6 Culture Ishibei Koji Lane in Kyoto Gloria Ticconi In Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, Ishibei Koji Lane is an atmospheric narrow passage, lined with preserved traditional buildings...
Culture The Hidden Treasures of Japan Featured The Nippon Takaramono Project commenced in early July, launching the first in a series of 2017 events aiming to promote some of..
Activities Ine Cycling Bonson Lam It is a beautiful spring day. We snake and skirt the water's edge, with the sun behind us and the biggest smile on our face...
Activities Cycling on a Single Ladies Course Robert Kodama Two unfit men conquer a cycling course around Kyoto titled "Single Ladies Course" in a guide book.
Culture Kemari Hajime: Kyoto's Ball Game Gloria Ticconi Held in Shimogamo Shrine in Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, the Kemari Hajime is the year's first game of Kemari, a traditional..
Culture Ebisu Festival in Kyoto 2026 Jan 9th - Jan 10th Held at Yasaka Shrine in Japan's former capital Kyoto, the Ebisu Festival is Kyoto's first festival of the New Year, dedicated..
Culture Kemari Hajime in Kyoto 2026 Early Jan Kemari Hajime in Kyoto: a traditional New Year event at Shimogamo Shrine, where men in period costume play an ancient traditional..
Culture World's Smallest Ukiyo-e Museum Bonson Lam The backstreets of Kyoto are my sanctuary, being able to talk about life with the owners of family run stores, many set in old..