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5 Osaka attractions loved by local people. Enjoy outdoor activities before the winter comes!

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Last summer was horribly too hot to go out. However, the cold winter is coming soon if you don’t have any weekend plans. Check out some outdoor spots in Osaka here and find where you want to go this weekend!

  1. Kansai Cycle Sports Center (関西サイクルスポーツセンター)

This park is designed for bikes, so there will be various types of bikes you’ve never seen before. For instance, some fly (!!) when you pedal and some don’t move unless you and your partner pedal simultaneously. When you want to enjoy cycling feeling the fall wind, you have the usual cycling course as well.

They have a rest house and offer even barbecue menus (except winter). So, it is the perfect spot, whether you want an outdoor activity or natural relaxing time.

Price:
800yen / adult
Open:
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends in fall
* Weekdays and other seasons have different open hours
Access:
Cycle Center (サイクルセンター) bus stop via Nankai or Kintetsu Kawachi-Nagano station

  1. GRAVITY RESEARCH (グラヴィティリサーチ)

When you want a more muscular activity, this spot in the center of Umeda, a popular downtown area in Osaka, should be your choice. You can try bouldering here and you don’t need any preparation beforehand. You’ll rent the necessary equipment like the shoes. They offer a lesson for beginners, so the bouldering level is never required.

Don’t you think it’d be fun to enjoy active bouldering and elegant shopping on the same day?

Price:
1500yen / adult (90 min.)
* 2100yen / adult (for one day)
Open:
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Mondays to Saturdays)
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Sundays to holidays)
Access:
10-minute-walk from JR Osaka station

  1. Harvest Hill (ハーベストの丘)

You must say there is nothing you cannot experience here. There are, for instance, animal petting experiences from rabbit to horse riding, crafting and cooking lessons from Japanese pottery to sausages and bread making.

If you want more active things, they have an archery field, golf course, and athletic facilities. When you want to take a rest, you have a restaurant which has a pizza stove or a restaurant which offers veggie menus. Check out their HP anyway and plan your visit!

Price:
900 yen /adult (March to November)
Open:
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Access:
Harvest Hill (ハーベストの丘) bus stop via Nankai Izumigaoka station

  1. Hoshida-enchi Park (ほしだ園地)

This public park is proud of a beautiful panorama and natural scenery. The famous spots are a catenary bridge, a wooden footbridge, and an observation deck. Especially, the bridge is 280m long and 50m in height. It would be thrilling, but you’ll enjoy a great nature panorama which cannot be seen in other places.

This spot must be the best spot in order to be surrounded by the fall.

Price:
Free (some activities are charged)
Open:
24 hours except for Tuesdays and December 29th to January 4th
* Open every day in April, May, October, and November.
* The catenary bridge is available from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Access:
40-minute walking from Keihan Kisai station

  1. Mt. Rokkosan Hiking (六甲山 to 有馬温泉)

If you are interested in long hiking, the route from Kobe to Arima Onsen is recommended. It will be usually around 4.5 hour-trip without any rest. It is a beginner-friendly course, but you need proper shoes because there is a rocky area.

The most attractive point of this hiking is, of course, you’ll heal the tired body with onsen. Arima Onsen is one of the most famous onsen districts in Japan. For example, Kin no Yu offers only onsen bathing.

* In fact, this is not Osaka, but close to the city.

Access:
Start from Hankyu Ashiyagawa station
Kin no Yu Price:
650yen / adult (Kin no Yu)
Kin no Yu Open:
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (last entry 9:30 p.m.)

Meet the fantastical Omihachiman’s scenery. The once-a-year light festival 2018

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©Biwako Visitors Bureau

Omihachiman in Shiga pref. has a once-a-year light festival called the “Hachimanbori festival” (八幡堀まつり). It’d be your first time to be surrounded by beautiful lantern scenery in the historical district. Check out the details here!

Hachimanbori festival, a light festival

This is an annual event which is held so that people find the beauty of the historical Omihachiman area. Around 3000 LEDs and candles light up the town at the festival time. Visitors will enjoy not only the fantastical scenery but also get free entry to the museums there too.

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What is Hachimanbori?

