Accommodation The Splendor of Houka East and West Ciara Blount Finding a great place to stay in any city is always a challenge. But nestled on a quiet street a brief walk from Kyoto Station,..
Kyoto Hidden Spots: Amanohashidate Angela An If you are like me and you want to enjoy travelling away from the big crowds then try going to Amanohashidate in the northern part..
Culture Sumoto Castle From the Sengoku Period Amani Ouali Sumoto Castle was built in the 16th century, precisely in 1526, by Japan’s second greatest unifier “Toyotomi Hideyoshi” during..
Culture Niutsuhime-jinja Shrine & Jison-in Temple Róisín Finnerty Mount Koya's spiritual realm extends further, come and discover the Niutsushime Shrine and Jisonin Temple, which play their..
Accommodation Amami Onsen Nanten-en Gary Luscombe Amami Onsen Nanten-en is a traditional ryokan inn hidden deep within the Osaka countryside. Immersed in history and culture, boasting..
Culture Midosuji Illuminations 2025 Nov 3rd - Dec 31st Osaka Hikari Renaissance is a series of light up and festival events taking place in Fall and Winter each year. In 2018 the festival..
Activities Hachimanbori Canal Boat Cruise Avery Choi Omihachiman is a great off-the-beaten-path spot. Here you can enjoy the exotic scenery of nature through Hachimanbori canal boat..