Kyoto meet up

[gilded veldt]

What’s hosen charging

[faint marsh]

Chion and Kiyomizu are also doing illuminations so you have lots of options closer to the central area.

[faint marsh]

¥800

I’ve never been to Sanzen so I’m hoping to kill the afternoon there then maybe find a snack before Hosen opens. I bet the area shuts down at 4 :/ lots of these out of the way temples assume you are coming by car.

[gilded veldt]

Unfortunately they don’t do goshuin during the illuminations it seems

At least eikan didn’t

[faint marsh]

What !?!?!?!? I’ve always gotten one so far!

But I was waiting for Eikan to be more red so I haven’t gone yet.

[mossy urchin]

Yes I do! Would be great to get a group together for karaoke if anyone is interested

[faint marsh]

I’m in, I just assume I might be a little late depending on when you start. I’m at least an hour from downtown once I’m at the temple tonight, but if y’all are doing it, I promise to join!

[faint marsh]

Botanical gardens has shrine , but it closed before the light up. I don’t do castle stamps but nijo was doing them.

Everywhere else that’s checked I’ve gotten a goshuin and usually a special one made for the illumination! How dare Eikan not have one! It’s free money for them!

[low cloud]

You are my idol

Wow

[faint marsh]

Chishaku has a special garden light up this week that’s not in the list.

Shoesei-in garden also has a light up not on the list. I just happened to walk by! It’s super trippy. Slowly changing colored lights on a huge reflecting pool. And really dark too so I’d bring a drink and relax and just watch the light show.

[gilded veldt]

I mean usually I’m looking out for them so I’d be surprised if I missed it but it was such a zoo I wouldn’t be surprised if they were afraid it would create too much of a bottleneck

[faint marsh]

How long are you in town?

[gilded veldt]

leaving Sunday

I’m based out of Tokyo

[faint marsh]

Cool, I’m coming to Tokyo mid December. If they end up having them and you missed it, I’ll grab you one and bring it to you.

[terse sleet]

Im excited to see the light ups

[gilded veldt]

I was hoping Ginkaku-ji would do a light up

Would’ve made my logistics easier

[faint marsh]

They are fab and give you a chance to see another temple that you’d normally run out of daylight for, and it looks cool, and it’s WAY less crowded.

[terse sleet]

Kyoto is temple runs

What are the must see temples?

[gilded veldt]

Japan guide

go on there

It’s entirely based on area

[faint marsh]

That’s tough. What do you enjoy about them? The gardens? The architecture? Unique photos?

[terse sleet]

I want to be slapped in the face with beauty

[gilded veldt]

Can’t go wrong lol

[terse sleet]

There's some castles to see too

[gilded veldt]

pichi I think I’ll only have time for either saijo or ginkakuji, which of the two is your preference

[faint marsh]

Nijo is cooler at night. It’s more like a fort and not a castle so the illumination event makes it go from kinda meh to awesome.

However. Tomorrow there is archery in the cherry blossom garden at 1 PM

https://tockify.com/whatsupinkyoto/detail/4770/1700884800000

For temples, Fushimi Inari is stunning for its red gates. Nothing really else like it.

Kiyomizu is on the side of a mountain. It’s cool looking on its own and the view is spectacular. It’s VERY crowded during the day but they are doing an illumination as well.

The silver temple is not as cool as the gold temple. Heian is not a pretty temple due to all the dirt but the gardens are gorgeous.

Hogon-in in Arashiyama is normally not open to the public. It’s gorgeous at night.

[low cloud]

mid December you will still be in japan???? omg

🙇🏻

[faint marsh]

I usually do March-May and then Oct-Dec here 😉

But I normally play tour guide and bring friends on their first trip here so I usually have company to entertain.

[low cloud]

I gotta gate crash in one of those Kyoto trips or Tokyo stays.

Me too. Playing host for people and I’m not even Japanese nor do I speak Japanese very well

[gilded veldt]

@faint marsh I only have time for either ginkakuji or saijo, which do you prefer?

[faint marsh]

The moss temple for sure. It’s so zen. But you are going for the garden, the temple is average.

For gin, you are going for the photo of the temple.

https://intosaihoji.com/en/booking/nichinichi

No one realizes this website is live! You can go anytime almost.

Absolutely get the Goshuin. There are only 3 monks who do it. I don’t want to spoil it but it’s my most favorite one ever.

[gilded veldt]

ok good I was leaning that way

[faint marsh]

Before your appointment, go here.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NuPtygrwVuyuT8zF6?g_st=ic

You can drink your coffee outside in the bamboo garden or inside in the tea room. Fab.

Then have the herring hot soba here for lunch https://maps.app.goo.gl/MCrPgUfEfbRN8WXT8?g_st=ic

It’s run by all these adorable little old ladies.

If they have a special set, get it. They usually add something local and foraged to the rice. The fish isn’t fishy but delicious.

[gilded veldt]

didn’t realize Saiho-ji needed a res damn

[faint marsh]

It should be stunning this week. I took someone in October and the green looked fake. Went last week and the colors were just starting to it change.

[faint marsh]

Oh absolutely. It used to be painful to get one. You had to send a post card!

[gilded veldt]

Wow!

[faint marsh]

The online system is amazing and went live Nov 1b

[gilded veldt]

Unfortunately I was going to try and pop by today

[faint marsh]

So no one really knows about it yet. Hence the availability. It is a hard close at 1:30 PM so go as early as you can so you can take your time.

[faint marsh]

No dice. Totes closed.

There is a temple next door that raises holy crickets. It’s fun too but for very different reasons.

[gilded veldt]

HAHAHA

I bet moss temple monks loveeee them

going to do Fushimi and Uji tomororw

[terse sleet]

Omg my ryokan here in Kyoto is so nice

I was just gushing in Nov 2023 I can't believe it's only like $50 a night

[gilded veldt]

@faint marsh When we’re u heading to honen-in

I’m at ginkakuji now so close

[terse sleet]

Im just trying to get my clothes clean because they all smell like eggs from my Hakone trip

[wild hawk]

what

I'm going to hakone in like 3 days... what

[terse sleet]

Volcanic areas have a way of smelling

[gilded veldt]

Sulfur

[wild hawk]

goddang

[terse sleet]

It really wasn't that bad but I did smell it in my clothes when I opened my suitcase here in Kyoto

[faint marsh]

Share! Maybe once you leave if you are more comfortable! I’d love to know who has those prices!

