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  • There are many Insta-worthy spots in Kyoto. And of course, there are also many insta-worthy spots in the Arashiyama and Saga areas that are full of Kyoto's unique atmosphere. We have gathered together a list of Insta-Enjoyable spots that will help you get the most out of your visit to Kyoto. We hope you will go home with fond memories of your trip to Kyoto.

    2021-07-19 Management office

  • From Byodoin Temple, a famous national treasure, to other great Instagram-worthy spots, we have gathered together a list of spots that you should not miss in the Uji area, as well as Uji matcha sweets stores that you should not miss when visiting Kyoto. We have also gathered a variety of Uji matcha sweets shops that you should not miss when you come to Kyoto.

    2021-07-19 Management office

  • The Kibune and Kurama areas are located north of Kyoto City. Many people go there for the Kibune Shrine and Kuramadera Temple, which are also famous tourist attractions in Kyoto. However, there are many other recommended sightseeing spots in the Kibune-Kurama area. After being energized by the power spots, a relaxing soak in a hot spring before heading home is also recommended! Please go there to recharge your own energy.

    2021-07-16 Management office

  • Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site, and the Kyoto Gyoen, where the emperor once lived, are about a 30-minute walk away. In this article, we will introduce you to the former detached palace Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Imperial Palace, as well as sightseeing spots in Kyoto that are within walking distance from the castle. Not only historical sights, but also aquariums and museums, so you can experience them along with sightseeing. We hope you will take a look around Kyoto's unique sightseeing spots with us.

    2021-07-16 Management office

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    Osaka has many museums, science museums, art museums, and other facilities called museums. While enjoying leisure and gourmet food while sightseeing in Osaka, why not become a little more knowledgeable at a museum? Here we introduce five facilities that can be easily visited by both children and adults, including museums and art museums where you can see valuable materials and exhibits, and science museums where you can have fun.

    2021-07-16 Management office

  • Parks are often thought of as children's playgrounds, but Osaka has many nature-rich parks that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Why don't you go to a park where you can absorb the beauty of cherry blossoms and other seasonal plants, the depth of history, and many other things to relax and unwind from your daily stress? In this issue, we will introduce five parks in Osaka that are full of charm.

    2021-07-15 Management office

  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, famous for its Senbon-torii, attracts many tourists on a daily basis. However, for those who are not satisfied with Fushimi Inari Taisha alone, here are some sightseeing spots in the vicinity of Fushimi Inari Taisha. If you go on foot, you will discover many things and enjoy Kyoto sightseeing that much more. There are many sightseeing spots in Kyoto, not only Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. We encourage you to put on your sneakers and walk around the city.

    2021-07-15 Management office

  • Here are some restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious lunch before or after sightseeing at Fushimi Inari Taisha, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Kyoto. All of the restaurants are highly satisfying and delicious, so eating there will surely bring a smile to your face. Please choose your favorite restaurant from creative kaiseki cuisine to tempura, udon or Western cuisine. Although they are popular, there are places where you can get in without a reservation, so don't hesitate to jump in.

    2021-07-15 Management office

  • Ginkakuji Temple in Higashiyama, Kyoto is a world heritage site and a world famous tourist attraction. And there are many sightseeing spots around Ginkakuji Temple. Please enjoy the unique scenery of Kyoto with its photogenic landscapes. In this article, we will introduce some attractive tourist spots that are easy to stop by from Ginkakuji Temple.

    2021-07-14 Management office

  • When it comes to sightseeing in Osaka, there are many attractive spots such as Universal Studios Japan, Kaiyukan, Osaka Castle, and Dotonbori, but in fact, Osaka also has many wonderful temples with a rich history. In this issue, we introduce five such temples. It is a power spot full of blessings and energy, so please visit it when you go to Osaka.

    2021-07-14 Management office

  • Osaka has a strong image of downtown areas such as Dotonbori and Tsutenkaku Tower. In fact, there are some awesome shrines in such Osaka that support Osaka people in spirit. In this issue, we will introduce the most important power spots that are indispensable for Osaka people. When you come to Osaka, there is no way not to add a special place called a shrine to your schedule before you eat your way through the city. Show your gratitude and receive energy from the gods!

