Fushimi Inari: Hundred Torii and Shrines

Fushimi Inari: Hundred Torii and Shrines

This is probably the only shrine we visited in Kyoto, even during our month-long stay in Japan. Fushimi Inari is a huge tourist spot in Kyoto, so it’s usually full and crowded. We made sure to arrive earlier than usual. After our slow walking trip to Arashimaya,...
Arashimaya: Bamboo, Blooms & A Riverside Dream

Arashimaya: Bamboo, Blooms & A Riverside Dream

They say the third time’s a charm. Our third visit to Kyoto was definitely slow and magical. Being one of Japan’s most famous historical districts, there has always been pressure to go through every tourist spot, temple, shrine, street, etc. We’ve...
Shrines, Sweets and Rivers: A Slow Day in Kyoto

Shrines, Sweets and Rivers: A Slow Day in Kyoto

On our third visit to Kyoto, we are slowing down. Our first two visits were a race to see as many temples and historical sites as possible, which were great. We know how beautiful Kyoto is, and we want to take the chance to savor each moment, see the smaller details,...
A Few Days In Osaka

A Few Days In Osaka

The ultimate food & shopping district!  You know what they say in Osaka: when there’s a line, you gotta line up, too!  Osaka has long been the foodie haven in Japan, with a wide range of restaurants populating the busy Dhotonbori and Namba area, adding a few...