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The ancient story still goes on in Japan, in the fear of COVID-19

Yasaka shirne installed Chinowa in early March, before the outbreak of COVID-19. The installation was based on a belief in the 8th century...

2020.03.24

For International ReadersJapanese culture and traditions

Top 3 Kawazu Zakura spot in Kyoto 2020

Kawazu Zakura is the earliest-blooming Sakura in Kyoto.This article shows you the places to admire it; Toji temple, Unryuin temple, and Ichijo Modoribashi and Sanjo Ohashi bridge. The best time is mid-March usually.

2020.02.07

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom

Places to visit in Kyoto after COVID-19

Now the state of emergency was lifted in Japan but the fear of COVID-19 still exists. In this article, I'll show you places to visit for enjoying Goriyaku (Good fortune), Aomomoji, and other things in Kyoto keeping social distance.

2020.05.26

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Omuro Zakura in Ninnaji temple and its forecast 2026: Full bloom 4/11 御室桜英語で説明

Generally speaking, Omuro Zakura of Ninnaji is the last-blooming Sakura in Kyoto. It is in full-bloom in mid-April usually. You can learn about the Sakura and the way to enjoy it in this article.

2020.03.12

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom

The events canceled due to Coronavirus in Kyoto

OverviewHere in Kyoto, some events are canceled due to widespread coronavirus. The following is the gist of them officia...

2020.03.02

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Breaking report on Sakura/ Cherry blossoms in Kyoto 4/12/2026: Omuro Zakuras and Shidare Zakuas in Migoro 京都の桜開花状況英語版

The breaking report of Sakura 2026 in Kyoto. There are many cherry blossoms a.k.a. Sakura and Migoro, the best time to enjoy them lasts for a month. In this article, we divide Migoro into 3 peirod; March, late March to mid April, Mid-April, and around April 20.

2020.03.10

For International ReadersSakkura/Cherry blossom

Shrines and temples to visit in Kyoto after declaration of emergency lifted in fear of COVID-19

On May 21, the declaration of emergency was lifted in Kyoto and we can visit many Shinto shrine and Buddhist temple again.This article shows you the list of them. Some of them offers shortened open hrs and ask for Social distancing and other things.

2020.06.03

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Seiryue 2026: The ritual of Kannon in Kyomizu-dera temple in Kyoto 青龍会英語で説明

Seiryue, or "The ritual of the blue dragon," is a mobile ritual of Kannon held 2 times a year in Kiyomizu-dera temple in Kyoto. In this article, I'll show you what the ritual are, the participants and the rituals.

2020.09.10

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Gion matsuri festival in Kyoto 2026 Comprehensive guide: Mikoshis, Yamahoko floats, and Yoiyamas!!! 祇園祭2025英語で説明

The comprehensive guide on Gion matsuri festival 2026 in Kyoto; its schedule, Mikoshis, Yamahoko floats, Yoiyamas, history, the reason why it is celebrated, souvenirs, and other must-sees. Anything is available.

2017.11.02

For International ReadersGion Matsuri Festivalおすすめ記事