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Kyoto, Japan As part of the Kyoto Women’s Association ongoing efforts to introduce visitors to the artistic pastimes of this ancient...
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Alex Gillam
- Dec 29, 2020
- 2 min
Where in the World: Kyoto
Kyoto, steeped in traditions and beauty, has remained relatively unchanged for many centuries. It’s untarnished beauty and historic...
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- Apr 1, 2020
- 1 min
Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
Kyoto, Japan Set to open mid-April 2020, the building of the Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, converted from a historic schoolhouse, has been...
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- Apr 1, 2020
- 1 min
Ace Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan Kyoto’s newest hotel opening in late May 2020, renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma’s design hotel is subtle but visible....
The Alluring Asia Team
- Mar 10, 2020
- 1 min
Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple - The Cutest Little Buddhas You'll Find in Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan Otagi Nenbutsu-ji is a temple on the outskirts of Arashiyama featuring 1200 incredibly unique and whimsical statues. Because...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 20, 2020
- 1 min
Japan: Cherry Blossoms make an early arrival this season
On February 6, 2020, the Japan Weather Association published its first cherry blossom forecast of the season. According to the forecast,...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 13, 2020
- 1 min
Kawaramachi Area
Kyoto, Japan Running paralle to the west bank of the Kamo River you find this non smoking shopping district. Spend some time exploring...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Higashiyama Walking Tour
Kyoto, Japan Partake in a half-day Higashiyama Walking Tour. Begin with a stroll through the perfectly preserved cobble-stone alleyway of...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Ninen-Zaka & Sannen-Zaka
Kyoto, Japan Visit Ninen-Zaka and Sannen-Zaka, two of Kyoto’s most picturesque and well-preserved traditional districts. These two...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Private Zazen Experience at Kodaiji Temple
Kyoto, Japan Enjoy a Private Zazen Experience at Kodaiji Temple. Kodaiji Temple was constructed in 1606 in memory of one of Japan’s...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
The Silver Pavilion
Kyoto, Japan Despite its name, the pavilion is actually a stark black and white, as the original plan to cover the pavilion in silver...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Gion District (with Hanami Koji, Shimokamo Shrine & the Yasaka Shrine)
Kyoto, Japan Enjoy a visit to the Gion District of Kyoto to see the elaborately dressed geisha in their fabulous kimono. While here,...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Origami Workshop
Kyoto, Japan Enjoy a hands-on Origami Workshop. During origami, sheets of square paper can be folded into various shapes such as animals,...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Kyoto Railway Museum
Kyoto, Japan Enjoy a visit to the Kyoto Railway Museum, depicting the history of Japan’s locomotive modernization efforts through the use...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Nijo Castle
Kyoto, Japan Visit Nijo Castle, which consist of two concentric rings of fortifications. The castle includes the Ninomaru Palace, the...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Full Day Lake Biwa Cycling Tour with Lunch
Kyoto, Japan Set off on a leisurely cycling journey as you enjoy stunning lakeside views while passing by lush, pine tree forests and...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kyoto, Japan Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its several thousand vermilion torii gates leading to the wooded forest of the sacred...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Heian Shrine
Kyoto, Japan The shrine was built on the occasion of the 1100th anniversary of the capital's foundation in Kyoto and is dedicated to the...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Nanzenji Temple
Kyoto, Japan Visit the 13th Century Nanzenji temple. As with most zen gardens, the azalea bushes, well-kempt white gravel and vibrant...
The Alluring Asia Team
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
The Golden Pavilion
Kyoto, Japan Marvel at the gilded brilliance of Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, named for the beautiful gold leaf that adorns it. The...
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