Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Kyoto’s specialty coffee scene has evolved in the past several years. Traditionally Kyoto is full of traditional tea houses, serving bitter yet rich matcha (green tea). As an extension, the coffee scene has developed in Kissaten or Kissa (tea shops) that serve tea and coffee along with light meals. Many of・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Walking around Kyoto, you will come across charming looking cafes all over the city. Kyoto offers great cafe scenes, from a major coffee chain to a hidden traditional shop. I will introduce you to some of my favorite cafes, which offer distinct Kyoto characteristics. Any of these popular cafes can be・・・
Hi, I’m Keiko from Osaka! This is the second in a breakfast series.I have introduced Top 5 best Breakfast Restaurants in Kyoto before. This time, let me introduce you to great breakfast restaurants that are located right in and around Kyoto Station. Centrally located, these breakfast options will be perfect either on your way out・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! As a saying goes, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Kyoto’s mornings can start fairly early, as it is nice to visit temples and shrines early in the mornings in quiet. How about packing your body and soul with a beautiful and nutritious breakfast first to get ready・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! “Shojin Ryori” is a type of meals that the Buddhist Monks consume in Japan. It is without meat or fish as well as strong spices such as garlic or onions, which are believed to cloud the spirit. Killing of animals is forbidden in the Buddhist traditions. Thus shojin ryori is typically・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Perhaps you are already a fun of Japanese cuisine if you spend some time touring around Japan. Japanese cuisine is known to be one of the healthiest, and it has and continues to influence top chefs in the world with its simple yet deep flavor and techniques. How about picking up・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Soba is one of Kyoto’s specialties. There are many different varieties of soba including Nishin Soba(Soba topped with a sweetened herring fish),Kamo Namban(Soba topped with hot soup made with duck meat),and Cha soba(soba noodle infused with green tea) in Kyoto. If you visit Kyoto, why don’t you try authentic Japanese soba・・・