Hachimanbori is the heart of Omihachiman which was a merchants’ town around the 12th century to 19th century. A channel was built so that products could be transported, even on boats.
The old scenery is still remaining today and samurai dramas and films such as Samurai X.

How to enjoy the festival

The night view of Omihachiman ©Biwako Visitors Bureau

The most fun part is walking around the town with lights, but it is also interesting to visit museums too. They show how Japanese merchants lived at that time. There are free concerts and food stalls on the streets, so people of all ages can enjoy.
And one more addition is a night view from a mountain. The panorama of the whole town is much different from the scenery of the town. The hike to the top of the mountain isn’t too tough but you have a ropeway available when you don’t want to climb.

Ropeway info.

Price:
450yen for one way / adult
800yen for RT / adult
Open:
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Omihachiman is proud of Omi-gyu, a kind of Japanese beef. Find a sukiyaki restaurant (search with “すきやき　近江八幡”, “sukiyaki omihachiman”) for your perfect dinner!

Hachimanbori festival 2018 inforamtion

Open:
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on October 13th and 14th
Access:
Osugicho (大杉町) bus stop via JR Omihachiman (近江八幡) station

4 various types of sake museums and factories in Kansai. Japanese sake, beer, wine, whiskey… which do you like the best?

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Try different types of Kirin beer!

If you love alcoholic drinks, how about planning the next weekend as an “alcohol short trip”? This page introduces 4 sake museums and factories of Japanese sake, beer, wine, and whiskey in Kansai. Which is the best for your weekend trip?

  1. Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum (月桂冠大倉記念館)

This museum in Kyoto’s famous sake area opens up the old-style sake brewery. You’ll see how our sake has long been made and they offer three different cups of sake for you in the museum. If you are a sake fan, this is definitely a must-visit spot!

Fee:
400yen
Open:
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Access:
5-minute walk from the Keihan Chushojima station, a 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Momoyama-Goryomae station.

  1. SUNTORY YAMAZAKI DISTILLERY (サントリー山﨑蒸溜所)

We’re sure that many of you love SUNTORY’s whiskey. It is both interesting and tasty to try out the various exhibitions, and there is a special gift shop (for free) and you can taste the whiskey too (for a charge). You’ll also get to watch the real whiskey-making process on the charged tour.

Fee:
1,000 yen for the charged tour
Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
* Reservation is required.
Access:
10-minute walk from JR Yamazaki station or Hankyu Oyamazaki station

  1. Kirin Beer Kobe factory (キリンビール神戸工場)

This is the must-visit spot for all the beer lovers! One of the major Japanese drink companies “Kirin” shows the beer producing process at their own factory. The fun point is you’ll not only watch the procedure but also try various types of Kirin beer too. If you cannot have alcohol, their soft drinks are a good alternative. Why not join this free tour?

Fee:
Free
Open:
9:30 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.
(* The tour starts at the scheduled time. Check the precise time at the HP.)
Access:
20 min. limousine bus trip from JR or Shintetsu Sanda station, 60 min. limousine bus trip from JR, Hankyu or Hanshin Kobe-Sannomiya station.

  1. Tamba Wine (丹波ワイン)

Tamba Wine has a grape farm, winery, and restaurant. You’ll see the farm, try the wine, and buy the wines you like the best. There is a restaurant next to the farm, so it is extremely fun to eat lunch which complements their wine!

Fee:
Free
Open:
Only 11:00~ on weekdays and 11:30~ on weekends and holidays
* Reservation is required.
Access:
15-minute walk from Tanba-Takahara bus stop via JR Sonobe station

Find the Secret and the Method of Making Kyoto’s Otabe. Informative and Enjoyable Open-Factory Spots in Kansai

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Otabe making class

For instance, have you thought “Who in the world invented this wonderful Otabe? And how is it made?” If so, why not visit their factory and watch the creation process!

There are various open-factories in the Kansai area. Check the spots you want to go to in this article. Just remember that some cites need a reservation in advance. For the detail, it is recommended that you have contact with their HP.

1. Otabe (おたべ)

One of the most popular Kyoto souvenir sweets is Otabe. You’ll enter the factory and try making Otabe by yourself there. Not only will you enjoy watching how Otabe is made, but also how they serve the fresh-made Otabe in the factory. How tasty it will be!

