Kyoto's Gion Matsuri is one of the oldest festivals in Japan – and one of the country's most anticipated events in summer! Given its popularity, it …
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This Could Become Your Favorite Part of Kyoto
Home to geisha, traditional cuisine, and one of Japan's largest, oldest summer festivals, Kyoto's Gion district is a must-see. Here are a few ideas on how you can enjoy a stroll through the stylish streets of this intriguing neighborhood.
Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri is a festival filled with traditional flair that’s sure to please any visitor to Japan. Starting on July 1 every year, the …
The Kyoto Gion district is a famous “hanamachi” geisha district and an excellent place to experience the atmosphere of ancient Kyoto. Starting from …
Kyoto’s Gion area is full of sweet shops and cafés perfect for taking a break during a day of sightseeing, and the most popular desserts use Japanese …
'Kaiseki' is one of the more intricate forms of Japanese cuisine you might come across. As soon as they learn of it, many people may even like to try …
Gion Tsujiri is a Kyoto-based store specializing in the finest Uji tea and matcha sweets. It was founded as an Uji tea specialty store by …
Kyoto symbolizes Japanese traditional culture. Kyoto offers many attractions throughout the year: temples and shrines where you can get a feel of the …
