For International Readers

The meaning of Ryoanji Zen Rock Garden

No one tells the meaning of "The Rock Garden" of Ryoanj in Kyoto precisely despite its fame. Fortunately, we have some hypotheses. In this article, we make an inspection on the garden with them.

2019.08.05

For International ReadersZen temples

Things not to do in Kyoto/京都不做的事情/禁止事項

To our regret, some behavior seems rude in Japan. I suppose the problem is that they are stranger to our culture. So, I'll show you indications that will be great help for you.

2019.06.25

For International Readers

Aoi Matsuri festival in Kyoto 2024: 葵祭英語で説明

In 2024, Aoi Matsuri festival take place for the 1 st time in 4 years!!! In this article, with many photos and videos, you can see the way to enjoy it: Its history, ceremonies with it, the famous parade.

2017.11.01

For International ReadersAoi Matsuri Festivalおすすめ記事

Saiohdai Gyokei no Gi 2024 at Shimogamo shrine: The most famous ritual prior to Aoi matsuri festival in Kyoto

Saiohdai Gyokei no Gi 2024 is one of the most important rituals held prior to Aoi matsuri festival. In this article, we learn about Gyokei no Gi in historical point of view and who is Saioh/Saiohdai.

2019.04.30

For International ReadersAoi Matsuri FestivalEnthronement/即位京都観光　洛北エリアおすすめ記事

Ashizoroeshiki of Kamokurabeuma, the ritual prior to Aoi matutsuri festival 2022

This is the absolute guide of Ashizoroeshiki of Kamokurebeuma 2022 held at Kamigamo shrine. It is an important ritual of Aoi matsuri festival in Kyoto.

2019.04.29

For International ReadersAoi Matsuri Festival京都観光　洛北エリア

Kamo Kyokusui/Gokusui no En 2024 at Kamigamo 賀茂曲水の宴英語で説明

Kamo Kyokusui no En is a party in which poets compose poem in an extraordinary beautiful music. It started as a ritual of the Imperial court. Let us learn about it.

2019.04.12

For International Readers

Bodhisattva Kannon robot teaches The Heart Sutra at Kodaji temple

Kodaiji enshrines Bodhisattva Kannon robot. She reveals what The Heart Sutra and the way to Nirvana. This article is a special report of her preaching ad Kodaiji temple and an easy intruduction of The Heart Sutra.

2019.04.08

For International Readers

Kiyomizu-dera renovation finished in 2020

Kiyomizudera consists of about 15 buildings and some of them were renovated in the name of "Heisei no Daikaisyu 2008-2020(Reconstruction in Heisei period). "

2019.03.06

For International ReadersKiyomizuderaおすすめ記事

Higashiyama Hanatoro ENDS in 2022: 東山花灯路英語で解説

Higashiyama Hanatoro is expected to end in 2022. Enjoy the last one we had in the absolute guide of Higashiyama Hanatoro held in Kyoto every spring.

2019.03.04

For International ReadersNight Illumination