Fee:
free (Making Otabe is charged)
Open:
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (recommended to visit by 11:00 a.m.)
Access:
10-minute walk from Kintetsu Jujo station
* Reservation is required for joining the tour.

2. Morino Sample (森野サンプル)

If you have been surprised at the quality of food samples in Japan, this is the best place to watch and experience how they are made. The Morino Sample shows inside the factory and also offers the food sample making class.

Fee:
Bento sample making 1500yen~, Sweets sample making 3000yen
(* Sample making class includes the factory tour.)
Open:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(* Making class starts 10:00 a.m.~, 1:30 p.m.~, 3:45 p.m.~)
Access:
10-minute walk from JR Hirano station

3. Asahi Akashi Factory (アサヒ飲料明石工場)

From tea to beer, everyone in Japan knows this company “Asahi”. You’ll watch how Mitsuya cider, Jurokucha, and WONDA are made at this Akashi factory. You have the chance to try the fresh-made Mitsuya cider, too.

Fee:
free
Open:
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Access:
30-minute walk from Sanyo Higashi-Futami station

4. Marukyu-Koyamaen (丸久小山園)

Marukyu Koyamaen is a green tea manufacture based in Uji, Kyoto for over 300 years. At Makishima Factory, you’ll get the introduction of how Matcha is made and evaluated for sale. Also, enjoy the atmosphere of our tea house, and learn how to prepare Matcha. If you are interested in Matcha and other green teas, this factory should be a must-visit place for you.

Fee:
500yen / adult above 15-year-old
Start time:
10:00 a.m.~, 1:30 p.m.~, 3:00 p.m.~
(Closed on weekends, holidays and busy season)
Access:
About 30-minute walk from Kintetsu Mukaijima station,5 min by taxi.
* Reservation is required 4 days in advance.

5. Kobe lampwork glass museum (KOBE とんぼ玉ミュージアム)

Lampwork is a unique form of glasswork whereby a burner melts the glass to shape.
This museum exhibits many kinds of old and modern lampworks, and it is the only one in the world. You’ll not only see the beautiful and exquisite works, but also enjoy making them with a burner. (Another fee is charged.)

Entrance fee:
400yen / adult
Open:
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Access:
8-minute walk from JR and Hanshin Motomachi station

6. Konpeitou Museum (コンペイトウミュージアム)

Konpeitou is a traditional Japanese sugar snack which came from Portugal in the 16th century. You’ve most likely seen these small stars. This museum shows the production process and how they color and flavor the Konpeitou. Of course, you can take it home, too.

Entrance fee:
1200yen / person (over 2 years old)
Open:
10:00 a.m.~, 2:00 p.m.~
(Not open at weekends.)
Access:
A 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro Yao-Minami station

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For both Tsukemono Lovers and First-Timers. All-You-Can-Eat Tsukemono Restaurants in Kyoto.

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It is not a problem whether you are a tsukemono lover or first timer as long as you’re interested in tsukemono. What we recommend is, for the lover, to eat until you feel fed up with it. For first-timers, not to learn, but to try.

These 3 all-you-can-eat tsukemono restaurants are worth checking. Where do you want to go the best?

1. Akoyachaya (阿古屋茶屋)

When you enter the restaurant, 20 types of tsukemono will attract your eyes. Try every vegetable from a popular cucumber to a unique yam. It is nice that not only the tsukemono, but also rice, okayu rice porridge, miso soup, monaka and teas are included in the all-you-can-eat service.

The location is another merit for your visit. Akoyachaya stands on the center of one of the most popular sightseeing areas in Kyoto. There are many cites like Kiyomizudera temple, Yasaka Shrine and Kodaiji temple. So, check this restaurant for your brunch, lunch or break.

Price:
1,450yen / adult
Open:
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Access:
5-minute walk from Kiyomizu-michi bus station

2. Shibatsune (柴常)

Shibatsune was originally an old tsukemono shop which was established about 90 years ago. You’ll enjoy various kinds of “professional” tsukemono there.

Another feature of this restaurant is that they serve Japanese beef and dried fish when you pay more. So, it’s not a problem even if your friend is not interested in tsukemono. Enjoy the simple Japanese meal!

