For International Readers

Kurama no Himatsuri/ Himatsuri in Kurama 2023: History, schedule, must-sees 鞍馬の火祭英語で説明

In this post, I'll show you the ways to enjoy Kurama no Himatsuri/ Himatsuri in Kurama, Short history, schedule, must-sees and so on. 合掌

2023.10.11

For International ReadersNight Illumination

Awata Matsuri2023: Schedule and must-sees

Awata Matsuri is one of the most underrated Matsuri in Kyoto though Kenbokos have something to do with Yamaboko floats of Gion Matsuri. In this post, I'll show you the schedule of 2023 and must-sees. 合掌

2023.09.26

For International Readers

What’s goin on in Kyoto? In January, 2021 With COVID-19

In this post, I'll show you what is going on here in Kyoto. The original one, written in Japanese, is posted in last March. Since then, I have revised it for nearly a year. It is a long article and I can't translate it right now. So, I will do that in anti-chronicle order gradually.

2021.01.17

For International Readersその他

Autumn leaves in Kyoto 2021 : In the middle of COVID-19

In 2021, we still found ourselves in the middle of COVID-19 and Kyoto is having "Autumn leaves season" with it.In this article, I'll show top 10 places to enjoy the season avoiding so-called "Three C's." Closed, Crowded places with many people nearby, and Close-contact settings.

2020.10.22

For International ReadersAutumn Leaves

Yasaka shrine is to be designated as a National Treasure

Yasaka shrine is to be designated as a National Treasure because of the Gion Zukuri method which tells us the relationship between the hall and the religious phenomena in medieval Japan

2020.12.10

For International Readers

The Great Buddha in Nara: Daibutsu in Todaiji temple

Nara has a huge statue of Buddha, a.k.a., Daibutsu, Birushanabutsu and the Great Buddha. In this article, you can learn anything about it; Its features, when and why it was built and the way to construct it.

2020.01.26

For International Readers

Afro Buddha in Kyoto アフロ大仏英語で説明

The real name of "Afro Buddha" is "Goko Shii Amidabutsu.（五劫思惟阿弥陀仏）" It means that a Buddha meditates forever. In this artile, you can learn the reason of its hair style and its features, souvenirs and so on.

2020.01.20

For International Readersおすすめ記事

Goshichinichi Mishiho 2024 at Toji temple: The ritual held in ancient Imperial court 後七日御修法英語で説明

Mishiho is a supreme ritual held in Toji temple in Kyoto. From 8th to 14th January, high-ranked monks visit Kanjoin temple three times a day to pray for the prosperity of our country, world peace, and good harvest of the year. Not sure whether Goshichinichi Mishio is canceled or not, due to COVID-19.

2020.01.12

For International Readersおすすめ記事

Toshiya, the traditional Japanese archery at Sanjusangendo 2024: 三十三間堂の通し矢を英語で解説

The archery competition of Sanjusangendo is called "Toshiya." Enjoy the archers in beautiful Kimono and its 600 years of history!

2020.01.11

For International Readers

Kiyomizudera statues 1: Kannnon with 1000 hands

The Gohonzon, the Buddhist statue of Kiyomizu-dera temple, is "Juichimen Senju Kannon," who saves us with 11 faces and 1,000 eyes and hands.

2019.12.27

For International ReadersKiyomizudera

Feed Sika deer with Sika Senbei in Nara park

Let us learn the way to feed Sika deer with Sika Senbe crackers in a video with precise information. You also learn why lots of Sika is in Nara park.

2019.12.02

For International Readers

3D Mandala of Buddha in Toji temple

In Toji temple in Kyoto, 21 statues of Buddhist Deities make so-called 3D-Mandala to shows us Buddhist teaching. In this article, you can learn the role of each Deities in the Mandala.

2019.11.01

For International Readersおすすめ記事

Arashiyama Hanatoro 2020 in Kyoto: The night illumination is alive though COVID-19

Arashiyama Hanatoro is held in Arashiyama district in mid-November. We can enjoy lots of night illumination and other events. This article shows you the best way to enjoy them.

2019.09.26

For International ReadersNight Illuminationおすすめ記事

Jishu jinja shrine in Kyoto, love rocks, and Goen

Goen is a tie/bond between something of someone. Jishu jinja shrine in Kyoto gives us extraordinary Goen for loeve seekers. We foresee our love goes with "Love rocks" and have lots of good fortunes form sub-shrines.

2019.09.17

For International Readers

Kyoto autumn leaves forecast 2023 and breaking report 12/29

Kyoto autumn leaves forecast and breaking report. Some places are in Migoro

2019.09.04

For International ReadersAutumn Leaves

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

Haradanien garden 2024 : Cherry blossom supreme in Kyoto 原谷苑の桜英語で説明

Haradanien is a private garden only open to public in spring and autumn. It is little-known place but is the most popular destination among Kyoto-enthusiasts. Sakura matsuri 2023: 25/3/2022~23/4/2023

2019.02.28

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom京都観光　洛北エリア

Rengeji temple in Kyoto with a tranquil garden supreme

Rengeji is one of the most underrated Buddhist temple with extraordinary garden suitable for meditation. The garden stands for a paradise in Buddhism and has amazing autumn leaves.

2019.02.16

For International Readers

Hinamatsuri in Kyoto 2024: Dolls and their history

Hinamatsuri is one of "Gosseku," the annual events, and held on March 3rd in Japan. Each family displays "Hina Nigyo", Hinamtsuri dolls with flowers for the purpose of praying for prosperous and healthy life for their daughters.

2019.02.08

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Plum blossoms Ume Japan 2024 at Kitano Tenmangu shrine Baien garden: Miosame on 3/24

In japan, we admire Plum blossoms or Ume before cherry blossoms bloom. Let us enjoy them at Kitano Tenmangu shrine, the most famous Ume place in Kyoto. Night illumination is available.

2019.02.06

For International Readers

Cherry blossom night illumination in Kyoto 2024 : 20 sites of Sakura

The moat recommended 20 sites to admire night illumination of cherry blossom or Yozakura in Kyoto 2024.

2019.01.29

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossomNight Illuminationおすすめ記事

Cherry blossoms Night Illumination spots 36 in Kyoto 2023

Recommended 26 Cherry blossom/Sakura spots in Kyoto. In this article, kinds of cherry blossoms, night illumination, the days they blooms and other information is available.

2019.01.11

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom