by Angelie | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Area Guide, Japan Itinerary
Let’s be honest, you probably heard about Takayama because of the super popular Hida beef. And yes, you should absolutely come for the food; it’s incredible! But while you’re slipping into a happy food coma, you’ll discover that you’ve also found a true escape into...
by Laura | Last updated Sep 30, 2025 | Japan Experience Guides
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...
by Laura | Last updated May 8, 2026 | Japan Experience Guides, Japan Cultural Experiences
Travel off the beaten path of Kyoto with an entertaining and educational visit to the Museum of Crafts and Design. Kyoto has long been the cultural heart of Japan. After a thousand years as the capital of Japan, centuries of tradition continue to shape modern life....
by Laura | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Experience Guides
Kyoto has many beautiful temples, but Kinkaku-ji (or the Golden Pavilion) has a way of stealing the spotlight the moment you set eyes on it. It’s one of the most visited and recommended spots in Kyoto, not just because of its striking golden looks, but also because of...
by Jessica | Last updated Sep 9, 2025 | Japan Travel
Welcome to one of the biggest questions you’ll face when planning a trip to Japan: Osaka vs Tokyo vs Kyoto. These three cities have quickly become known as the ‘Golden Route’, with tourists planning trips in order to hit all three cultural, historic, and shopping...
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