[terse sleet]

Oh yeah I shared earlier happy to again!!

[faint marsh]

I’m up here now. I did Sanzen. Omg so pretty.

[gilded veldt]

did u eat already

or going to after?

[faint marsh]

Kodaji is gorgeous.

[terse sleet]

Rakucho ryokan Sakyo-ku Shimogamo Higashihangi-cho 67, Kyoto, 606-0824, Japan

[faint marsh]

Chion should be stunning soon. The trees were still green last week and it was still gorgeous.

[faint marsh]

I haven’t! I don’t think anything up here is open. Just got kicked out of Sanzen so looking for a place to sit until 5:45.

[gilded veldt]

I found a promising place im close by

Although when a place has English descriptions I sometimes get concerned

[terse sleet]

Where is everyone roughly?

Im still at the ryokan waiting for my clothes to dry

[faint marsh]

I’m here right now. Very far north. https://maps.app.goo.gl/AwXHVHZL3pWU9uGfA?g_st=ic

[faint marsh]

If it’s open I’ll take it

[terse sleet]

Oh wow yeah ya are

[gilded veldt]

Wait you’re in hosen-in not honen in 😂😂

[terse sleet]

I don't even know how I would get up there!!

[gilded veldt]

I am not close sorry for the false alarm

[terse sleet]

Where are you Vance?

[faint marsh]

And Hogon was really stunningly pretty.

I haven’t been disappointed in a light up yet, but some of were too early for maple but the ambience made up for it.

But I’ve saved some of the big ones waiting for the leaves so this week I will be super busy trying to squeeze the rest in!

[terse sleet]

I would love to join you for some of them if that's ok pi-chi. I don't know how to get around Kyoto as well as Tokyo. I'll gladly buy us a round or two to say thank you!

If it's a solo thing I totally get it too, no pressure

[faint marsh]

You are welcome to join me for all!

The monks felt bad for me standing in the cold and let me in early!

[terse sleet]

Awwww

[terse sleet]

Oh yeeee

[gilded veldt]

Private show!

[terse sleet]

Just name a time and place! If I can get there from the train we are golden

[gilded veldt]

I’m still in the ginkakuji area

[terse sleet]

Oh man that looks so cool

[gilded veldt]

The public transport here is definitely different…

[terse sleet]

Yeah it's all buses huh???

I may need the buddy system I find the buses in Japan really confusing since they're almost always in Japanese

And I imagine I can't use my suica for the bus?

[gilded veldt]

You can

at least I use my passmo

[terse sleet]

Oh neat

I was going to hit up the imperial palace and the botanical gardens tomorrow too since they're both by the train

[gilded veldt]

The busses are nice because they’re all 230 yen regardless of how far you travel

Which is nothing

[terse sleet]

That is nice

Now if only I could read 🥲

Is there a trick to it for non Japanese readers? Like numbers or something?

[gilded veldt]

uh Google maps primarily

I’ve been surprised but they have a lot of workers stationed at popular stops to help advise foreigners

[terse sleet]

Oh that's a relief

"Sumimasen???? :,("

[faint marsh]

Understatement of the year. I feel gaslit here after Tokyo.

[faint marsh]

You can here

[gilded veldt]

I wonder if they have trouble making more subway routes because of the old city infrastructure

[faint marsh]

I also don’t think they want to. People here seem so chill at times.

[gilded veldt]

I guess it limits how many tourists can get to the outskirts

[terse sleet]

Man my lower back is acting up I wonder if it's from all the new sorts of moving around I've been doing

[faint marsh]

Onsen!

[terse sleet]

Oh man

There was a cute lil bathhouse near by

If only I had waited to shower

But I needed to wash the train off of me

Pi chi what's a a good time and place for me to meet you tomorrow?

[gilded veldt]

Does Kyoto really get much more crowded during the weekend?

part of me wants to believe that the abroad tourists are here regardless of day of the week

@faint marsh They charge 4000 yen for saihoji please tell me it comes with a goshuin

[faint marsh]

It does not. Its extra.

[gilded veldt]

dear lord

[faint marsh]

Hosen was cute but tiny. Not worth the time and effort and extra bus fair to come here. Also goshuin was hella expensive! 800¥ for a written normal one! I thought I misunderstood her but I already handed her my book Woof.

Would not recommend.

[gilded veldt]

800

Jeez

Saiho was worth the extra charge? I’m probably going to sign up for tomorrow

[faint marsh]

Yeah. I’m annoyed.Sazen was worth it. This was not.

[faint marsh]

It’s peaceful and quiet. I took2 people this trip and enjoyed it both times but it’s pricey.

You are paying for the exclusivity and a small number of people.

[terse sleet]

What is Saiho?

[low cloud]

Wait until golden week or new years

[low cloud]

Avalokitesvara give you compassion 🙏🙏🙏

[faint marsh]

Colloquially known as “the moss temple”. It used to be a flex to go here because it was very hard to make a reservation and took months of planning to make it happen. Now you can pay by credit card online 😉

I really enjoyed Sanzen today though so I’m glad I came but I would not make the trip for Hosen and I would not recommend their light up compared to all the others going on.

[faint marsh]

Anyone up for food?

[terse sleet]

Dang just ordered dinner I thought you'd be busy for the rest of the evening

[faint marsh]

No worries!

[terse sleet]

Though it seems my order may have goooone missing 🤡

Let me give it 15 more minutes and if it doesn't show I will gladly have dinner with you hahaha

Where abouts were you thinking??

[faint marsh]

I’m getting off the subway in Karasuma which is kind of the middle of downtown closer to the castle.

[terse sleet]

Welp my dinner has mysteriously vanished into thin air loolololo

Karasuma station?

I can be there in about an hour, is that too long of a wait?

[faint marsh]

I didn’t have real lunch so I’m starving and I’m going to grab something quick, but I’ll make a real plan for tomorrow evening and figure out a light up and invite you to that 🙂

[terse sleet]

Yeah let's plan a day for tomorrow then 🙂

[faint marsh]

And maybe we can round out some folks to karaoke with @mossy urchin

[terse sleet]

Enjoy dinner!!

