Kyoto
Kyoto
The Nakasendo Way – Discover Magome-juku, a Living Edo-Period Post Town
Nestled in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, Magome-juku (馬籠宿) is one of the most picturesque post towns along the historic Nakasendo Way. This was the ancient route connecting Tokyo (Edo) and Kyoto during Japan’s Edo period. Once one of sixty-nine post towns providing rest for weary travelers, Magome-juku offered lodging, meals, and entertainment to samurai, […]
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Discover the Vibrant Himeji Yukata Festival: A Hidden Gem Beyond the Castle
Most travelers come to Himeji for its breathtaking UNESCO-listed Himeji Castle, the White Heron rising gracefully above the city. But just beyond the castle walls lies another treasure that locals cherish: the Himeji Yukata Festival (姫路ゆかたまつり), Western Japan’s largest yukata celebration and a dazzling summer tradition more than 260 years in the making. This is […]
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Kyoto’s Hidden Gem: A Garage Chiffon Cake Shop That Sells Out in Hours
In the heart of Kyoto, Japan, a humble garage has transformed into a bustling chiffon cake haven. This small, unassuming shop, Kyoto’s hidden gem, has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike, earning a reputation for its irresistibly light and fluffy chiffon cakes. On the days the cakes go on sale, the demand is […]
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