Wazuka: Bike ride through the tea plantations
Having just arrived in Nara, we decided to make a detour the next morning to Wazuka, a town in the middle of the mountains, famous for its tea plantations.
Miyama: night in a Ryokan and visit to a thatched-roof village
We could not leave Japan without spending a night in a ryokan, these typical guest houses with hot baths. Taking advantage of a walk outside Kyoto, it is in the mountains
Kyoto by the sea: road trip from Amanohashidate to Ine village
Determined to get out of Kyoto itself, we set off on a little roadtrip, heading north of Kyoto prefecture to Amanohashidate. Due to its proximity and
Kyoto in 3-4 days: immersion in the ancient imperial capital
Kyoto is one of the mythical cities of Japan, and spending 3-4 days there can be largely insufficient. But that's the time we had and here are, in my opinion, the must-sees
Fushimi Inari-Taisha: the legendary sanctuary with thousands of torii
The shrine with thousands of torii, Fushimi Inari-Taisha is a must-see if you are passing through Kyoto.
Arashiyama: a walk in Kyoto's famous bamboo grove
Arashiyama, west of Kyoto, is home to the famous bamboo grove: a peaceful walk between nature, temples and a relaxing riverside atmosphere.
Gion District: Immersion in Traditional Kyoto
Higashiyama is an old traditional district of Kyoto. These old-fashioned alleys are like a visit back in time, with these Japanese people walking around in traditional dress (admittedly,