Everyone comes to Kyoto hoping for peaceful temples and a feeling of old Japan. But the reality is often big crowds. That’s why, when people ask me for a special place that’s both beautiful and quiet, I always tell them to visit Shimogamo Shrine. Shimogamo Shrine is one of Japan’s most important Shinto sites, but … Continue reading Shimogamo Shrine: A Kyoto Insider’s Guide to a Hidden Gem