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Cross Hotel Kyoto

Located just off Kawaramachi Sanjō on Ryoma-dori, Cross Hotel Kyoto offers a perfect balance of comfort and style under its concept of “casual luxury.” With popular sightseeing and shopping areas such as Kawaramachi and Gion, as well as train stations, all within walking distance, it’s an ideal base for exploring Kyoto.

Kyoto Station, Shijo Kawaramachi, Kyoto Imperial Palace
Hotels

24 Aug 2025 See More

The decor has a bit of an industrial vibe mixed with Japanese elements—very stylish. The soundproofing is pretty good too, so you don't really hear much noise at night.

Head Temple Takao-san Yakuo-in

This temple was established in 744 by Gyoki, the highest ranked priest, on the orders of Emperor Shomu. It is located in the middle of Mt. Takao and the formal name is Takao-san Yakuo-in Yuki-ji. It is a head temple of Shingon Buddhism, and one of the three major temples in the Kanto area with Narita-san Shinsho-ji and Kawasaki Daishi Heiken-ji. Izuna Daigongen is the principal image who has been believed to appear as a form of Fudo Myoo, Tengu which has been believed to be an attendant for Fudo Myoo and lived in the mountain so many statues of Tengu are placed on the premise.

Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida
Shrines & Temples

10 Aug 2025 See More

The main hall is grand and majestic, with a strong traditional Japanese temple vibe. It's always busy with worshippers, even on weekdays.

Nagoya Kanko Hotel

Nagoya Kanko Hotel has the longest history in Nagoya City and carries on its tradition since its establishment in 1936. With a position of "Guest House of Honor in the Chubu Area," the hotel has hosted many distinguished guests and VIPs from Japan and abroad. The perfect service that has been nurtured throughout the hotel's history and this makes your stay even richer.

Nagoya
Hotels

17 Nov 2021 See More

The breakfast was great, the room was spacious, and the service was excellent.

Kyoto City Subway, Bus One-Day Pass

This savvy ticket bundles unlimited rides for one day on all Kyoto City Subway and City Bus lines, as well as on Kyoto Bus, Keihan Bus, and JR Bus routes. Apart from a few excluded sections of the Kyoto, Keihan and JR bus routes, use this pass to get almost anywhere in the Kyoto city limits. Many travelers in the know enjoy using both subway and bus routes with this ticket to get around even the most crowded city spots with ease.

Kyoto
Tickets & Passes

17 Nov 2021 See More

Taking the bus is definitely the most convenient way to get around Kyoto city.

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

Tsutenkaku Tower, Jan Jan Yokocho Street, Spa World are in Ebisu-Higashi, Naniwa District. People started calling this area Shinsekai (New World) in 1912, when Tsutenkaku and Japan’s second amusement park, Luna Park, opened. It meant a new-born tourist spot in Osaka. Since then, this amusement street has grown, used as a location for movies and TV dramas, and became a famous site in Osaka.

Tennoji, Shinsekai
Shopping Streets

17 Nov 2021 See More

This area has seen better days, but prices are pretty cheap now. There are still some good restaurants around.

The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

Japan’s first museum, specialized on the history and culture of life, was opened in April 2001. You can learn about housing and how people lived during Edo, Meiji, Taisho and Showa Periods.

Umeda, Osaka Station, Nakanoshima Area (Kita)
Museums

17 Nov 2021 See More

You can visit this spot for free with the Osaka Amazing Pass. Inside, they've recreated what Osaka looked like during the Edo period. You can even dress up in a kimono and take some memorable photos!