I'm a student in Kyoto who wants to work as a volunteer (cleaning, charity, helping at a camp....), it doesn't necessarily have to be paid but I don't know where I can look for offers, are there any good websites?
Hi! I’ve been reading some posts about this but I think many of them are not recent and they mention shipping to the US has become kinda difficult because of the tariff issues, is this still the case?
What’s the best way to ship to the US? Small packages mostly but I’d like to know how much it’d be on average and how long it’d take…
Thank you!
Was wondering if anyone knew where to find these cookies in Kyoto? Been checking everywhere.
Voces en la Mesa near Nijo station, a block north of the Sanjo shotengai.
NB: I have no connection to this restaurant or the owner; I just love good Mexican food. I lived in California for 35 years before moving to Kyoto, and I've missed Mexican food dearly. So I was absolutely thrilled to discover this place!
It’s not just good Mexican food by Japanese standards; it’s some of the best I’ve had anywhere, including Mexico itself. Don’t expect big greasy plates loaded with cheese and beans though; this is much more refined.
First, this guy’s tacos are OFF THE HOOK delicious. Homemade tortillas with delectable fillings that explode with perfectly balanced flavors. The salsas are equally outstanding. The salsa verde has a wonderfully spicy kick you rarely find in Japan, and the pico de gallo is super fresh and tangy.
Second, the interior is beautifully done. He’s kept the charm of a traditional Kyoto space while decorating it with just the right colors, knick-knacks, and touches that make it feel genuinely Mexican. It’s kind of amazing, actually.
Finally, it’s not on the menu, but I have to tell you: He makes an outstanding margarita.
I’ll be back, many times, I’m sure. I can’t wait to try the mole enchiladas!
So usually I do not answer the intercom unless I am expecting a parcel or something like that, but for some reason today I ended up doing so. The guy at the other end said he was a representative from au hikari, and that he would be in charge of my apartment building for any internet related issues and things like that. I open up the door and he comes up to explain who he is. However, he then starts asking some personal questions when I step out and he realises I am not Japanese (where I'm from, what I'm doing, how long I've been here, whether I know the other tenants). At the end when he leaves, he asks how old I am and when I tell him, he says he's the same age, and he finishes by saying that since he's from Osaka and comes to Kyoto often for work, if I ever need to know hangout spots I can ask him.
I know I'm the idiot for having responded in the first place, but I was wondering how much of this is standard procedure? The personal questions felt a bit unprofessional to me, and I'm a bit worried for my safety as a woman. I was thinking of calling the management company and asking them as well, but is that overkill?
As in title, where are the best spots for viewing the 大文字?
Ideally, something not too far from central Kyoto. One person recommended the Imperial Garden area, for example.
Which ~5mi part of the trail is most scenic for forests. Looking for a moderate, 3-4hr hike I'm seeing quite a bit of urban hiking on parts of the trail that I think I'd prefer to avoid. Thank you in advance.
I was there earlier this year and was mesmerized by this singer’s voice. I wish I would have asked him then, but dropped the ball. I should have taken a video, but thankfully someone else posted a video of him on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/shorts/IOvtKBsgawE?is=nd-nFxvhR7mpSDMq
Could someone please help me find this guy?
If you’re raising a child in Kyoto and trying to figure out how hoikuen works, we’re holding a small parenting class in English about the Japanese daycare system.
We’ll go through the basics and there’ll be time to ask questions too.
All the details are on the flyer or from the link below
https://kyotoparentingclass.hp.peraichi.com
Hope this helps some international families in Kyoto!
I was in Kyoto recently, and a taxi driver told me that the extreme summer heat has noticeably reduced the number of tourists lately.
I actually noticed it myself.
I was showing friends live in Japan but are originally from overseas around Kyoto, and we decided to visit Kamishichiken, one of Kyoto's old geisha districts.
We ended up at a summer-only beer garden where you can have drinks and food while maiko visit the tables and talk with guests.
What surprised me was how few international tourists there were.
There were tourists around, but the place still felt surprisingly local.
Not because I don't want tourists here. Quite the opposite. Some of my favorite memories recently have come from meeting travelers from different countries.
But I also think there's something special about places that haven't become completely shaped around tourism.
There's a strange paradox to tourism:
People travel across the world looking for a local atmosphere, but when too many people come looking for it, that atmosphere can disappear.
I don't have a good answer to this.
Maybe that's just the price of globalization. Or maybe there's a way to welcome visitors from around the world while still keeping local places local.
What do you think? Have you ever visited somewhere that you loved partly because it hadn't become too touristy yet?
My hair fall has increased so much. Using products and haven't seen that much growth. Anyone knows a dermatologist that has been actually *effective* towards hair growth/ hair fall prevention? (From experienced people) Thank you so much!
Hello,
Some friends are moving to Kyoto for 3 months (lucky them!).
We would like to get them a restaurant gift voucher for about AUD $200 = ¥20,000.
Any recommendations for places that I can buy online and print off the voucher and give to them before the leave next weekend?
They are into all types of food. But a Michelin star would be good.
Thanks for your recommendation.
Anyone around shijou, sanjou kawaramachi up for having a drink?
Looking for beginner classes, would be great around Kita-ku, but I can come anywhere. Japanese OK, if they are OK with my beginner skills:)