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The Sensory Side of Kyoto: Sounds, Scents, and the Rhythm of the City

the sensory side of kyoto sounds scents and the rhythm of the city

Kyoto is often described through images—temples framed by blossoms, lantern-lit streets, carefully composed gardens. Yet for those who spend time here, the city reveals itself just as powerfully through the senses that photographs cannot capture. Sound, scent, and rhythm shape daily life in Kyoto. They …

Kyoto Beyond the City Center: Rural Landscapes and Forgotten Routes

kyoto beyond the city center rural landscapes and forgotten routes

For many travelers, Kyoto exists within a compact mental map: temples clustered in the east, traditional streets near the center, and a handful of well-known neighborhoods. Yet beyond this familiar core lies another Kyoto—one defined by forests, farmland, and small communities where the pace of …

Kyoto Between the Seasons: Quiet Moments Most Travelers Miss

kyoto between the seasons quiet moments most travelers miss

Kyoto is often defined by two spectacular moments: spring, when cherry blossoms briefly turn the city pink, and autumn, when maple leaves ignite temples and mountainsides in red. These seasons dominate travel imagery—and understandably so. Yet between these highlights lies a quieter, more intimate Kyoto. …

Beyond Temples: Discovering Kyoto Through Its Everyday Neighborhoods

beyond tenples discovering kyoto through its everyday neighborhoods

When people think of Kyoto, a familiar set of images often comes to mind: vermilion torii gates, moss-covered temple gardens, and streets lined with wooden townhouses frozen in time. These places are undeniably beautiful—but they are also the Kyoto most visitors already know. Yet beyond …

Where Spring Turns Pink: 10 Cherry Blossom Destinations in Kansai

where spring turns pink 10 cherry blossom destinations in kansai

Spring in Kansai is a season defined by cherry blossoms. As soft pink petals begin to bloom, temples, castles, riversides, and mountain villages across western Japan transform into some of the country’s most poetic landscapes. Compared to Tokyo, Kansai offers a wider variety of sakura …

Why Shiga Is One of Japan’s Most Livable Prefectures

why shiga is one of japan's most livable prefectures

Shiga Prefecture rarely appears at the top of travel rankings, yet it consistently ranks high in quality-of-life surveys within Japan. This contrast reveals something essential about the region: Shiga is not built to impress at first glance, but to support everyday living in a sustainable …

Inside a Sericulture Household: Daily Life, Techniques, and Seasonal Rhythms in Gunma

inside a sericulture household daily life techniques and seasonal rhythms in gunma

In the first article of this series, we explored how Gunma Prefecture became the historical heart of Japan’s sericulture culture. In this second installment, we move closer—inside the farmhouse, into the rearing rooms, and alongside the people whose daily lives revolved around the fragile yet …

Thrilling Experience and Spectacular Views! Taipei 101 Observatory Skyline 460

Thrilling Experience and Spectacular Views! Taipei 101 Observatory Skyline 460

Have you ever experienced a skywalk at 460 meters above the ground?Now, the top of Taipei 101 is offering visitors an exhilarating opportunity to walk above the clouds! Unlike the traditional 89th-floor observatory, Skyline 460 features a 360° outdoor viewing platform at Taiwan’s highest point, …

Announcement: Launch of a Joint Japan–Taiwan Travel Project for English-Speaking Travelers

Announcement: Launch of a Joint Japan–Taiwan Travel Project for English-Speaking Travelers

“Taiwan Sanpo” × “Jatravi” AIR PLANNING Co., Ltd. (Head Office: 2F BIZMARKS Kojimachi, 1-3-6 Hirakawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) is pleased to announce the launch of a new joint travel project with Asia Tourist Co., Ltd. (Head Office: 6F Wisem Building, 3-3-8 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo), a company …