7 Culture Koryu-ji Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell Between central Kyoto and Arashiyama in Japan, Koryu-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple, home to some impressive, beautiful statues...
13 Culture Hokongo-in Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell Between central Kyoto and Arashiyama in Japan, Hokongo-in is a Buddhist temple with an attractive garden and some impressive, ancient..
Culture Okochisanso Garden Joe Robinson Okochisanso garden is a pristine example of traditional Japanese horticulture, and you get a free walk through Arashiyama bamboo..
Culture Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Shushma R A thousand wisdoms of Buddha in Arashiyama Kyoto, near the bamboo forest grove.
9 Culture Otaji Nenbutsu-ji Sophia Warren Built in the late 8th century and relocated in the early 20th century, Otaji Nenbutsu-ji in Kyoto stands out from other Buddhist..
Food Yuba in Arashiyama Cordelia Ding At Saga Tofu Ine in Arashiyama, yuba and tofu are served in many different ways. Some dishes are roasted, some are boiled, and some..
6 Culture Furoan Dream At Sophia Warren Nestled among bamboo and other greenery in the western end of Kyoto, Dream At is quiet and relaxing spot to take a short break and..
Food Public Bath Converted into a Cafe Sarah Chaney In the century since Sagano-yu was built as a public bath in 1923, it had been a popular spot for the locals. As time passed and..