Consider this your ultimate guide to exploring one of Japan’s most accessible off-the-beaten-path experiences—with a ...

Explore Kyoto's bamboo groves in the lowest seasons ... carrying travelers to the bamboo forests of the inner grounds and the scenic mountain foothills. The temple's bamboo grove is smaller ...

Mount Koya's tranquil trails lead to hidden temples, inviting you to hike through history and find peace in the stillness.

Some 1,000 years ago, monks from warring Mt. Hiei and nobles from the capital retreated from the world in rustic Ohara, ...

Kyoto FAR exceeded my expectations! Here's how I spent 2 days falling in love with this charming city. Featuring LOTS of great food, must-visit spots and the coolest place to stay :) The links you ...

It takes about three hours to make the trek up the mountain, and some recent visitors say that the hike is mildly strenuous, but almost all agree this is a must-see spot in Kyoto, especially for ...

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building.