[faint marsh]

Not sure if you are a shopper but there’s a temple sale tomorrow

[terse sleet]

I mean it's always worth checking out!!

[gilded veldt]

Walking into a random izakaya once again proved to be an amazing experience

[terse sleet]

There's one by me I'm curious about

[gilded veldt]

Send it

Only have one life

I was in Aomori one time and couldn’t understand a thing anyone said but had the best meal I’ve had in Japan

おまかせ

[faint marsh]

https://whatsupinkyoto.com/calendar/

https://tockify.com/whatsupinkyoto/detail/520/1700863200000

[terse sleet]

Yamaga
075-722-0776

https://g.co/kgs/aRA58d

If I wasn't so warm and cozy in my yukata and dinner on the way I'd pop over

[gilded veldt]

listen to my loaded day tomorrow lol

I have no chill

get up as early as possible go to Fushimi inari

after that make my way to Uji

then leave Uji by 12:30 to make my res at saiho-ji

if I’m not asleep already maybe a light up at night

[faint marsh]

Wait wait. What time is your reservation!

[gilded veldt]

2

[faint marsh]

Are you like 400% positive?

[gilded veldt]

why

Saturday 14:00

[faint marsh]

They are usually gone by 1:30. But I’ve never gone on a weekend!

[gilded veldt]

I didn’t confirm it yet

you mean the goshuin monks?

It says it’s open until 3:30

but it would be a bummer if they stopped doing goshuin

If you think it’s a concern I could try Sunday earlier

[faint marsh]

I just checked! Weekend hours are longer!

[gilded veldt]

Ahh okay

Phew

[faint marsh]

Also, you’ll get your goshuin done while you are copying sutras. Give it to them first.

Sorry to scare you I just wanted to doublecheck

[gilded veldt]

Never copied a sutra before that will be fun

[faint marsh]

The first 5 minutes are hard and then you just go with it and it’s very enjoyable

[gilded veldt]

I think my Sunday plan is to hit some temples on biwako before I go home

[faint marsh]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/2DheE6sAKzAeTgmh8?g_st=ic

They were doing a special light up. Not sure if it’s still going on.

I think Naked Garden was involved and I found it in their website.

[gilded veldt]

Maybe we can set up to all do a light up tomorrow

After saiho I have no plans

[pearl nacelle]

Will be in Kyoto from 27-4th! Anyone want to meet? I wanted to check out arashiyama monkey park 🙈

[terse sleet]

I was going to hit up the palace and the gardens by me but I should be done by noon-1 if we all want to start by grabbing lunch

[gilded veldt]

My res at saiho is 2 so it would be dinner for me

[terse sleet]

That sounds good too!

[terse sleet]

Finally my dinner has arrived

Delicious moods

Noods*

[faint marsh]

If you do Nijo, archery is at 1!

[gilded veldt]

Pi how much time do you think I should devote to Fushimi inari

I don’t feel the need to go up to the top

[faint marsh]

2 hours because you’ll be fighting the crowds. It won’t take YOU that long but you’ll be running a gauntlet.

[gilded veldt]

plan is to get there as early as possible

Maybe ~7:30

[faint marsh]

Are you hunting goshuin?

Do you like cats?

[gilded veldt]

always goshuin

[gilded veldt]

More of a dog guy

I’m more interested in getting Byodo in and Uji shrine tbh

[faint marsh]

Okay. The family shrines on the “back” do hand written goshuin if they are in the mood. Inari is all paper.

[gilded veldt]

I heard Fushimi is kakioki

oh nice

How far up is the back

[faint marsh]

This is ghetto

The right side Is the red gates.

Once you get to that lake they are kind of over.

The yellow side is the “back” and family shrines. Cool photos and some handwritten goshuin. One has cats and the lady who lives there is an artist and makes cool art with the cats and the gates. She even sells Tenugi you can’t buy anywhere else. I love her post cards. Also reasonable prices.

But I’ve never caught her doing handwritten goshuin so it’s my white whale

[gilded veldt]

I see

I wonder if I’m there too early if they won’t be doing them yet

meh if I start at 7:30 I should prob be ok

So I basically hang a left at the lake to get to the good stuff

[faint marsh]

I got this map in October from one of the nice ladies who sells food on the left. Now I’m hunting for them all.

[gilded veldt]

Wow that’s so useful

I feel like a pirate

trying to find buried treasure

He’s our map

[faint marsh]

I wouldn’t go past the lake up unless you want to go to the top.

One of the family shrines was definitely doing paper so I skipped it. I got all the official Inari ones last trip so I didn’t repeat. I did get a fire festival one this time but it was too big for one of my smaller books!

[gilded veldt]

My goal is to get pics of the tori and find a written goshuin

[faint marsh]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/f1YUBarNJ2gdCDWE6?g_st=ic

This is the cat art lady

[gilded veldt]

aw the kimono cats

[faint marsh]

Okay, the gates do go past the lake but once you are that high, you almost feel compelled to go to the top. I don’t personally think it’s worth it unless you want all the official Inari goshuin. Then you’ve got to make the climb.

[gilded veldt]

if I can find a written one before making it to the top I’ll stop

you can’t remember where you got your written ones?

[faint marsh]

Written ones will be on the yellow side at the family shrines. They also have a lot of souvenirs you won’t find at the tourist trap shops at the bottom.

Much better “merch”.

[gilded veldt]

Saving your image

Appreciate it

[faint marsh]

Only on the yellow side are hand written.

And they were hidden. And I had to ask at a bunch of places with my book and got the X symbol a bunch. It’s not well advertised!

[gilded veldt]

oh god

[faint marsh]

Google translate wasn’t very helpful matching things up to what’s labeled on google maps. inari’s website doesn’t focus on the family shrines on the “back” of the mountain. Only on their own stuff :/

[gilded veldt]

So I could waste a lot of time there

[faint marsh]

Pop into any stall with your book and they’ll tell you yes or no quickly.

[gilded veldt]

A simple “goshuin doko deska” won’t help

[faint marsh]

Probably not.

Maybe if I’m really really bored when the illuminations stop I’ll go document the mountain.

