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Travel Diary Kyoto (Japan) #5: Kiyomizu-dera, Hokanji, Ishibei-koji, Gion district
Today, we return to Kyoto with the intention of visiting the two famous temples that we didn’t have time to visit last time: Kiyomizu-dera and Higashiyama Jisho-ji But very tired from the intensive visits of the last few days and accompanied by a little cold, we only get up at 10am Part 1: Travel Diary Part 2: Practical Tips Part 1: Travel Diary Here we are, we are never very proud when we only leave the apartment at 11 am when the initial project is to take the train to Kyoto at 9:30 am Rhalala… for the trouble, we propose to three digital nomads met virtually on Facebook, to be…
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A day in Nara (Japan): Tōdai-ji, Isuien Neiraku Museum, Yoshikien Garden, Kasuga-taisha shrine, mochis and deer from Nara Park
Nara is known for its large park and thousands of deer in total freedom. At first I just wanted to go there to see the deer, and then I was told that it couldn’t be a goal in itself because I would die of boredom. Finally, we spent a great day in the company of two French digital nomads Part 1: Travel Diary Part 2: Practical Tips Part 1: Travel Diary We meet in front of an okonomiyaki restaurant, nicknamed “Japanese pizza”, but with a lot of mayonnaise and barbecue sauce. Our first try in Osaka was a total failure, so we can’t wait to test this new restaurant, hoping…
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Travel Notebook Osaka (Japan) #5: One night in a Ryokan – Fudouguchikan Ryokan in Osaka
Sleeping in a ryokan is one of the top experiences to do in Japan. After intensive research, we decided to spend a day and a night in a ryokan near Osaka. Part 1: Travel Diary Part 2: Practical Tips Part 1: Travel Diary The ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. Before, it was mostly frequented by the aristocracy, but nowadays, ryokans can be compared to spas with accommodation. Some ryokans have onsens inside, others do not. But the common point is its superb location/environment (often in the nature), impeccable service (with dinner usually served in the room). We chose a ryokan with onsen. Note: most ryokans are very badly rated…