    2021-07-14 Management office

  • Ginkakuji Temple, a famous sightseeing spot, is registered as a World Heritage site and crowded with many tourists. There are many sightseeing spots in Kyoto, such as the Philosopher's Path, which many people will visit together. The real name of Ginkakuji Temple is Higashiyama Jishoji Temple, but it is now called Ginkakuji Temple in conjunction with Kinkakuji Temple. Lunch is an essential part of sightseeing at Ginkakuji. You can stop by on the way to sightseeing or on the way back home. Here are some good lunch restaurants near Kinkakuji Temple that you can casually drop by.

    2021-07-12 Management office

  • Osaka is home to numerous castles and castle ruins, including Osaka Castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. There are many different types of castles, from those with valuable structures such as keepers to those with no remaining ruins, but all of them are very historical. It will be very interesting to find out more about each castle and learn many things that you did not know about it. In this issue, we would like to introduce five castles and castle ruins in Osaka that you should definitely visit.

    2021-07-12 Management office

  • The rainy season has finally ended and it’s time to enjoy the summer. How will you spend your summer vacation this year? We believe it is not an overstatement to say that most of us are worn out and tired both physically and mentally due to the constant lockdowns and isolations. We could all use a bit of a break and refresh a bit in the majestic outdoors. For all those who feel like that we bring a special feature focusing on must-go places in Hiroshima, where you can do just that! Hiroshima is most famous for its two World Heritage sites, the Atomic Dome and Itsukushima Shrine. But there is much more to the city, with just a few steps you can find yourself out of the bustling city and in the grand nature that surrounds it. Outdoor activities that let you relax and unwind are becoming extremely popular and in this special feature we would like to introduce you to our pick of top 5 outdoor activities in and around Hiroshima.

    2021-07-12 Management office

  • When wandering around the streets of Osaka, "you may come across buildings that make you wonder, "What is that? "I sometimes come across buildings that make me wonder, "What is that? The architecture is very unique, from classical palace-like structures to amusement park rides in the middle of the city. All of the five facilities introduced here are open to the general public, so why not drop by on your way to Osaka for a sightseeing tour?

    2021-07-09 Management office

  • If you would like to experience Japanese culture while strolling through the streets of Kyoto, we recommend you to take a walk in Kyoto. Take a slow walk and see the beautiful cityscape, discover modern Japanese-style stores, and many other sights in Kyoto. And what we recommend is a walk to see the scenery that can only be seen in Kyoto. If you go up the mountain a little, the scenery there will also be spectacular. In this article, we will introduce some of the best courses for a walk in Kyoto, so take your time and enjoy a leisurely stroll.

    2021-07-09 Management office

  • Kawayuka in Kyoto means a place where you can have a meal while looking at the river by building a floor over a clear stream. Since summers in Kyoto are hot, the floor is built on the river so that people can enjoy their meals on it, which also means that they can enjoy their meals in a cooler atmosphere. In particular, there are many kawadoko along the Kamo and Kibune Rivers, and you may even feel a status as a restaurant with kawadoko. If dinner is too expensive for you, you can enjoy kawadoko for lunch at a reasonable price. We have gathered together some of the best restaurants in Kyoto where you can enjoy such kawadoko, as well as kawadoko that are easy to get to, so if you become interested, try dining at one of Kyoto's famous kawadoko.

    2021-07-08 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to recommend 7 shopping malls in Osaka Prefecture. Osaka Prefecture is, after all, a city, and as such, has many large-scale commercial facilities and other places that are ideal for shopping. Not only for locals and residents of Osaka Prefecture, but there are also many commercial facilities with food courts and play areas in addition to shopping, so people often go out of their way to visit from far away. We hope you have a wonderful holiday in Osaka.

    2021-07-08 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to recommend seven shopping streets in Osaka Prefecture. Osaka Prefecture is one of the largest cities in Japan, but there are still many charming shopping streets that retain their old-fashioned atmosphere. Whether you are looking for a meal or something to shop for, we hope you will enjoy your visit to Osaka and create wonderful memories in the shopping streets.