I’m sure someone has done it on one of the Japanese goshujn sites but I haven’t delved deep enough to see if there is a google map layer or a better “map” than the one I have.

It’s super abstract.

[gilded veldt]

I guess the mystery makes it more intriguing

I just don’t have time to fully investigate lol

might have to settle for a paper

I gave in and bought one from ginkakuji

[faint marsh]

I’d rather have it than not, so I get the feeling.

[gilded veldt]

I can always decide not to glue it later

Just makes me think I should’ve bought them all along 🤧 stubborn

[faint marsh]

I’ve seen some Japanese folks with cool books they slide into but that are pretty. All my carrying cases are from the 100¥ stores

[gilded veldt]

ginkakuji at lwast said “it’s not a stamp we did the caligraphy on these papers”

I was like alright I guess I’ll give it a pass

[faint marsh]

Justify it how you want temple! I tolerate it when it’s colorful or has gold foil. I get annoyed when it’s just staffing issues.

I’ve seen the ads for shrine maidens. They pay them like ¥1000 an hour and they can do like 30 goshuin an hour so they should hire more!

It prints money!

[gilded veldt]

If kiyomizudera can do written ones there’s no excuse

Looking at u tofukuji, kinkakuji, ginkakuji, the takao shrines…

The takao ones really bummed me out

I visited 3 separate ones

And they’re not super busy at all

[faint marsh]

I met a priest here in Kyoto on accident. I wondered into his tiny shrine because it was beautiful. He said he can’t be there all the time because it’s just him and he’s too old, so he made paper ones that are like super beautiful, and he dates them and had a box and a place to put the money. But he seriously went out of his way to make them gorgeous.

[gilded veldt]

Jingo-ji had some interesting kakioki at lwast but the rest didn’t

That sounds lovely

[faint marsh]

He was so nice. He talked about how many of the small shrines are too expensive to keep up and owned by families and they kids don’t want them so maybe in 10 years this city will feel different if all the little shrines go under. Hit me in the feels.

[gilded veldt]

shit

I prefer the little ones

My favorite goshuin is a small one that started creating beautiful ones to try and draw visitors

[low cloud]

That’s why you gotta pay up! Aiya don’t complain about 800 yen

🙏🙏🙏

It’s a pilgrimage

🙇🏻🙇🏻🙇🏻

[faint marsh]

But the special colored ones were only ¥500! No reason the regular should be 800! That’s crazy! Inflation is too damn high 🙂

[low cloud]

It’s true

[faint marsh]

As an FYI, I think tomorrow I’ll hit up the temple sale at some point and then be crazy and walk the Philiophers path and do the night illumination at Eikan-do at 5:30. If anyone wants to join, you are of course welcome! After that, I’ve been craving a burger and this placed smelled good when I walked by;

https://maps.app.goo.gl/KSBZR6tDP2xri98EA?g_st=ic

[faint marsh]

Maybe a change of plans. This looks so ridiculous that I think I want to go.

https://www.toei-eigamura.com/edosakaba/

[faint marsh]

I booked it via Klook because the Japanese website is weird. So I guess I’m doing temple sale and maybe archery at the castle or temples near this park. IDK but I’ll be at this place with my sake cup at 6 Pm and I have an excuse to wear my Haori!

[tawdry tinsel]

Arriving today a bit late, around 1130ish. Staying at Millenials. Anyone going tlvbe oit and about?

[terse sleet]

Heyoooo good morning all

Going tk the imperial palace and botanical gardens today, then hoping to see some temples and stuff in the afternoon

Holy shit @faint marsh That looks so cool

I will also be there. At first I thought the price a little steep but you get food and sake

[terse sleet]

So I think I'll follow the route to the Edo town along the train. First gardens then palace then nishiki then Nijo castle

Fit some lunch in there somewhere

[terse sleet]

Depending on when you're ready to go you're more than welcome to join me at anytime

[tawdry tinsel]

Ok. I'll drop off my stuff and see where you guys are at

[terse sleet]

Colors coming in nicely at the botanical garden

Also bird

[terse sleet]

So I'm all done with the gardens. Absolutely worth the trip. Gonna hop on the train to the palace now, then the market

[faint marsh]

If you liked them, you’ll like the Heian gardens as well. Really pretty right now.

[terse sleet]

I bet

Pi chi I'll be at that edo village event tonight fyi

[faint marsh]

It’s going to be an experience no matter what!

I plan to get there around 5:45 because I assume there will be a queue in good old Japanese fashion. I need to add some layers before I go through so I have to swing back by my hotel. But I’d love to meet there! Also do you still need sunscreen? I have 2 I’m trying out and I can decant you some samples.

[terse sleet]

You're so sweet! I stilll haven't crossed a pharmacy yet to get some

And I'm so excited for the village tonight

I think I could use some gloves. Like I'm a weirdo my legs never get cold so I'm totally rocking a calf length dress rn and feel nothing, but my handsies are cold

[faint marsh]

If you want cheap, stop into any 100¥ store and grab some gloves. Names to search on Google; Watts, Seria, Daiso, CanDo.

I’ll bring you some sunscreen to try! I got some tiny bottles so I can pare down my skin care as I go and instead I just keep buying more because I’m a heathen.

Also, there are these amazing heat packs. Some stick to your clothes and others just go in your pockets. I’ll bring you some tonight. It keeps me sane here with the crazy temperature swings.

I have lunch recommendations near the castle!

https://maps.app.goo.gl/WrCkaU5ZHK3QhiBX6?g_st=ic

The owner cooks right in front of you. My lunch set was like ¥900 and the worst part is I was too full for cake and all the cake looked amazing.

This is the brand I like best. All the big drug stores sell them. They get the hottest.

Remind me to give this to you tonight! I’ll totally get because it will be dark!

[terse sleet]

Very nice

I'm going to swing by the drug store after lunch

[gilded veldt]

I’m not sure where to go tomorrow, I’m thinking either kifune, Hieizan, or biwako

[faint marsh]

Kifune may be past peak. I’d check photos from today if you are going there for foliage.

If you are going for the mountain hike, then by all means!

[tawdry tinsel]

I'm in Kyoto, staying at the Millenials. Got here early but I'll be here for 3 days

[terse sleet]

Neat so will I

[faint marsh]

I’m giving you Hatomugi’s Sunscreen and Hada Labos. My fave is Biore Watery Essence in the tube but I’m trying these out.

