Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens
A massive collection of manga from all over the world, from the famous to rare finds
Denim made using traditional methods
Have fun at a mountain villa that belonged to a samurai film actor
Quietly praying to the rakan statues on the hillsides
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.
Learn about sake brewing
An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage
Take a trip around the picturesque view of one of Japan’s three famous sights
The scattered fallen leaves in autumn are beautiful
Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display
A zoo raising approximately 130 different species of animals. Encountering small animals is fun!
Two different windows overlooking a garden
Founded in 1895 for the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital city to the Heian-kyo, the shrine reproduces the Imperial Palace of the Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei.
An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.
For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did
Here at Shoren-in Temple, Emperor Kanmu prayed for peace for the capital and buried a shogun statue inside its burial mound
Pray for good health and matchmaking at this shrine built for subduing an epidemic
The Osawa-no-ike Pond is famous for its cherry blossoms and moon-viewing pavilion
A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body