Quick Answer: Dining in Kyoto with Kids at a Glance Traveling to Kyoto with young children is a magical experience, but finding the right place to eat can quickly become stressful. Many traditional Kyoto restaurants are small, quiet, and lack English menus or high chairs. If you have a tired toddler or a picky eater, … Read more
Kyoto’s Gion district is world-famous as the heart of Japan’s geisha (known locally as geiko) and maiko (apprentice geisha) culture. However, wandering through its historic streets is no longer as simple as it used to be. With the recent enforcement of strict local rules—including a ban on tourists entering private alleys and strict no-photography zones—exploring … Read more
Many travelers are surprised to find that most temples and shrines in Kyoto close around 5:00 PM. If you are wondering how to spend your evening after dinner, don’t worry—the city certainly does not go to sleep. Kyoto at night transforms into a beautifully illuminated, atmospheric city that offers a completely different vibe from the … Read more