[terse sleet]

You are a queen, thank you

@tawdry tinsel if you're hungry and can get here in time I'm waiting in line for some Michelin approved curry

[faint marsh]

And with the heat on everywhere I need the extra moisture these ones give me

[terse sleet]

It's down the block from the imperial palace

And you too are of course invited pi chi

[faint marsh]

Here by any chance? https://maps.app.goo.gl/wysW7erEP6bMZdsE9?g_st=ic

It’s in my list for lunch next week!

[terse sleet]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/9PDpnyB6qX1kPF8Y9?g_st=ic

Yaaaaaaas

[faint marsh]

lol, hell yes!

[terse sleet]

The line isn't TOO long

[faint marsh]

Please give me a review!

[terse sleet]

I will I will

Damn butter chicken curry or shrimp

I'm leaning butter chicken

This place smells uh-mazing

[faint marsh]

A couple of us are doing this tonight. https://www.toei-eigamura.com/edosakaba/

[terse sleet]

Yeah Jose the ticket comes with food and sake join us!!

[faint marsh]

It comes with food and sake or without. You can buy tickets on Klook. It’s going to be fun and weird I’m sure. Otherwise there are a ton of cool light ups happening. You should definitely go to one! https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/152-pdf.pdf

Kodaji is fab. Hogon is great too. Depends on what side of town you are on.

Tomorrow I’m doing Eikan and you are more than welcome to join

[terse sleet]

I know me and @jaunty kite have a few things in the books too

Adventure awaits

Seein a lot of scraped clean plates in this place

Jesus Christ this is good

Think I'll finish my errands and if need be go and take a breather at my ryokan for a lil bit

I was going to hit up the market before the edo town

[terse sleet]

Ok time for going back to recharge my damn phone and portable battery

[tawdry tinsel]

Hey yall.

I'm resting a bit but would be interested in meeting up if anyone else is

[terse sleet]

Pi-chi and I are going to this around 5:30-6 https://www.toei-eigamura.com/edosakaba/

@faint marsh Do you think you'll be up for something afterwards with folks? Izakaya or a bar or something?

[faint marsh]

I might be really toasty after all that sake! 😉

[terse sleet]

😄 me same

[faint marsh]

I went to the temple sale. Mistakes were made.

[terse sleet]

Ahahaha

I had to detour my market goal to find a drug store

[faint marsh]

I was given a bag to fill with kimonos for ¥1000 and then because I helped him explain it to all the other foreigners he gave me another bag. Now I’m that person on the bus!

[terse sleet]

OMFG

[faint marsh]

Do you want to wear a Haori tonight? Just tell me a color and I’ll probably have it!

[terse sleet]

That would be so cool! I'm already wearing a trench coat but it may fit over it yeah??

Purple or blue or green are all my fav

[faint marsh]

I’ll look through the haul when I get back to the hotel and DM you choices.

[terse sleet]

Yeeeee

You're aiming for 5:30 at the village yeah?

[faint marsh]

Bus says more like 5:37 ish depending on traffic. So maybe 5:45 realistically.

[terse sleet]

About the same for me

Oddly enough has me there at 5:37 via google maps too lolllll

[faint marsh]

Maybe we will end up on the same bus

[terse sleet]

I'm on the 63 rn

[faint marsh]

Me too!

[terse sleet]

Arrived!

[faint marsh]

I just got off

[terse sleet]

That was the biggest fucking blast omfg

What a TIME

[faint marsh]

https://www.reddit.com/r/TikTokCringe/comments/x13p9f/trying_not_to_sound_southern_when_leaving_a/

Y’all, we made the news. 😉

[terse sleet]

Hahahahaha

Hello white person

How do you like Japan?

[faint marsh]

So many people talked to us. We are happy, toasty, and celebrities.

[low cloud]

You guys need to stay out longer lol

[faint marsh]

I’ve had more to drink in the past 3 days than the past 3 months. Time for bed 🙂

[terse sleet]

Got a full day tomorrow!

Gotta get a nice hot bath in

Also I need to wash the udon broth out of my hair

[faint marsh]

My Randen train was full of drunk locals who all wanted a photo with me. Japan is so weird sometimes. I love it.

[low cloud]

I wanna see a photo

[faint marsh]

What happens in Edo, stays in Edo, but this can be a teaser.

[low cloud]

I wanna see pi chi’s outfit 🙂

[faint marsh]

We just wore Haori I got at the temple sale hours before over our coats but it was a hit with the locals. They thought “oh, look at the gaijin trying so hard!”

[gilded wigeon]

Hi, which temple sale was this?

[terse sleet]

Bless their hearts

[faint marsh]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/c6e4u39xQ7Lx1Cez9?g_st=ic It’s held the 25th of each month. The locals call it the Tenjin Shrine Flea Market

You can find temple sales here and in almost weekly Tokyo.

I got all my Christmas presents for $10

Random links incoming. In case your accommodation doesn’t have a bath: https://www.onsen-tourism.kyoto/en/

This may also be cool shopping. I’ll try to hit it early tomorrow and report back. https://tockify.com/whatsupinkyoto/detail/4764/1700877600000/1

I’ve never been to this shrine but maybe it’s cool: https://tockify.com/whatsupinkyoto/detail/142/1700956800000

[faint marsh]

More Onsen info: https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/27-pdf.pdf

All the flea markets https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/41-pdf.pdf

[gilded wigeon]

You legend! Thank you!

[tawdry tinsel]

Anyone heading to Nara today?

[terse sleet]

Thought about it but have other things I want to fit in

Like the market

[peak grove]

Ohayo! Any activities for very-early risers? Hashtag jetlag. We're a couple blocks from the Imperial Palace.

[tawdry tinsel]

I'm on my way to Kyoto station and then heading to Nara

For a few hours. Then not too sure. If anyone would like to grab dinner later on, I'm keen

[gilded veldt]

@peak grove I recommend walking around the area by eikando! Most of those temples open super early and it should be pretty empty

[shadow wigeon]

Ill be in nara if you wanna meet up for lunch?

[tawdry tinsel]

Let's do it!