The location is also convenient. It is near Nijo castle, which is one of the must-visit place in Kyoto. This Shibatsune is recommended after the sightseeing of Nijo castle.

Price:
1,000yen for Rice set (other menus available)
Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Access:
Right over from Horikawa-shimochoja bus stop

3. Huudo-Shokuhin Gion-Nishi restaurant (風土食品　祇園西店)

This is one of the shops owned by “Nishiri”, a tsukemono master. Actually, there is a tsukemono gift shop near this restaurant. You’ll have the Kyoto brand’s tea and miso soup with Nishiri’s high-quality tsukemono. It is fun to select your rice bowl, first.

Tsukemono, rice, rice porridge, and the tea are an all-you-can-eat service. It is a cozy small space with just 10 tables, so you’ll have a relaxing tsukemono moment.

This restaurant stands at Gion, a geisha district which is the center of the Kyoto sightseeing area. When you travel to Kyoto, you cannot miss this Huudo-Shokuhin.

Price:
1500yen / adult (80min.)
Open:
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Access:
A few-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo station


Basic Tsukemono Words

EnglishKanjiHiraganaKatakanaRomaji
Aubergine茄子なすナスNasu
Cucumber胡瓜きゅうりキュウリKyuuri
Japanese spinach小松菜こまつなコマツナKomatsuna
Japanese radish大根だいこんダイコンDaikon
Napa白菜はくさいハクサイHakusai
Paprika–ぱぷりかパプリカPapurika
Pickled ume梅干うめぼしウメボシUmeboshi
Pickled radish沢庵たくあんタクアンTakuan
Yam長芋ながいもナガイモNagaimo

Do you have any tsukemono recommendations for your friend and the first-timer? Please share your favorite one at the comment below!

Do you know the three ways to maximize your Abeno Harukas experience in Osaka?

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Do you think Abeno Harukas is just the tallest building in Japan, which offers the most beautiful panorama of Osaka? Actually, there are many ways to maximize your Abeno Harukas experience which others don’t know yet. Some activities are available only by the end of October. Don’t miss out on your best Abeno Harukas experience!

Clear the misunderstanding, before the main topic

Abeno Harukas is not only the observation deck; it’s a big commercial building, consistsing of a department store, restaurants, a museum, a hotel, offices, and the observation deck area called “Haruka 300”. This page tells you how to maximize Harukas 300’s dynamic panorama much more than usual.

  1. Edge the Harukas (エッジザハルカス)

This could be one of the most thrilling activities you’ve ever tried. You’ll walk on the deck which is 60cm width and 20m length on top of the building which is 300m. You have a safety rope, but it looks like you are falling from the building! If you are an ultimate heights lover, give this a try!

Price:
1000yen / adult
Schedule:
10：00～12：00
13：00～17：00
18：00～21：00
How to join:
Apply at the application counter at 60F of Harukas 300 with your ID card.
* Reservation is not available.

  1. Heliport tour (ヘリポートツアー)

Perhaps “Edge the Harukas” is too extreme. Harukas 300 has a more moderate, but beautiful activity. That is the “Heliport tour”. You’ll be on the heliport which is 300m high and see the 360-degree panorama! Don’t worry. It doesn’t require any safety ropes! Just a breathtaking moment of Osaka view is waiting for your visit.

Price:
500yen (entrance fee is additionally necessary)
Schedule:
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
How to join:
Apply at the information counter at 60F of Abeno Harukas.
* Reservation is not available.

  1. Beer 300 (ビア300)

This is a beer garden where you’ll enjoy both a panoramic view and barbeque foods. Have you held a barbeque party at 58F above? Say “kampai” with your friends as you cheer! Delicious meats, alcohols, and a fantastic night view would be the perfect combination for the end of the day.

Price:
5800yen / adult
(120-minute BBQ with 90-minute all-you-can-drink; including the observation deck entrance)
* They have other menus. Check out the HP for more detail.
Schedule:
April 28th, 2018 to October 28th, 2018
3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekdays
11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays
How to join:
Web reservation is available for more than 4 people.

Enjoy Abeno Harukas to the last minute

When you need something, the department store in Abeno Harukas helps with your shopping. When you get hungry, various types of restaurants and cafés are waiting for your break. And the museum holds special exhibitions frequently. Have a nice day at not only Harukas 300, but the whole of Abeno Harukas!



