There is a 4000 yen entrance fee, you must book in advance, and you’ll need to do some Japanese writing before you visit the main event. I’m talking about Kyoto’s Saihoji Temple, also known as the Moss Temple. Here’s what to expect if you’re wondering whether to add it to your plans.
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The best advice for planning, and enjoying, your trip to Kyoto, Japan. Find out tips on what to do, when to go, where to stay and more.
Taking a Day Trip to Uji
A short train ride from Kyoto, or Nara, the city of Uji is best known for its matcha tea. People come here to do all things green – tea tastings, buying matcha-themed goodies, you can even go a little bit out of town and visit the tea fields. But guess what’s one of the few … Read more
What I Thought of the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto
The Nintendo Museum opened in Kyoto in October 2024 and was immediately a sell-out. So, does it deserve the hype? I went along to find out.
What’s It Like to Stay in the BnA Alter Museum – Kyoto’s Art Hotel
BnA Alter Museum is a hotel in Kyoto where every room is a work of art. But is sleeping in it actually comfortable, or would you be better spending your money elsewhere? Here’s what I decided once I stayed there.
How to Get to the Stunning Ukimido Shrine From Kyoto
Sitting at the end of a small jetty, this shrine, a short train journey from Kyoto, blew me away with its stillness and beauty. Here’s how to get there and what to expect when you arrive.
Kyoto Has A New Tourist Bus That Could Save You Money
As you may know, the number of tourists traveling to Kyoto is causing conflict with the city’s residents. One big pressure point is tourists using the local buses. A new bus called the Hands Free Bus aims to make things easier – and it could be cheaper than getting a taxi.
One Day in Kyoto – Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera
I need to start this by saying that one day is not enough to do Kyoto justice, but if that’s all you have, here’s how to spend one day in Kyoto – and see the three most famous sights: the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kiyomizu-Dera, and Fushimi Inari.
How to Get Tickets for the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto
The new Nintendo Museum in Kyoto opened on October 2nd, 2024, but you can’t just turn up and visit right now—you’ll need to organise tickets in advance. Here’s how.