[peak grove]

Thnx for the tips!

[wild hawk]

Yeah or Fushimi Inarii. Basically anywhere with crowds, earlier is better. If you get your shit together you might be able to book the sagano train

[gilded veldt]

I’m so conflicted on what to do today

Did that yday

[terse sleet]

Man I need some breakfast

[gilded veldt]

ikr

There’s so few early breakfast spots in Kyoto I feel

[terse sleet]

Yeah seems like

I could go for traditional Japanese breakfast or a fat stack of pancakes

[gilded veldt]

maybe I’ll go to Osaka for a few hours

[faint marsh]

Matsuya has great cheap breakfast. Like ¥300

[terse sleet]

Oh dang

Oh I was craving beef the other day

[faint marsh]

I’m like 99% having a burger today because I’m craving beef

[terse sleet]

Maybe I'll hit this up then go the the Inari gates

Do those until I'm tired then recharge for illuminations at the castle tonight and some izakaya

Get that BEEF

I'm gonna eat so much beef in Kobe

[low cloud]

There’s beef all over kansai; don’t go to Kobe just for beef

[terse sleet]

I'm not sure what to do with this advice I'm ngl

I'm going to Kobe should I need eat beef?

[peak grove]

Do you have an itinerary for Kobe? We're going for a day this week too.

[terse sleet]

I'll be there from the 1st to the 3rd

But I'll be leaving early on the 3rd for an overnight in Hiroshima

Then back to Tokyo for a few nights before flying home

[faint marsh]

Kobe is kinda chill and small. You may want to do a day in Himeji. The castle is beautiful.

Def do the “Herb Garden” in Kobe. It’s beautiful this time of year.

https://i-guide.jpn.org/

These are the English free guides for Himeji. The castle will also be lit up at night, but you can’t go in, so do that during the day and then go again at night for the vibes.

https://japancheapo.com/events/himeji-castle-light-exhibition/

[terse sleet]

Beauuuutiful

Boy I'm having trouble getting out of bed

I don't want to waste the morning

But weeeh

[terse sleet]

Maybe market instead

I don't want to wear myself out for castle tonight

I already know I need to set aside way more time in Kyoto next visit

[faint marsh]

Your pre-drink saved me. I also pounded a vitamin C drink and a Pocari on the train platform but I woke up okay! I also ran into the ninja crew again!

[faint marsh]

Which market?

[terse sleet]

Nishiki

Or is it too late?

[faint marsh]

Okay, it’s like okay.

I’d do Inari over it because Inari is really unique. Even if you only stay an hour. You don’t have to climb the whole thing. You get the vibe quickly.

The market is just a market. Lots of little shops, lots of food stalls, lots of produce. But it feels like most of the markets here.

[terse sleet]

Got it

I'll just do inari until I'm tired then

[faint marsh]

Nothing wrong with an afternoon nap or hot spring to recharge!

Also the next big station up from Inari has a bunch of beautiful temples with great color right now if I you feel like you need another dose of nature.

The grounds here are free to walk around. Only the garden is charged.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/htvoGq1g197iBvDJ9?g_st=ic

They have maybe 30 maples around the bell towers and on the approach to the temple. It’s gorgeous.

[peak grove]

Oh nice

We're at the Imperial garden right now, the foliage is mind-blowing.

[faint marsh]

The Kyoto Museum is next door and they are doing the treasured of Tofukuji so if you like history, it’s worth a couple of hours because the exhibition has all these OG 1200’s paintings, scrolls, from founding of the temple and a ton of gorgeous art. But you should do the audio guide if you can’t read Japanese because the English signage is tiny.

[faint marsh]

Send some pics?

[faint marsh]

So pretty! The Heian gardens are lovely right now too.

[faint marsh]

That looks fake. I love it so much.

I’m going to hit up this local craft market and then walk the philiopshers path for photos. Hoping it’s gorgeous today.

[terse sleet]

What's a good place to find an inexpensive but not total crap backpack?

I keep running out of room in my purse

[faint marsh]

Budget?

[faint marsh]

I ask because you can get a fold up one at the 100 yen shops for maybe 300 yen. It won’t hold up forever but it will get you through a couple of weeks.

[gilded veldt]

I always default to donki

[faint marsh]

DonKi will have better quality but more expensive. Longer term heavier type stuff.

If you want to spend some cash but have something forever, Montbell is Japanese Patagonia and they have all kinds of lightweight but gorgeous fold up packs.

Or you could always go super Japanese and grab some Furoshiki and make your own bags!

Last night I was using my waterproof furoshiki with some handles I got for 100¥ to make it easier to carry.

[terse sleet]

Nice

I'd like something I can carry on my back though.

[faint marsh]

Okay, so this tiny market at the Museum of Kyoto is 5 stalls. Do not make a special trip out here!

[faint marsh]

Dollar store or DonKi will probably be your best bets for cheaper.

[gilded wigeon]

Thanks for the heads up!

We did inari and ended up finding a path on the way down with bamboo and throat quiet and nice neighborhood

Around here if people are interested

[peak grove]

Does anyone know if we absolutely need to join a tour to go inside the Imperial Palace itself? We thought we could just walk in and look on our own.

[faint marsh]

The family shrines on the back are the best!

[faint marsh]

I’ve read mixed things. Some say it’s open, some say open with tour. I’m not sure anymore. I haven’t tried to go recently.

I know today there were special “court events” this morning. Not sure if that changes things b

I don’t think you can go in the buildings without a special tour.

https://sankan.kunaicho.go.jp/english/about/kyoto.html

[peak grove]

Can confirm you do not need to join a tour for the Imperial Palace but do need one to go into the Sento Imperial Palace

Which is sadly not a Sento as I'm cold af

[faint marsh]

I posted a list of Onsens!

[terse sleet]

Matsuya great suggestion

[gilded wigeon]

Yeah it was really pleasant and the locals were nice

[faint marsh]

You literally cannot beat 290 yen breakfast

Sometimes I get fancy and try to make breakfast here and then I realize I spent like 10 times more than if I just went there

[faint marsh]

And they have fabulous merchandise

[terse sleet]

I ended up with 780 yen lunch but I got a salad and miso and a big ol negi gyudon w an egg

[faint marsh]

Can’t beat that!!!!!

