We absolutely loved staying in Gojo Machiya in Kyoto. This two story traditional house (Machiya) is absolutely beautiful and comfortable for 4 or 6 people and is in a good location near the Gion district. …

The Kyōmachiya, Machiya in Kyoto, (京町家 or 京町屋) defined the architectural atmosphere of downtown Kyoto for centuries, and represent the standard defining form of machiya throughout the …

Sanjūsangen-dō (三十三間堂, lit. thirty-three ken (length) hall) is our main local Buddhist temple, a mere three minutes away from the house. And yes, we named our home from this temple, Sanjusan …

Here is a detailed description of the Tofukuji Samurai Machiya. (you can click on any photo to see a larger one).

Ginkakuji (銀閣寺) aka the Silver Pavilion, is a Zen temple located at the Northern part of Kyoto's eastern mountains (Higashiyama). I found the place is particularly beautiful in Autumn, but it is also a delight …

A ” Mairi ” is a visit to a temple or shrine for the purpose of prayer. ” Rokudo “ refers to the six states through which living beings transmigrate. From the lowest to highest, they are: (1) beings in hell, (2) …

We’re very fortunate to be quite near one of the city autumn’s most beautiful temples, Tofuku-Ji. Tofukuji (東福寺) is a large Zen temple located less than 10 minutes on foot from the Tofukuji Samurai …

The Tea Ceremony (the way of tea, or Chado or sado, as the ceremony is known) is one of Japan's traditional cultural art. During the ritualized preparation and drinking of a cup of green tea (matcha), …

How about a Rickshaw Tour around one of the numerous touristic spots of the city? I've seen them around a few times and always thought we too should try that. It does look like fun and a great way …

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