For International Readers

“Chinowa kuguri” at Yasaka shrine 2024 茅の輪くぐり英語で説明

Chinowa is a big wreath. A story about Somin Shorai says that the Deity save us from malady with it. We always find it in June and July but we also find it in March to prepare for coronavirus.

2018.06.24

For International Readers

Yasaka shrine in Kyoto; the best guide on the planet!

The best guide of Yasaka shrine in kyoto; Annual events, Deities enshrined, Gion matsuri, and so on.

2018.06.10

For International Readers

The top 7 spots for Japanese Green Maples in Kyoto!

Japanese Green Maple in KyotoWhat is Japanese Green Maple?These days, we hear of Japanese Green Maple as long as the Aut...

2018.06.06

For International Readers

Autumn leaves in Rurikoin in kyoto 2024: Make reservations to see “Yukamomiji.” 瑠璃光院の紅葉英語で説明

In 2024, Rurikoin is open to us from 1 October to 15 December. We are not allowed to enter it without reservation to enjoy Autumn leaves and 'Yukamomiji."

2018.05.25

For International ReadersAutumn LeavesNight Illumination

Komyoin temple, the best Zen garden in Kyoto

Komyoin is solemn, uderrated temple but has the best Zen garden to meditate in Kyoto. Let us visit there in four seasons and enjoy cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and snow!

2018.04.25

For International ReadersZen templesAutumn Leaves

Mikage matsuri 2023: The most important ritual prior to Aoi matsuri festival

Mikage matsuri is a ritual held prior to Aoi Matsuri The most important ritual is Miare shinji held on the 12th May at Mikage shrine. On the very day, the Deity of Shimogamo shrine is born there.

2018.04.20

For International ReadersAoi Matsuri Festival

Kohrin-in, the most underrated Zen temple in Kyoto!

Kohrin-in is the most underrated Zen temple in Kyoto. It has Zen rock garden, traditional tea room, and fantastic autumn colors. It is open to public only in spring and fall. Let us learn the way to enjoy the garden and autumn colors and the construction of Buddhist temple!

2018.03.23

For International ReadersZen templesAutumn Leaves

Kamigamo shrine in Kyoto, Aoi matsuri, and its history

The short history of Kamigamo shrine"Kamigamo shrine" is a de facto name of "Kamo wake ikazuchi shrine". It enshrines "K...

2018.02.13

For International ReadersAoi Matsuri Festival

Autumn leaves in Kyoto; the latest report in 2017!!!

In the middle of November in 2017, maple leaves in some place are in bloom. So, let me introduce the latest autumn color...

2017.11.16

For International ReadersAutumn Leaves