Tokyo is a city like no other. It’s full of life 24/7, full of modern and old architecture and anything your heart desires.
Category: Japan
Gotokuji temple – the birthplace of maneki-neko (+VIDEO)
The Gotokuji temple is said to be the birthplace of the maneki-neko!
Kyoto Food
Kyoto was our stop after more than a week in Tokyo. We were struck by a city that was way calmer, smaller and lower buildings. Still lively but not as big and lour as Tokyo. It had some much needed calmness. But that does not mean out culinary adventure stopped. Have a look at the… Continue reading Kyoto Food
Kyoto Travel guide (part II)
Welcome to the second part of my Kyoto Travel guide! As you remember from the first part, Kyoto is the former capital of Japan, rich in temples, museums and great food. We spent 3 days and we saw 5 temples and shrines – and not all the ones that we wanted to visit! It’s a… Continue reading Kyoto Travel guide (part II)
Kyoto Travel Guide (part I)
We have spent 3 days in Kyoto, and compared to Tokyo, it was smaller, quieter and less crowded. It was like a break from the hustle & bustle of Tokyo. What we did there was, besides of eating great food, was visiting a lot of temples and museum. It is true that most were close… Continue reading Kyoto Travel Guide (part I)