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Where to Buy Real Kyoto Knives: Shigeharu vs Aritsugu Knives
Before you rush to Aritsugu to purchase your prize Japanese knife, you might want to read this article. There are several options for buying authentic, handmade Kyoto knives.
Kyohamono 京刃物: Kyoto C... read more
Kyoto Noh Theater Kotsuzumi Drum Performer: Naoyasu Sowa
The art of Noh theater is a complex mixture of dance, drama, music and poetry that was formed in the middle of the 1300's. For reference, Noh started about the same time as the Inca Kingdom and the Ot... read more
Kyoto Style Ramen and Yatai ‘Night Stand’ Culture: Samata Ramen
In addition to having the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one city, Kyoto is a university town. Ten percent of the population of Kyoto are students, so there are a lot of ramen shops in Kyoto. Mos... read more
Experience Processing and Making Your Own Tea at Fukujuen Kobo in Uji
Fukujuen is one of the most famous tea companies in Kyoto and has over 210 years of history. Fukujuen has recently opened a new and interesting 'workshop' (interpretive center) where you can experienc... read more
Izuju: The Best Kyoto Style Sushi in Kyoto
Izuju is located just across the street from the gate of Yasaka Shrine. Izuju is tiny, historic and very, very quaint. The third generation owner, Kitamura-san is very open and friendly and knows a gr... read more
Gion Hararyokaku: Historic Kyoto Shichimi Spice Shop
This Kyoto shinise (historic store or restaurant) is located in Gion, just down the street from the gate of Yasaka Shrine and it is the place to buy high quality traditional Japanese spices such as sh... read more
Sightseeing
Kyoto Used Book Fair at Chion-ji Temple - Autumn
The Autumn Used Book Fair (Aki-no-Furuhon Matsuri) in Kyoto takes place every year at Chio...
Kyoto Daimonji Viewing Party at Hirosawa Pond
Daimonji, or properly, Gozan-no-Okuribi is a very fascinating and unique ceremonial event ...
Dining
The Taste of Real Sake in Kyoto: Sake Bar Asakura (with Fluent English Service)
"Welcome to the world of REAL SAKE!! Have you ever tasted fruity, rich flavored sake, unpa...
Kyoto Best Cheap Eats: Ootoya Teishoku Restaurant (800 yen)
Ootoya Gohan-dokoro is conveniently located in the bustling Sanjo-Kawaramachi neighborhood...
Stores
Kyoto's Ghost Candy Shop
In Japan, summer is the season when people think about the deceased more than any other ti...
Beautifully Frightening: Kyoto Aloha Shirt Marker Pagong's Haunted House PR Coup
Why go to a haunted house in the summer? According to Japanese culture, there is a good re...
Accommodation
Kyoto Accomodation: 'The Screen' Boutique Hotel
The Screen is a bit of an anomaly for ancient Kyoto, but a one of a kind place to stay and...
Experience
Experience Processing and Making Your Own Tea at Fukujuen Kobo in Uji
Fukujuen is one of the most famous tea companies in Kyoto and has over 210 years of histor...
Museum
知られざる賀茂祭りと祇園御霊会ー京における水の信仰をめぐってー
民俗学者で佛教大学教授の八木透先生の講演会に参加しました。題名は「知られざる賀茂祭りと祇園御霊会ー京における水の信仰をめぐってー」です。平安貴族の装束を身にまとった行列で有名な賀茂...
Trying to Open Kyoto: Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts 'Fureaikan'
Today I went to the Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts at Miyakomesse. I was about to say ...
Shokunin
京都北山林業伝統技法「本仕込」研修会 – 尾島組
私は今年も京都北山の中源株式曾社「本仕込」研修会に参加しました。このイベントでは尾島俊明氏の尾島組の「本仕込」作業を見えます。尾島俊明氏は北山の「本仕込」の事を説明した時に私はiP...
Bon Appetit Magazine Photoshoot at Kichisen
Iron Chef defeater Chef Yoshimi Tanigawa, said to carry the future of Kyoto cuisine on his...
Artist
Kyoto Noh Theater Kotsuzumi Drum Performer: Naoyasu Sowa
The art of Noh theater is a complex mixture of dance, drama, music and poetry that was for...
Kyoto 'Biwa Hoshi' Musician: Kyokusei Katayama
Kyokusei Katayama is a master of the traditional Japanese musical instrument called the bi...
Product
Kyoto Kitayama Lumberjack Sushi
To make this sushi, in addition to a kitchen, a woodshop is required! Masakazu Hatadan run...
Kyoto Kitayama Sugi 'Meiboku' Hand Carved Chopsticks
Yesterday I was back up in Kitayama, the North Mountains of Kyoto, working on my new 'lumb...
