Kyoto Travel Coordinator

One Day Tour - Fushimi Inari & Nara

2010-10-07T13:31:00.002+09:00

Here is my guide plan for Fushimi Inari and Nara area In the morning from Kyoto station Fushimi Inari Shrine Let's walk through thousands of torii gates! Have you seen the movie "Memoirs of a Geisha", or SAYURI in Japanese title? There is a scene where a girl runs through numerous red torii gates. The scene was shot at this shrine. (the meaning of Geisha is now quite different from

Shoren-in Temple - Special Night Light-Up

2010-09-27T14:53:00.000+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

"Seiryu-e" (Blue Dragon Dance) at Kiyomizu temple

2010-08-26T09:51:00.000+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

Hozu River Boat Tours in Arashiyama!

2010-08-21T00:06:00.000+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

Bonfires Festival on Five Mountains

2010-08-01T15:03:00.001+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.

Takao Kawadoko Dinner with Maiko Dancing

2010-06-18T11:15:00.000+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

Japanese Wooden Doll - Kyoto Souvenir Tips

2010-06-08T08:53:00.153+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

Flowers Iris and Azalea in late May

2010-06-02T16:05:00.002+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

The 61st Takigi Noh Play on 1st and 2nd of June

2010-05-25T17:04:00.089+09:00

Are you interested in Japanese Traditional Performing Arts? If you visit Kyoto in early June, please don't miss this rare chance to enjoy Noh play performed in such a very special stage. Kyoto Takigi Noh is an awesome anual event, held at Heian Jingu Shrine on 1st and 2nd of June. Takigi Noh was originally started in Nara around 1000 years ago. Since it's introduced into Kyoto in 1950, Kyoto

Kyoto Souvenir, Yukata or Kimono, Learn How to Wear

2010-05-25T12:02:00.006+09:00

When you visit Kyoto, especially in most traditional cite of Higashiyama area, you would be amazed to see many women in beautiful kimono or yukata enjoy walking through the alleys. Higashiyama area is one my most favorite route to guide. I always feel those traditional Japanese clothes and the historical Kyoto viewing is perfect matching! And I should say, one of the most popular souvenirs

Aoi Matsuri Gorgeous Parade on 15th of May

2010-05-11T23:29:00.007+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

Rabbit-Eared Irises (Kakitsubata) at Ota shrine

2010-05-06T22:21:00.001+09:00

I bet you would be amazed to see this gorgeous view in front of your eyes! You may not be able to imagine this is real!! This is "Kakitsubata, or Japanese Irises". Ota shrine is very well-known for its beautiful "Irises" viewing, and what is special is the numbers!!! It's like a huge island of Irises... Everybody who visit the site says, "It's more than expected, really fantastic!!!" You can

Kamogawa Riverbank Yuka Restaurants Started!

2010-05-03T01:00:00.001+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!! In this season, the people are enjoying their

Kyoto Ramen Koji, All Ramen Noodle Floor!

2010-05-02T14:29:00.001+09:00

Arrive at Kyoto before/around Noon? Enjoy quick lunch at Kyoto station. There are many restaurants here and there at Kyoto station, but almost all are fully packed during lunch time, you would be feeling exhauted to see a long queue. Are you interested in "Ramen Noodle"? I think Ramen restaurant is the best choice to have a quick lunch. We Japanese like Ramen very much. :) There is a

Kyoto Carry Service! Drop your luggage! Start the tour right away!

2010-05-02T14:28:00.001+09:00

Do you know "Baggage Room Service" in Kyoto station? Very convenient service to drop your luggage like coin locker! Especially if you arrive at Kyoto station at around noon or in the afternoon, I always recommend to drop your luggage at Kyoto station and start the tour right away. Because Kyoto station is the perfect place to depart for any popular sightseeing place. Save your time to come

Kyoto Station Building

2010-04-30T00:08:00.000+09:00

When you arrive at Kyoto station you would be amazed how the station is gigantic and unique architecture. It was rebuilt in 1997 to commemorate Kyoto's 1200th anniversary. When I've visited the station for the first time since it's changed, I felt almost shocking how the station was rebuilt into modern structures!!! But while I keep visiting at the station to start the tour, I've right away

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2010-04-26T10:42:00.021+09:00

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