Food in Kyoto

Exploring the Vibrant Korean Town in Tokyo

This is one of Tokyo's hidden gems that we discovered on our trip to Japan. We had a great time exploring this part of the city, and I want to share my experience with you. Korean Town is...

Higashiyama Hanatouro

The Higashiyama Hanatouro is an annual event held in the city of Kyoto, Japan. The first edition took place in March 2003, and since then it has become a very popular event for both tourists and...

The Top 5 Places to See the Cherry Blossoms in Kyoto!

It is that magical time of the year again when everything turns pink here in Japan! And especially enjoying the cherry blossoms in Kyoto at this time of the year is an unforgettable experience. It...

10 Days Family Friendly Japan Travel Itinerary

Hi there, I'm Antoinette, your average human being, working a day job and taking vacations occasionally to refresh myself. Now, nobody asked me to write this “10 Days Japan Itinerary” but since...

Cormorant Fishing in Arashiyama, Japan

In Arashiyama I stepped into a dream. A fat orange moon climbed into view as I crossed the Togersu-kyo, or Moon Bridge. Coloured lights lit the narrow streets, and lanterns hung among the trees...

Visiting the Best Markets in Kyoto

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan. Every month, flea and handcraft markets attract thousands of visitors with colorful stands. We took part on 6 of them, held on a specific date of the month...