[terse sleet]

Yum yum yum

Thought I looked like an idiot trying to use the kiosk because the English keep going away 🤡

I think my face is swollen from salt and sake 🤪

[faint marsh]

The salt is real.

[terse sleet]

Inari crowded but beautiful

[faint marsh]

It’s always crowded but the weekends are brutal.

I’m on a bus right now and I don’t even have to hold one. We are packed like sardines!

[gilded veldt]

I’m about to make u jealous of these photos

[faint marsh]

Please do!

[gilded veldt]

Photos without people!

[faint marsh]

And tell me where so I can go 😉

[gilded veldt]

It’s just Inari I’m afraid

[faint marsh]

Gorgeous!

[gilded veldt]

if you’re looking for some recs though I recommend checking out shinzenko-ji and the whole unnyuji area

so beautiful

zenko ji has sick goshuin though

Did Osaka today. Glad I went and didn’t have to make it it’s own trip

[faint marsh]

I think you either love Osaka or hate it there’s really really no in between

[gilded veldt]

it was fine. I saw the castle walked down dotonburi… that’s enough for me. There was a whole pro imperial japan thing going on that sort of soured the mood for me

[peak grove]

Any tips of restaurants that might be open at 3pm somewhat near the Imperial Gardens? Everything seems to be closed/about to close 😭

[terse sleet]

Whew time to rest up a bit my back hurts

[pearl nacelle]

Oo where is that?

[terse sleet]

Inari while walking to the gates

A bunch of great street stalls

[pearl nacelle]

ooo good to know! Heading to Kyoto tomorrow 🙂 ty ty.

[faint marsh]

Is that crab!!!!!

[terse sleet]

U betcha

[faint marsh]

3-5 is the food danger zone!

[terse sleet]

He had other seafood skewers too

[faint marsh]

I’d search Google by what’s open and then call if it’s a far walk!

[terse sleet]

Is it bad I wanna try conbini spaghetti

[tawdry tinsel]

I got back to Kyoto from Nara. If anyone has plans to go out tonight, I'd be happy to join. Just need to rest up a bit. I fed so many deer

[faint marsh]

The deer are ridiculously adorable.

How’s the red leaves there?

[tawdry tinsel]

Unbelievable

[terse sleet]

Cuuuute! Me and @jaunty kite were going to see the Kyoto palace lit up then hit up an izakaya if anyone wants to join for any of that

[gilded wigeon]

What's the best time for gion? Like can I go after 7 tonight or should I leave it as a day visit?

[tawdry tinsel]

I'd be interested!

[terse sleet]

Cool! Were planning on meeting at the palace at 6

@jaunty kite @tawdry tinsel is this spot ok on the eastern entrance?

[jaunty kite]

Looks good its pretty close to my hostel👍👍

Ill meet u there 6.00

[faint marsh]

What do you want to see?

[tawdry tinsel]

Grabbing a free beer at.my.hostel at 530 and I can head over

[terse sleet]

Neat. I'm just getting dressed again after my old lady lay down

[faint marsh]

I was planning on going back to my hotel to check in and take a bath and the leaves were so pretty I just powered through it. Stopped for fluffy pancakes and coffee so I can power through a light up and then I’ll deal with moving hotels 😉

[terse sleet]

Just waiting on the dang ol bus

[low cloud]

Old lady tourism: lie down for a break, waiting for the bus

[terse sleet]

Eating snacks and watching historical dramas

Still waiting on the damn bus

[jaunty kite]

I got lost im not used to this place lol

On my way 10 mins

Damn why is it do dark here

[terse sleet]

Just got off the bus

@faint marsh The imperial palace IS lit up tonight yeah??

It dark as fuck

Im right here fellas!

[faint marsh]

No, I don’t think so. The castle is lit up. Nijo Castle.

Naked Garden is producing it.

[terse sleet]

It says it's closed on google maps can we still go to see it??

[faint marsh]

https://www.kkday.com/en/product/133456

[gilded wigeon]

Hi sorry for the late response. Just generally anything. All we know is the buildings but we'll research

Also, highly recommend Gear

We have a couple of vouchers if people want

[faint marsh]

What’s Gear????

[faint marsh]

Your best bet to see maiko is late in the evening coming back from their work.

[faint marsh]

Did y’all make it?

Eikan was wall to wall people. Gorgeous but OMG soooooo mannnyyy people

[gilded wigeon]

Kyoto gear is a non verbal theatre performance

[gilded wigeon]

Oh cool

[faint marsh]

Sounds super cool!!!!

[faint marsh]

I’m interested for sure!

[gilded wigeon]

These are the vouchers and we have two of them but I'd have to either deliver them to you or you come and collect them?

[faint marsh]

Let me look up showtimes and see if I can use them!

[heady wave]

Long shot but anyone going to Arashiyama on Tuesday? I'm going to attempt this hike then
https://www.japan-guide.com/ad/gateway-to-kansai/181024.html

[terse sleet]

My god it's cold 🥶

[faint marsh]

I was going to go to some temples north of the area maybe

[faint marsh]

The Cairo hot packs are life.

They keep me sane here.

[low cloud]

Really? Don’t you have cold resistance or something

[low cloud]

Heat tech ultra warm

[terse sleet]

I have LIMITS

I may have to swing by Uniqlo for a few heat tech tbh

[faint marsh]

It’s a so cheap here. Also look on the end caps. I got a bunch of “last season” colors for half price.

[terse sleet]

I did one run in h Ginza it was so fun

Might have to get some sweaters and heat tech leggings in Osaka

@jaunty kite you get back ok?

[jaunty kite]

Yeah it was a lot quicker than i expected

U back already?

[terse sleet]

The buses aren't bad!

Oh yeah, I took a nice warm soak too

I couldn't get warm

[faint marsh]

Did you guys make it to the light up?

[terse sleet]

Yes !!

Beautiful

I need to come back to Kyoto in the late cherry blossom season for like a whole week min

I like it better than Tokyo

And i LOVED Tokyo

[jaunty kite]

It was so pretty ❤️❤️😍

[terse sleet]

Wow great pics

[faint marsh]

I’ll be here! Let’s plan on it! The light ups are even more amazing with the Sakura!

