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Where To Stay In Tokyo

A complete guide to all the different districts around Tokyo to help you make the best decision about where to stay for your visit.

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Catching A Shinkansen From Tokyo To Kyoto

A complete guide and helpful tips for anyone catching a bullet train, including the Nozomi Shinkansen, between Tokyo and Kyoto.

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Visiting Kinkaku-ji, The Golden Pavilion

Kinkaku-ji 金閣寺 the Golden Pavilion. Kinkaku-ji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto, whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

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Lunch On a Waterfall in Kibune

For a completely unique experience in the forest of Kyoto in Japan, how about a traditional lunch on a waterfall in Kibune!

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Making Friends At Iwatayama Monkey Park

Hike to the top of Mount Arashiyama to visit Iwatayama, the insane open monkey park at the top of the mountain that offers beautiful views of Kyoto.

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Exploring Arashiyama & The Oi River

A quick insight into the hilly town of Arashiayama and the stunningly beautiful Oi River, one of the most beautiful towns just 30 minutes out of Kyoto.

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Wandering Around Arashiyama’s Bamboo Grove

One of the most beautiful and photographed places in Japan has to be the epic bamboo grove in Arashiyama, just a short way out of Kyoto.

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A Guide To Understanding Japanese Temples

A visitors guide to understanding Japanese temples and the significance behind the different statues, buildings and features you might see at any temple.

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A Guide To Fushimi Inari-Taisha Temple

Wandering around the grounds of the sacred Fushimi Inari-Taisha temple in Kyoto. Everything you need to know about this beautiful temple.

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An Essential Guide To Kyoto

An essential guide of everything you need to know when visiting Kyoto, Japan – including when to go, what to do, the best places to stay and can’t miss experiences.

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How To Navigate The Tokyo Subway

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This might just be the most efficient train system in the world! Here’s everything you need to know about getting around Tokyo on the subway.

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The Ultimate Views From The Tokyo Tower

If you’re looking for the best views over Tokyo you can’t go past Tokyo Tower – taller than the Eiffel Tower and with views over the whole city!

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