Harukas 300, the observation deck area’s basic information

Price:
1500yen (entrance fee)
Open:
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Access:
A few-minute walk from Subway or JR Tennoji station
Official HP:
https://www.abenoharukas-300.jp/observatory/
Web reservation:
http://harukas300.pia.jp/

Get the Best Fall’s Harvest! Tasty and Healthy Fruit Picking Spots in Kansai

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This page shows several fruit picking spots in the Kansai area. Fall has lots of tasty attractions like sweet potatoes, grapes, and oranges. Whether you have tried fruit picking or not, don’t miss this excitement.

* Bear in mind that you need extra fees for fruits picking in addition to the entrance fee. The price depends on the products.

1. Nodokamura (のどか村)

What to pick:
Sweet potatoes Shiitake mushrooms, Mandarin oranges, Chestnuts, Grapes

Open:
9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (March – November)

Entrance Fee:
600yen / adult

Access:
5-minute limousine bus trip from Shigisan bus stop via JR Tennoji station

2. Midori Nouen (みどり農園)

What to pick:
Grapes, Chestnuts, Mushrooms, Japanese persimmons, Mandarin oranges, Sweet potatoes

Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays

Entrance Fee:
free

Access:
15-minute walk from JR Yamashiro-Taga station

3. Nanrakuen (南楽園)

What to pick:
Grapes, Chestnuts, Sweet potatoes, Pears, Mandarin oranges

Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Entrance Fee:
300yen / adult

Access:
10-minute walk from Bessho-Minami bus stop via Senhoku Toga-Mikita station

4. Nakamasaen (中政園)

What to pick:
Chestnut, Sweet potatoes, Shiitake mushrooms

Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Entrance Fee:
free

Access:
10-minute walk from Shimotodoromi bus stop via Hankyu Ikeda station

5. Yamabikoen (やまびこ園)

What to pick:
Chestnut, Sweet potatoes, Mandarin oranges

Open:
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Entrance Fee:
free

Access:
A few-minute limousine bus trip from Gama bus stop via Kintetsu Tondabayashi station

6. Makino Picland (マキノピックランド)

What to pick:
Chestnut, Sweet potatoes, Apples

Entrance Fee:
free

Access:
Right near Makino Picland bus stop via JR Makino station

7. Awaji Island Fruit Farm (淡路島フルーツ農園)

What to pick:
Grapes, Blueberries, Sweet potatoes, Mandarin oranges

Entrance Fee:
free

Access: 20-minute walk from Tsuna-Ichinomiya IC via JR Maiko station

8. Savor Farm (富田林サバーファーム)

What to pick:
Grapes, Mandarin oranges, Sweet potatoes, and many other vegetables

Entrance Fee:
700yen

Access:
20-minute limousine bus trip from Kintetsu Tondabayashi station or a 40-minute limousine bus trip from Nankai Kongou station

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* Bear in mind that you may not get a fluent English-speaking guide at these spots.

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Your Name Makes an Urushi more Beautiful and Special.

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Urushi, Japanese lacquer is proud of its unique beauty among Japanese traditional products. It is often used at a celebrating occasion like an anniversary or a wedding, or maybe you’ll see it when staying at a ryokan.

If you are a big fan of urushi and want to buy it, check out how to make your own urushi products much more special first! The way is…

Insert your name into urushi

We introduce “Yamada-Heiando”, an urushi shop established in 1919. Yamada-Heiando’s online shop has various kinds of urushi items and your name can be inserted in almost all of the items. From kanji to hiragana, katakana and the Latin alphabet, choose the best characters for you.

Your urushi becomes much more attractive by just adding your name, right? When your urushi dish has your name, you like it much more. When your urushi tray has your name, you feel like showing it to your friends.

What urushi products are popular?

There are lots of urushi items in the online shop, but especially dishes, accessory cases, and painting-dishes are the most popular ones. They are used for dinner, to put your favorite accessories on, and to display a cool picture, so your life should be even more fun.

There are also other portable items like the stationery and smartphone cases they have. Check the official HP (unfortunately, no English page) and share which you like the best!

