more

I Ate Fresh Sushi at Sushi Naritaya Arashiyama, Kyoto (Review & Menu)

I Ate Fresh Sushi at Sushi Naritaya Arashiyama, Kyoto (Review & Menu)

Sushi Naritaya: Tasting Some Fresh Authentic Japanese Sushi in Arashiyama, Kyoto While I had obviously tried sushi in other countries, the pleasure of trying sushi … Read more

Dinner at Sakura Indian & Nepali Restaurant Umekoji Kyoto

Dinner at Sakura Indian & Nepali Restaurant Umekoji Kyoto

Sakura Indian & Nepali Restaurant: Authentic Indian Cuisine in Umekoji Kyoto Strangely enough, I found that Indian restaurants were quite common in Japan. Since I … Read more

I Stayed at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji (Reviews & Photos)

I Stayed at The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji (Reviews & Photos)

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji: They Have All the Conveniences That a Guest Needs The Royal Park Hotel at Kyoto Umekoji is a hotel … Read more