In our two trips to Kyoto, we have now stayed in 3 different hotels – and each of them has their pros and cons. I will go through the hotel comparison soon, but for now, let me show you my favourite hotel in Kyoto thus far… Hotel Anteroom. If you are looking for an affordable accommodation that is more than just a bed to sleep on, come and hang out at Hotel Anteroom. I highly …
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{Japan Winter} Kyoto (Part 8): Hipster art gallery hotel Anteroom & recommended hotels
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{Japan Winter} Kyoto (Part 7): Savouring the many food & desserts of Kyoto
I’ve talked a lot about Kyoto’s beautiful temples and serene walking routes, but not too much about food (apart from the Kyoto Ninja & Nishiki Market post)… So I think it’s about time we concentrate on the food and desserts that make Kyoto even more alluring… A taste of Gion Gion is one of the most popular areas in Kyoto, Japan. And I totally get why… The main roads are filled with shops and bright …
{Japan Winter} Kyoto (Part 6): Food crawling like a Ninja around Nishiki Market
Kyoto is beautiful. Almost everyone can vouch for that. But did you know that Kyoto has some of the yummiest food in Japan? We didn’t even get to experience many of them. In fact, there were plenty of Michelin star restaurants that I wish we could try, but due to time and money constraints, I’d say: there’s always a next time! ;) What we did get to experience though… Ninja Kyoto Introducing the Ninja Kyoto Restaurant. It’s not …
{Japan Winter} Kyoto (Part 5): Festival of lights at Arashiyama Hanatouro
Did you know that twice a year, Kyoto lights up with super gorgeous illuminations? It’s called Hanatouro and it’s spectacular. Hanatouro is held in March at Higashiyama area and in December at Arashiyama. I’m privileged enough to have been to both now (humble brag, mm hmm), so do read up on the Higashiyama Hanatouro if you want. After our walk along the quieter side of Arashiyama, we began our journey of enlightenment (well, you know, searching for …