Kyoto City Archives | Kansai Odyssey

Kyoto, known for its exquisite wagashi (traditional Japanese confectioneries), offers a variety of seasonal sweets. Despite the high humidity in

Fujinomori Shrine: Horses, Victory, and Hydrangea

Located in the southern region of Kyoto, near Fushimi, is Fujinomori Shrine. This ancient shrine is believed to have the

It seems that Kyoto has more temples in it than any other city in Japan. So many in fact that

Near the Kamogawa River, the candy store Minatoya boasts being Kyoto’s oldest candy store, having opened in 1599. They only

There are many places in Kyoto where you can enjoy gorgeous cherry blossoms. While some of the most iconic places

On the outskirts of Kyoto City in the Yamashina district is Bishamon-do Temple. This little temple remains quiet most of

If you come to Kyoto in the fall, you will likely be on the hunt for a place where you

To the north of Kyoto City lies the wild Keihoku area. Many visitors to Kyoto are likely unfamiliar with this