Yasaka Shrine is located at the eastern end of Kyoto's bustling Shijo Street, just across the road, and is well worth including on a visit to Kyoto. The shrine has a long history dating back to around the 7th century and has long been revered by Kyoto residents and travelers. It is also one of the places where the famous Gion Matsuri originated. Passing through the vermilion gate, you can immediately feel the solemn atmosphere of a traditional shrine. Besides visiting the shrine, it's also nice to stroll around Gion and Hanamikoji and experience Kyoto's distinctive historical charm.
Yasaka Shrine | Review by Linda Liao
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Tea Culture Creation Museum, Oi Ocha Museum
In May 2024, Ito En, known for its tea beverages, opened this multi-purpose museum inside the Former Shimbashi Station building to mark its 60th anniversary. Made up of two museums with different themes, it lets you experience the appeal of tea, which has long been closely tied to everyday life in Japan.
來到伊藤園打造的茶文化博物館，可以更深入認識日本茶文化，也感受到茶不只是飲品，更是生活中細膩而溫暖的一部分。
之前在其他地方也曾體驗過伊藤園的茶寮，其中讓我印象很深的是茶泡飯。熱騰騰的白飯上淋入淡淡鹹香的茶湯，茶香清雅、不會過於厚重，簡單卻很耐吃。尤其冬天來上一碗，溫熱的茶湯從胃裡暖起來，真的特別療癒。而且茶湯還可以續壺，很貼心的服務〜
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Former Osaka Shosen Building
Built in 1917 as the Moji branch of the shipping company Osaka Shosen, this Western-style building once served as a vital terminal when Moji Port was a key hub for continental routes during the Taisho era. The first floor functioned as a waiting room, while the second floor housed offices, making it an important gateway connecting the port with overseas destinations.
The Former Osaka Shosen Building is another beautiful Western-style building in the Mojiko area. Its exterior features brick walls with white decorative trim, and the vivid orange-red facade and octagonal tower are especially eye-catching. It has a strong European style and also reflects Mojiko's former prosperity as an international trading port. There is an exhibition space inside. Besides taking photos, I also recommend going in if you have time, as you can learn more about Mojiko's maritime history.
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Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street
The Kobe Motomachi shopping street is a shopping arcade with 6 areas (Ichibangai, Sanchome, Yonchome, Gochome, Rokuchome). The lively street is lined with various shops both traditional and contemporary, offering fashion, miscellaneous goods, restaurants, and more.
After visiting the Kobe Kitano Ijinkan, consider stopping by the lively Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street. This historic shopping street is lined with all kinds of shops, restaurants, and dessert shops, where you can find everything from everyday goods and clothing to souvenirs. Along the way, you can also pick up some Kobe specialties to enjoy while strolling and get a feel for the daily life of locals. If you’re interested, you can also look for the beautiful manhole covers along the way!
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