Not only for you, but also for your parents and friends

Did you imagine life with your own urushi items? It’s also nice to present urushi to your parents, partner, or friends. They don’t look so affordable, but the made-in-Japan items’ quality is guaranteed. “Pair urushi items” sounds cool, right? (Don’t forget to insert his/her name!) For more details, check the HP.

More reasonable your name product

If you cannot afford to buy urushi, how about hanko? This service makes your kanji name for free when you buy your hanko. Check the hanko, too!

The Best Place to Visit before Starting Your Kyoto Sightseeing

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The daytime panorama from the observation deck.

We understand you cannot wait to rush to Kyoto’s sightseeing spot, but what do you think about the idea, which says “check out the whole Kyoto city first and enjoy the panorama!”

Today’s spot Seiryuden is the very best place to make your Kyoto trip much better.

A breathtaking view after 50 minutes of hiking

Seiryuden has one of the best Kyoto panoramas. From the observation deck, you’ll see the whole of Kyoto city. Despite the fantastic view, you need just about 50 minutes of casual hiking from Syorenin temple to get there.

If you don’t like walking, get on the buses which run every weekend and every day in November. Alternatively, you could get a taxi. Check the bus stops on the map at the bottom of this page.

Anyway, it is a good idea to see the whole of Kyoto city before starting your Kyoto sightseeing, isn’t it?

Other attractions of Seiryuden

Seiryuden is proud of not only the Kyoto panorama, but also the “Aofudo” picture, the national treasure and an old mound called “Shogun-zuka” built by an emperor around 1200 years ago.

It is said that the “Aofudo”, one of the best Buddhism pictures, was painted in the 11th century. You’ll be overwhelmed by the 203cm height and 149cm width of the picture.

“Shogun-zuka” is regarded as a trigger of the ancient capital of Kyoto. It is said that Emperor Kanmu decided to move the capital from Nara to Kyoto at the mound’s place in 794.

Illumination in spring and fall

Seiryuden holds an illumination event in spring and fall from the sunset time. You simply cannot miss the utmost combination of Kyoto’s night view and cherry blossoms or fall leaves!

What do you think about Seiryuden’s dynamic panorama?
If you are a Japanese garden lover, Shorenin should be your destination.

Basic info.

Address: 京都府京都市山科区厨子奥花鳥町28
Open: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Entrance fee:500yen/ adult
Official HP:
http://www.shogunzuka.com/

Shorenin, a Perfect Japanese Garden with Perfect Location

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The relaxing inside space.

Do you like Japanese gardens? Toady’s spot, Shorenin, is one of the popular Japanese gardens in Kyoto. Check this page and add the Shorenin to your travel plan!

* If you are a panorama lover, check out Seiryuden.

Shorenin’s perfect Japanese atmosphere

Shorenin temple is proud of its Japanese garden. From inside and outside, people enjoy different sceneries of the same garden.
On the inside, you’ll enjoy not only the scenery but also the tatami space there. Shorenin has a huge site and about half is covered by Japanese buildings. There are tatami spaces, paintings, and shoji screens. Visitors love the perfectly Japanese atmosphere.

Special illumination in spring and fall

If you want the unordinary garden experience, visiting the illumination in spring or fall is the best choice for you. The collaboration of pink cherry blossoms or fall leaves and a special lighting are the must-see event in Kyoto.

By the way, Koshin, a priest of Shorenin temple likes the beginning of summer season like May. Which season do you want to visit the best?

One of the attractions of Shorenin is the good access. Located in the central Kyoto city, near Heian Shrine and Yasaka Shrine, it is less than 10-minute walk from Subway Higashiyama station.

Classic Japanese pottery shop nearby

There is Imai Seifu-dou, a classic Japanese pottery shop near Syorenin. You’ll find anything you like from dolls to pots and swords (!!). There’re so many items displayed that even the owner doesn’t know the exact number of items at the shop. How about enjoying the small, but deep Japanese pottery world here?

What do you think about Shorenin’s relaxing atmosphere?
If you are a panorama lover, Seiryuden should be your destination.

Basic info.

Address: 京都市東山区粟田口三条坊町
Open: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Entrance fee: 500yen / adult
Official HP:
http://www.shorenin.com/english/index.html

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