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Are you going to visit Hikone Castle soon? Don’t forget to stop by the Yume Kyobashi Castle Road (夢京橋 キャッスル口一ド), which continues for 350 meters from the castle’s Kyōbashi Bridge. Traditional houses with white walls and black windows lining the sides of the road will almost make you feel like you have slipped back in […]
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If you find Kyoto and Osaka too crowded and touristy, consider visiting Shiga Prefecture when you land in Kansai next time! The less-visited prefecture is home to Japan’s largest lake, Biwako Lake. The attractions around the Lake Biwa thus offer its visitors some magnificent “ocean view”. Located next to Kyoto, Shiga Prefecture houses countless astonishing
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Although famed for the beautiful cherry blossom scenery, many places in Shiga Prefecture are worth visiting in autumn. So, if you find yourself at a loose end during fall in Shiga, head down to these spots to experience the astonishing natural wonder of these secret places!
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If your travel dates to Japan are slightly before the cherry blossom season, don’t be disappointed that you will miss out on the splendid scenery the light pink flowers create. You might be just in time to catch the plum blossoms! In Osaka, there are a couple of spots where you can adore the small
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Shiga Prefecture, next to Kyoto, is underrated. While it is in the rural part of the Kansai region, we are sure that you will be amazed by the tourist spots in Shiga once you get to know them. Although not as many as Kyoto, Shiga Prefecture also has a couple of plum blossom spots where
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We all know one of the must-dos when visiting Osaka is eating. The mouthwatering food is one of the prefecture’s biggest selling points. However, finding a spot to enjoy vegan or vegetarian food might sound difficult, as Osaka is famous for its Takoyaki (octopus balls). While finding a vegan and/or vegetarian restaurant in Osaka might
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Mt. Hiei or Hieizan (比叡山), a mountain lying on the border between Kyoto and Shiga Prefectures, is considered one of the Three Holiest Places in Japan together with Kōyasan (高野山) and Mt. Osore (恐山). The worship halls and pagodas of the World Heritage Enryakuji Temple (延暦寺) are scattered throughout the mountain. The temple, which is
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Kinosaki Onsen (城崎温泉) in northern Hyōgo Prefecture has become more and more popular among tourists both locally and overseas. Not only does the hot spring town have Michelin’s two-star rated scenery, but it is also filled with historical and cultural charms. But because the region is famous for Tajima beef, it might be difficult to find
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Ready to find your “winning luck” in Japan? Venture beyond the buzz of Osaka’s city center to the serene, forested hills of Minoh City and discover Katsuo-ji Temple (勝尾寺), famously known as the Temple of Victory or the Daruma Temple in Osaka. This extraordinary 1,300-year-old site has a powerful history of granting success to everyone
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The charming, historic streets of Gion, Kyoto are famous for geisha and traditional architecture, but they also host an unexpectedly rich culinary scene for plant-based eaters. Whether you are a devoted vegan traveler or a curious vegetarian looking to experience authentic Japanese flavours without meat, this guide unveils the best Kyoto vegetarian restaurants offering delicious,
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