The main attraction of the Chionin Temple is the Miedo Hall, but don’t get too excited about seeing this as it’s still under renovation. However, do not let this turn you away from visiting Chion-in Temple as it has lots more to offer. “The Chion-in Temple entrance requires climbing lots of steps” When walking towards […]
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When visiting Kyoto, be sure to take a look at the Heian Shrine also known as Heian-jingu. You can get here by bus #100 from Kyoto station. The first sign that you are getting near will be the unmistakable massive Torii gate that spans the road, and stands just beyond a bridge that is also […]
The Miyako Odori Presentation in The Gion District of Kyoto
After visiting the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto earlier today our next sightseeing spot was Gion. Even though we were in the vicinity of Gion before when we visited the Kiyomizudera Temple in the Higashimeda district earlier this month we wanted to return when the Miyako Odori presentation was on. The Miyako Odori is only on for […]
Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto
One of the most popular photographs you will find in a magazine or travel guide about Japan is of the famous red Torii gate, it is a symbol that stands out proud. And there is hardly a better place to get up close with Torii Gates than the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. Day 48 […]
Walking Through The Higashiyama District During Hanatouro
Today we went to Kyoto, where we walked through the Higashiyama district During Hanatouro especially to see the Kiyomizu (Kiyomizudera) Temple and the Higashiyama Hanatouro illuminations. Day 20 – March 23rd, 2014. After two days at home fighting a tough battle with the cold/flu, spending all day in bed, Moni is feeling a bit better. […]