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Author: Rieko Azuma

Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

2023-01-182023-01-26 - by Rieko Azuma

Byodo-in Temple, one of the World Heritage Sites in Uji, was originally a villa of Fujiwara no Michinaga (藤原道長), an aristocrat in the Heian period. The aristocrats preferred Uji, as …

Explore Arashiyama to your heart’s content 〜part 2〜

2022-11-262022-11-22 - by Rieko Azuma

I introduced several spots in the center of Arashiyama in “Explore Arashiyama to your heart’s content ~part 1~.” In this part 2, I’ll share some beautiful and deep sites in …

Explore Arashiyama to your heart’s content! 〜part 1〜

2022-10-242022-12-12 - by Rieko Azuma

Arashiyama, where we can indulge in the colors of the four seasons with its mountains and rivers, has undoubtedly been one of Kyoto’s most iconic tourist spots. When I think …

Treasure Hunting at Flea Markets in Kyoto!

2022-08-242022-08-29 - by Rieko Azuma

Antiques, ceramics, second-hand kimonos, handicrafts, bonsai (盆栽), and other Japanese things. Are you interested in these kinds of items? Or, are you looking for a kind of unique souvenir from …

Nishiki Market (錦市場, Nishiki Ichiba) and Vicinity

2022-06-272022-06-27 - by Rieko Azuma

Tasting local delicacies or specialties is one of the purposes of travel, right? Here, Nishiki Market is the place for it! The market is often called “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” as all …

Strolling around Gion (祇園)

2022-04-202022-04-20 - by Rieko Azuma

Gion, the entertainment district with the atmosphere of ancient Kyoto. You’ve seen pictures or movies of maiko walking briskly along a stone-paved path, haven’t you? We could say this is …

The Allure of Kiyomizu-dera Temple

2022-02-272022-02-27 - by Rieko Azuma

“Take a chance as if you were jumping off the stage of Kiyomizu!” This is a famous saying, meaning “Put yourself out there, even if you are taking a risk.” …

Kinkakuji -how to enjoy Kinkakuji 10 times more-

2021-12-212022-02-04 - by Rieko Azuma

See how brilliant it is!  As you know, this is Kinkakuji temple (金閣寺, Temple of the Golden Pavilion), which is one of the most worldwide attractive sights. Most tourists will …

The unknown sites of Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto

The unknown sites of Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto

2021-07-202021-08-27 - by Rieko Azuma

It’s no secret that Fushimi Inari Shrine attracts a great number of tourists from around the world. Everyone knows the iconic vermilion torii gates called Senbon Torii (千本鳥居,thousands of torii …

Ohenro (お遍路) -88 Temples Pilgrimage- in Kyoto

Ohenro (お遍路) -88 Temples Pilgrimage- in Kyoto

2021-05-312022-07-07 - by Rieko Azuma

Pilgrimage in Kyoto?  As you know, Kyoto has a lot of sightseeing spots, such as Kinkakuji temple, Kiyomizudera temple, Bamboo forest in Arashiyama and Fushimi-Inari shrine. Each is absolutely stunning, …

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Treasure Hunting at Flea Markets in Kyoto!

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Strolling around Gion (祇園)

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Ohenro (お遍路) -88 Temples Pilgrimage- in Kyoto

Ohenro (お遍路) -88 Temples Pilgrimage- in Kyoto

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How Tonkatsu Was Born

How Tonkatsu Was Born

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How to take up a boxed lunch lifestyle

How to take up a boxed lunch lifestyle

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Masayo - Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

Thank you for the amazing tour around Uj…

Akiko - Tarai Udon たらいうどん

Hi, Peco san! Tarai udon looks so good …

Akiko - Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

Hello, Rieko san. I enjoyed your articl…

Rieko Azuma - Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

Hi, Andy! Thank you for your comment! …

Andy Wilson - Uji City ~ the town of history and tea ~

Thanks for the wonderful article Rieko. …

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