A gentle collection of stories and cultural insights from Kyoto.
Learn about traditions, seasonal events, and the small details of daily life that make this city unique.
Perfect for travelers who want to understand the heart of Kyoto beyond sightseeing.
Kyoto Kintsugi Guide: What It Is and Where to Join a Workshop Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken p […]
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Last updated: January 24, 2026
Kyoto Ehomaki Guide: Meaning, Cultural Background, and Where to Buy During Setsubun In 2026, the lucky directi
Kyoto Ehomaki Guide: Meaning, Cultural Background, and Where to Buy During Setsubun 続きを読む »
Last updated: January 20, 2026
Setsubun in Kyoto: Bean‑Throwing Rituals and Special Shrine Events What Is Setsubun? Setsubun marks the transi
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Last updated: January 20, 2026
Kyoto’s Seasonal Events Guide: A Cultural Journey Through Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter Introduction: Exp
Kyoto’s Seasonal Events Guide: A Cultural Journey Through Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter 続きを読む »
Last updated: January 14, 2026
Omamori in Kyoto: Types, Meanings, and Where to Buy Them Omamori are small Japanese charms believed to bring p
Omamori in Kyoto: Types, Meanings, and Where to Buy Them 続きを読む »
Last updated: January 11, 2026
Sakura & Cherry Blossom Forecast 2026: Japan’s Nationwide Bloom Predictions and Kyoto’s 2025 Peak Viewing
Last updated: December 28, 2025
Hatsumode in Japan: How to Pray at a Shrine, Read Omikuji, and Write Ema Hatsumode is the first shrine visit o
Hatsumode in Japan: How to Pray at a Shrine, Read Omikuji, and Write Ema 続きを読む »
Last updated: December 26, 2025
Joya no Kane in Kyoto: Where Visitors Can Ring the New Year’s Eve Temple Bell What Is Joya no Kane? The Meanin
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Last updated: January 9, 2026