Kyoto is the ancient capital of Japan and is packed with history and beauty. Like the rest of Japan, it boasts such a unique and beautiful place, steeped in tradition. It would be easy to miss the ...

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A temple-fueled tour of Kyoto is for many, the trip of a lifetime – and with good reason. The city served as the capital of Japan for more than a thousand years, and is consequently teeming with ...

Join Phoebe and James as they journey from Tokyo to Kyoto using the JR Rail Pass, sharing the process of getting their passes and enjoying bento boxes on the Shinkansen. Experience the convenience of ...

In many ways, Japan is a country of contrasts. Ancient cultural traditions thrive in cities where some of the world’s most futuristic technologies are the norm. One season tourists ski in the north, ...