    2021-07-07 Management office

  • Kyoto has many famous spots as sacred places for anime. In particular, many of the school trips in school anime are set in Kyoto, so we recommend that you take a sightseeing course following the same school trip course. Please try to see Kyoto's famous spots from the same perspective as in the anime.

    2021-07-07 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce about 7 recommended downtown areas in Osaka Prefecture. Osaka Prefecture is one of the largest cities in Japan, and there are many attractive downtown areas where you can enjoy a wide range of activities, whether playing or eating. We hope that when you come to Osaka, you will enjoy your visit to the fullest and create wonderful memories in the downtown area.

    2021-07-06 Management office

  • If you come to Kyoto, there are some Kyoto's famous gourmet foods that you should definitely try. There are too many to list here, but we have collected some of the most popular and must-try items in Kyoto. Please be sure to try some of Kyoto's exquisite menu items, some of which are said to be among the best in Japan!

    2021-07-06 Management office

  • When you come on a trip, choosing souvenirs is one of the pleasures of traveling. We have collected the hottest souvenirs from Kyoto, from the standard souvenirs to new Kyoto souvenirs. They are all things that you can eat by yourself or receive as a gift. All of them are not only delicious, but also filled with Kyoto's unique flavor and full of Kyoto's souvenir feeling, so please be sure to include them in your list of potential souvenirs.

    2021-07-05 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce a photogenic ryokan in Osaka Prefecture. Nowadays, the word "Insta-ei "has become very popular, and facilities and contents that are stylish and fun to look at tend to be in vogue. In this issue, we are going to introduce some ryokans that are stylish and graceful, as they have the ability to look good in photos. Since they are ryokan, many of the accommodations are relatively Japanese style, and we hope you will find them fashionable from that perspective. We hope you will find a hotel that interests you in this article and visit it once.

    2021-07-05 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce some photogenic hotels in Osaka Prefecture. These days, the words "Insta-ei "are all the rage, and facilities and content that are stylish and fun to look at tend to be in vogue. We will introduce only hotels that follow such a trend, which are highly recommended for young people and women, and which are all the rage, and which are expected to become popular at an accelerated pace. Please find a hotel you are interested in in this article and visit it by all means.

    2021-07-02 Management office

  • Cherry blossoms, which herald spring in Japan, are said to be ephemeral and beautiful because they are only for that season and fall quickly. There are many cherry trees in Kyoto, and many cherry blossom viewing spots. It is about as good as you can find on foot, but in any case, we recommend that you go to a cherry blossom viewing spot and be surrounded by cherry blossoms. Surrounded by a carpet of cherry blossoms and cherry blossoms as far as the eye can see, you will feel the magical atmosphere of the cherry blossom season only.

    2021-07-02 Management office

  • After or before visiting Kibune Shrine or Kuramadera Temple, we will introduce you to restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious lunch at a reasonable price. We have carefully selected some of the most delicious restaurants, from the coveted kawadoko cuisine to easy bakeries and hot pot restaurants. Kawayuka on the Kamo River is a recommended spot where you can eat food in a powerful atmosphere because of its close proximity to the river! Please visit and try your favorite restaurant from among the gourmet spots that are as important as sightseeing.

    2021-07-01 Management office

  • All of Kyoto's shopping streets are lively, and each has its own unique flavor. Every shopping arcade is surrounded by specialty stores and Kyoto's unique stores to get you excited, so be sure to stroll through the tasteful shopping arcade when you come for sightseeing!

    2021-07-01 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce seven facilities in Osaka Prefecture that offer overnight stays without meals. A "no-breakfast" is a type of lodging where no meals are provided, but the cost is much lower. It is also easy on the wallet, and since you can eat as much or as little as you like at nearby facilities, it is really a suitable lodging option for those who are suited to it. Please consider it as an option for those who want to travel cheaply and casually.

    2021-07-01 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce 7 lodges in Osaka Prefecture. With a lodge, you can camp without a tent and enjoy the outdoors with ease. With the increasing popularity of outdoor activities in recent years, more and more facilities are being built to cater to the needs of beginners. We hope you will find a lodge you like and make the most of your visit.

    2021-06-30 Management office