Beyond the mega-popular Kyoto, there is a slice of authentic Japan not many people know about. I explored the fishing villages of Irie and Ine, tourist spots like Amanohashidate learning that people believe it's where the stairway to heaven fell on earth...
Beyond the mega-popular Kyoto, there is a slice of authentic Japan not many people know about. I explored the fishing villages of Irie and Ine, tourist spots like Amanohashidate learning that people...
In 2016, John Einarsen started shooting the unassuming, everyday architecture of the city he calls home, for Kyoto Journal's Instagram page. Yes, you remember that Bored Panda post from last year? Well, as it turns out, the project is still not...
In 2016, John Einarsen started shooting the unassuming, everyday architecture of the city he calls home, for Kyoto Journal's Instagram page. Yes, you remember that Bored Panda post from last year?...
Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan, may be well known for its grand old temples and stately imperial villas, but one long-time resident decided to shine the spotlight on the beauty of the city's more humble architecture. About a year ago, photographer...
Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan, may be well known for its grand old temples and stately imperial villas, but one long-time resident decided to shine the spotlight on the beauty...
Tengu are supernatural creatures that appear in Japanese folklore, and this one looks really mad. And it should be! A rare snowfall in Kyoto broke his nose. However, the Japanese didn't want to anger this demon (Buddhism long held that the...
Tengu are supernatural creatures that appear in Japanese folklore, and this one looks really mad. And it should be! A rare snowfall in Kyoto broke his nose. However, the Japanese didn't...
Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over a millennium, and has the reputation as its most beautiful city. However, recent events have made the city bloom in a rare color. Kyoto has been experiencing the coldest days this winter with...
Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over a millennium, and has the reputation as its most beautiful city. However, recent events have made the city bloom in a rare color....
If you've ever visited Japan then you'll know how amazing it is. And if you've never been before then what are you waiting for?! Whether you're into food, history, religion or scenery, few countries can offer a travel experience quite like...
If you've ever visited Japan then you'll know how amazing it is. And if you've never been before then what are you waiting for?! Whether you're into food, history, religion or...
My name is Takashi Yasui, I'm 35 years old, and live in Osaka, Japan. Basically, I take photos in Kyoto so I call myself a “Kyoto Photographer.” About five years ago, when my niece was born, I started taking family...
My name is Takashi Yasui, I'm 35 years old, and live in Osaka, Japan. Basically, I take photos in Kyoto so I call myself a “Kyoto Photographer.” About five years...
Like many people, one of my childhood dreams was to visit and explore Japan. That's why this year I decided to take my backpack, my DSLR, and go wonder in the streets of this beautiful country. As expect, Japan is the country...
Like many people, one of my childhood dreams was to visit and explore Japan. That's why this year I decided to take my backpack, my DSLR, and go wonder in the...
Japanese character "Kanji" "休" can be interpreted as a person snuggling tree. 亻means person, 木 is for a tree. If you add them together (亻+木=休), you get a word "rest".
Japanese character "Kanji" "休" can be interpreted as a person snuggling tree. 亻means person, 木 is for a tree. If you add them together (亻+木=休), you get a word "rest".
