Places in this collection
Nishiki Market
shopHigashiuoyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8055, Japan
Food market packed with local snacks and small vendors, perfect for trying local snacks or just wandering
View on Google MapsMaruyama Park
attractionMaruyamacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0071, Japan
Peaceful park near lots of shrines and temples, especially beautiful during cherry blossom season
View on Google MapsOld Mitsui Family Shimogamo Villa
restaurant58-2 Shimogamo Miyakawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0801, Japan
Traditional architecture and way fewer crowds
View on Google MapsFushimi Inari Taisha
attraction68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Famous for its endless red torii gates, go early in the day, it gets busy fast
View on Google MapsChionin Temple
attraction400 Rinkacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan
Often overlooked temple with large grounds to explore
View on Google MapsKamo River
attractionKamo River, Kyoto, Japan
Perfect for a walk, especially in the evening when locals are out sitting along the water
View on Google MapsKyoto Sento Imperial Palace
attractionKyotogyoen, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-0881
Wide open spaces and peaceful paths right in the middle of the city
View on Google MapsSuirokaku Aqueduct
attractionNanzenji Furoyamacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0000, Japan
Hidden gem tucked in the forest with a really unique mix of nature and architecture
View on Google Maps平安神宮神苑
attractionJapan, 〒606-8341 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Okazaki Nishitennocho, 97
Beautiful gardens surrounding the shrine
View on Google Mapsmofusand TOKYO
shop3-chōme-23-6 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Only official store in Tokyo, lots of merch is only found in Japan
View on Google Mapssunrise anime pop-up store
shop1-1 Kanda Hanaokacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0028, Japan
World's first dedicated DBZ store opened in November, lots of figures, clothing and even kitchenware
View on Google MapsWood Works Kawagoe
activityJapan, 〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaichō, 14−3
A workshop where visitors can make their own chopsticks. The staff speaks English, and it's located in Kawagoe, Saitama, about 30 minutes from Tokyo.
View on Google MapsAsakusa Silk Pudding
restaurant1 Chome-4-11 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Matcha Pudding
View on Google MapsKumonocha Cafe
cafe20-13 Sagatenryuji Tsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8384, Japan
View on Google MapsSuzukien Asakusa matcha gelato
shop3-chōme-4-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
The world’s strongest matcha gelato
View on Google MapsGinza Itoya
shop2 Chome-7-15 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
12 Floors of pens, notebooks, paints and all things journaling
View on Google MapsHatoya Asakusa
cafe2-chōme-14-3 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0033, Japan
Matcha Latte with Matcha Ice Cream & Sticky Rice Balls/ Matcha Terrine
View on Google Mapscas:pace 殼空間
shopJapan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 3 Chome−24−3 桑原ビル 1階B
Coolest place to get a phone case in Tokyo, cute souvenir, vending machine design
View on Google MapsGochi2
restaurantJapan, 〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 2 Chome−17−11 地下1階
Sushi restaurant
View on Google MapsTRAINIART TOKYO - Gransta Tokyo Station
shop1 Chome-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
Store for people who love Japanese trains, themed and unique merch
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