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Cosplayers invade the Kyoto subway system to promote upcoming event!
The Kyoto subway was swarmed by mobs of cosplayers last weekend, alarming some commuters and intriguing others. Though Japan may be thought of as the “land of cosplay,” it’s actually extremely rare to...
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New discovery at Kyoto’s Nijo Castle baffles and inspires us
Though we usually think of history as being something static and forever unchanging, the constant flow of new information has an interesting effect on how we view the past. A recent discovery at Nijo...
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12 of the best places in Kyoto to enjoy the autumn colors
September has finally arrived, bringing with it…well, not cooler temperatures, but promises of cooler temperatures. Maybe. Sometime soon, we’re sure it’ll cool down and we’ll all stop going from dry...
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Typhoon Man-yi leaves much of Kyoto below water
Typhoon Man-yi has been causing havoc across mainland Japan today, sweeping the length of the country and dumping torrential rains the like of which few have ever seen. Thousands of people in Western...
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Photographer captures the beauty of traditional Japanese gardens at the...
When it comes to traditional Japanese landscaping and architecture, the Katsura Imperial Villa (aka Katsura Rikyu) is often referred to as a paramount example of Japanese sophistication and...
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10 of the best gift shops in Kyoto
There are thousands of interesting shops selling traditional goods in Kyoto. But now there are a few that are standing head and shoulders above the rest, offering unique goods that even Japanese...
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【TBT】Kyoto noodle house serves one big, long noodle
Udon is one of Japan’s most well-loved noodles dishes, ranking in line with soba and ramen. Everyone has an opinion over which is the tastiest, but those who like a bit of girth in their noodles will...
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Special subway cars in Kyoto are perfect for travelling anime fans
Kyoto is best known as a bastion of Japan’s traditional past, where the visual and performing arts developed during the feudal era still command the highest respect. Japan’s former capital is also...
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Surreal samurai art exhibition mixes the historical with the bizarre
The Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum of Art is located in Yamazaki, a place of historical significance in Japan since medieval times when it served as a field of battle for Toyotomi Hideyoshi to...
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Take a look at Japan from a whole new angle — from the air! 【Video】
Now, chances are you’ve already seen many pictures and video footage from Japan, especially of tourist areas in cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto. But this video, shared about a month ago on Vimeo,...
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Study kanji while taking a whirlwind tour of Kyoto with this beautiful video...
We recently brought to you a collection of GIFs inspired by the thrilling city of Tokyo, designed by artists from around the globe. Now it’s Kyōto’s turn! A company called COG has created a highly...
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15 beautiful Japanese sweets to cool you down this summer
Japanese summers are hard to bear. With high humidity levels, the energy-sapping heat has such an overwhelming effect on the body there’s even a word for summer lethargy in the Japanese lexicon:...
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Need a change of scenery? 3 Japanese cities now rank in list of world’s most...
Everything has been coming up Tokyo lately. Recently ranked no. 1 on a Trip Advisor survey, Japan’s capital city has now come in at No. 2 on Monocle’s list of most livable cities for 2014. That’s two...
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The tricky game of wits that sometimes lurks behind a Kyoto granny’s compliment
One of the most characteristic parts of communication in Japan is the frequency with which people dish out compliments. Travelers and expats, for example, quickly become accustomed to being praised...
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We visit Kyoto’s monk bar for some spiritual spirits
Many visitors to Kyoto find themselves overcome with a sense of tranquility. Even for people who aren’t Buddhists themselves, there’s just something soothing about being around so many temples and...
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Natural sounds: Stunning Kyoto-made speakers are made from 30-year-old...
If you’re the kind of person who appreciates traditional craftsmanship and doesn’t mind paying a little more to get it, we have a product for you today that you really have to see. On sale from...
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Crepe made with Kyoto sweets and green tea is the perfect treat after a day...
With its quiet gardens and tranquil temples, you might think that Kyoto is strictly the domain of serious ascetics. Japan’s former capital is a city with well over a million residents, and attracts...
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Five amazing Japanese Starbucks locations that let you keep sightseeing as...
Unless you’ve got the deep pockets to take taxis everywhere or the ample patience necessary for a bus tour, sightseeing in Japan means a lot of walking. As exciting and fascinating as the country can...
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Get your chills on the rails with Kyoto’s Ghost Train 【Video】
Fear is commonly held to be a cold sensation, which is how we ended up with English phrases like “bone-chilling” and “a chill ran down his spine.” Those idioms may not translate directly into...
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Whiskey shaved ice: A frozen treat for adults in Kyoto
One of the most popular ways to cool yourself off during a muggy Japanese summer is with a bowl of shaved ice, known as kakigoori. However, not everyone has the sweet tooth or enduring connection to...
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