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Experience the Magic of Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine Near Kyoto
Today, I would like to introduce Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine. Located in Yawata City, a short distance from central Kyoto, this shrine has been a significant part of my life for the past four years since I moved here after getting married. Whether it's for my child's first shrine visit, New Year's prayers, or wishes for safe delivery and successful careers, Iwashimizu Hachimangu has been our go-to spot for all our significant life events. This is my first time giving a detailed introduction in English, and I'm quite excited to share this special place with you. Iwashimizu Hachimangu is a sacred power spot where gods of protection against misfortune and wish […]
An Addictive Discount Supermarket in Kyoto: Lamu Supermarket
Spacious and well-ventilated parking area. The chance encounter with Lamu supermarket. When I first joined the company, a senior colleague introduced me to a place to buy essential household items, and it has become my go-to spot ever since. A standout feature of Lamu supermarket for people with irregular working hours is its opening times. We can visit as early as 7 AM and as late as midnight. Discover the diversity inside. For the characteristic Japanese preference for efficiency, most supermarkets offer a wide variety of instant noodles, ready-to-eat canned foods, sandwiches, and more. Lamu is no exception. The spacious and airy interior of this supermarket ensures there is no […]
Free and easy "alone time" for university girls in Kyoto, in the Nijo area
It's been about a month since you started your new life... It's time to get used to a new environment and a new place, isn't it? Wouldn't you like to explore the various places in Kyoto? For those of you who have started a new life in Kyoto, here are some suggestions for new "hobbies" that will surely make you fall in love with Kyoto even more. The hobby I recommend, "Hitori Jikan" (alone time), is very simple. It is a way of spending time alone, deciding where you want to go and what you want to eat, and touring around by yourself. Because you are alone, you don't have […]
Recommended 5 power cafés near Saiin station where remote working is possible
Power cafés where you can use sockets are a great help when you need a little time between appointments, when you suddenly need to work on your PC, or when your mobile phone is about to run out of charge.In this article, we introduce five recommended power cafés near Saiin Station where you can work on your PC! KYOTO LAUNDRY CAFE In this article, we introduce five recommended power cafés near Saiin Station where you can work on your PC!Kyoto Laundry Cafe is a 4-minute walk from Saiin Station, equipped with Wi-Fi and power outlets.As the name suggests, this café also has a coin-operated laundry, so you can do your […]
Learn about Japanese film history at the Toy Film Museum
Short videos are all the rage in an age without social networking! Short videos are gaining momentum on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. Against the backdrop of the spread of smartphones and social networking services, videos of less than a minute are being produced one after another and enjoyed by people all over the world.This is a new culture brought about by the advancement of digital technology. However, if you go back in history, similar content existed 90 years ago, when smartphones did not even exist, let alone SNS.That was the golden age of Japanese cinema, when 35 mm film was sold off after cinema screenings. At the time, they were […]
The Ramen Scene in Mibu Ward / A Neighborhood Column by Eight Beat
A rock enthusiast born in the Showa era introduces the neighborhood scenery in full swing. During my high school days, I spent my days either skipping classes to ride around on my motorcycle or getting lost in conversations about rock music at cafes while chain-smoking. However, as I also wanted to pursue university education, during the third term of my third year, I didn't attend school at all, avoided taking final exams, and instead secluded myself at home, pretending to study for college entrance exams at the last minute. With the shutters tightly closed and my days and nights reversed, there would be a faint sound of pebbles hitting the […]
Feeling like a cowboy! This year's nights in Kyoto, let's toast at the trendy BAR in Saiin♪
Last year was dominated by stay-at-home vibes, but this summer seems to be in a mood of lifting various restrictions. Many people might be planning events, shopping, and trips, wondering where to go. Especially distant in memory was the night at the BAR. While enjoying a relaxed drink at home is nice, spending special time in an adult atmosphere at a BAR is also desired! You want to enjoy a special drink prepared by a knowledgeable bartender! Introducing "BAR Ouch & Oops," a stylish spot in Saiin that you definitely want to know about from now on. Located a 10-minute walk from Saiin Station, we hope you'll stop by casually. […]
Kyoto students and local community development event 'Temple Marche'
Event report by iroiro kyoto, a Kyoto-based organisation that promotes Kyoto's coffee culture through 'community development activities' led by young people in Kyoto. The report reveals the real picture of the relationship between university students and local community development. At the root of this is the 'attachment to Kyoto' that weaves the links. iroiro kyoto is a group of young people, mainly university students, who take the initiative in planning and organising events where they can enjoy coffee and other local activities. The venue, BUTSUGENJI Temple, is a much-talked-about temple that places importance on cooperation with the local community. Under the theme of ' Tomarugi', the temple is actively involved in community development […]
Antique small-scale art complex near Omiya Station, Kyoto
Contemporary artistic space There is an art space quietly tucked away in a back alley off Goin Street in Shijo-Omiya. Originally famous for its art accommodation, it was renovated in 2021 in the form of a fusion of a coffee shop and gallery. Currently, it hosts exhibitions and events, and houses art shops run by Kyoto creators. The kumagusuku, a hideaway-like complex, has a minimalist, contemporary atmosphere that mixes the old and the new. On the other hand, it also holds seasonal marches and offers lunch, and is attracting attention from local residents as an easy place to drop in. Powerful white-walled architecture of a converted Kyoto townhouse The interior of the […]
Live music club at Nijo Station, Kyoto: 'A musical hub aimed at cultivating young talent'
'Nijo, isn't this area kind of nice? It's like..." GROWLY is an 11-year-old live music club in a residential area behind a large supermarket, just behind Nijo Station on the JR. Formerly a band member, manager Anzai-san says he has been to most of Kyoto's live music venues and is famous for being a "nice guy", even in the music community where he has an image of being difficult to approach. He has been involved in the project since its beginnings. I thought, 'This place looks good,' and I moved on with a lot of energy, but later I realised how difficult it is to get to know your neighbours. Well, maybe […]