[slate nova]

I’ll be in Kyoto on 12/4 if anyone wants to hang and explore

[snow nest]

We are 3 at Kyoto today if anyone wants to meet up! We are near Kiyomizu-Gojo Station right now https://maps.app.goo.gl/1LVHx58K19RUuUuaA

We will grab a meal since we walked the Fushimi Inari-taisha early, but we can do whatever after that ^^

[pearl nacelle]

Just arrived! gonna drop stuff off at a coin locker lol

Can’t check in until 3pm 🫠

[terse sleet]

Hotels usually let you drop luggage off early

[pearl nacelle]

Mine’s kind of a ghetto air bnb. The reception desk is a 20 min walk away from my room

👀

[terse sleet]

Wowza

Adventure!

[faint marsh]

How long are y’all in town for? Do you know about all the illuminations?

[pearl nacelle]

got everything figured out on my end! Are you out with the group today as well? Bec if yall have space for +1 I’m down for anything 😄

[terse sleet]

I've got my res with @shadow wigeon at 3:30, and I'm on my way to drop off my luggage rn

But in Osaka

[pearl nacelle]

ooo no worries! 🙂

[faint marsh]

Please send all the crab pics!

[faint marsh]

I’m at the extreme north west part of town working my way down to Arashiyama and then heading to Tofuki this evening. Tomorrow I’m more flexible!

[pearl nacelle]

Ooo okay! I’m like south of kyoto station rn!

hmm we could perhaps arrange something tomorrow? :0

[pearl nacelle]

knee’s starting to act up again fml

[pearl nacelle]

found south square at kyoto station- there’s fake grass you can lay on and it’s pretty comfy lol

[faint marsh]

Tomorrow I’m probably going to do south arishiyama and hit up the temples around the moss temple and then Onsen then a light up on that side of town.

[mint quartz]

@jaunty kite how's kyoto so far for you and have you seen Myron yet

[jaunty kite]

@mint quartz Its freaking stunning here I love it gonna check out Nara tomorrow for a day

@mint quartz Myron came to Kyoto today we still need to meet up ✌️

You get to Kyoto tomorrow?

[cold crown]

Anyone wanna eat at nishiki market? There right now

[mint quartz]

29th

[oblique wave]

Any suggestions for natural hot springs we could visit in Kyoto please?

[ornate rampart]

Me too

[faint marsh]

https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/27-pdf.pdf

[heady wave]

Ah damn, looks like you're just south of where I'll be in Arashiyama. Have a nice trip tho. Moss Temple looks lovely

[snow nest]

We don't! We are sleeping there near the station (and involuntarly slept for a "quick rest" of like 5 hours :'D) so we'll be there for the remainning of the day. Tomorrow morning we'll go back at Osaka since we booked the aquarium/teamLab and back to Kyoto to spend the night.

I'll look up the illumination, didn't know about them 🙂

[faint marsh]

https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/152-pdf.pdf

Kodaji is great. All of them are nice. Especially if you didn’t get to see the temple during the day, now is your chance. But go NOW. It’s peak fall! Everyone will be out tonight but the rain might help stave off some folks.

[snow nest]

Thanks ❤️

[faint marsh]

I might start further north. I did the north temples but only 2 out of 4 because they were so lovely I ended up staying so much longer. I have to get an earlier start tomorrow!

[oblique wave]

Oh neat!! Thank you so much.

[faint marsh]

It’s all peak so you can’t really go wrong tonight.

[oblique wave]

Those are temples but I noticed you shared an onsen link too

[faint marsh]

I recommend FuFu. It’s walk in.

No reservations or anything like that needed.

[oblique wave]

Sweet

[heady wave]

Well in case we cross paths, I intend to be around Gio-ji/Nisonin-ji around 11am-ish, before I attempt my hike to Takao. Brown dude with a beard wearing Adidas.

[oblique wave]

I went to a public bathhouse 2 nights ago but all the baths were insanely hot

[oblique wave]

It's not mixed by any chance, is it? I'm looking for one I could go to with my SO

[faint marsh]

No, you’ll have to book a private Onsen somewhere else for that.

Or a ryokan with a private Onsen in your room.

[oblique wave]

Ok sounds good. Thank you! You know everything, wow.

[faint marsh]

The Japanese love to turn the heat on as soon as it’s Oct 1 and keep the Onsen at like 47C!

[oblique wave]

It was insane

[faint marsh]

I’ll keep you posted tomorrow on where I am and if it’s worth it!

[oblique wave]

And an electric bath too.

[low cloud]

You gotta use the ladle baste yourself like duck confit. First the legs then the rest of the body. And have a wet cold towel on top of your fore head

But some places turn up the temperature to kick people out and don’t want you lingering forever - aka popular public baths by bus stops

[oblique wave]

Lol that sounds about right.

Very highly recommend this sushi place omg it was absolutely delicious and fun: Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera Kyoto
[phone]
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sVnNM7zKD8zm7PN37?g_st=ic

No wait for a seat

[terse sleet]

I've found none of the sento/onsen I've been in were hot enough

Then again my boyfriend can't shower with me because it apparently "burns his skin"

[low cloud]

New husbando time 👌

[terse sleet]

I can't handle hot weather but love being cooked in water apparently

[faint marsh]

I owe you a drink! The light up was LIT and I was the ONLY foreigner! I made the news again!!!!!

[mint quartz]

Ye down ,
glad you had a blast

[faint marsh]

I did! I did the loop 3 times to be sure I was getting in all the leaves! Thank you again! And I called a taxi like magic. I feel so legit!

[stark fossil]

I'm in Kyoto! Anyone want to explore the bamboo forest and monkey area tomorrow morning with me??

[faint marsh]

Go early and enjoy!

[oblique wave]

Tama-no-yu
[phone]
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8Ro6Ln7frTRtcob8?g_st=ic

Clean, cheap, full of locals, hellishly hot water

[heady wave]

I'm hoping to be in the area tomorrow at around 10 to 11am-ish.

[gilded wigeon]

Sounds awesome! What light up was this?

[stark fossil]

Catch me at the arcade 😛

[faint marsh]

You’ll want to do bamboo way earlier than that.

That’s the “exit” at 11 AM today. I was on the bus.

[faint marsh]

I’ll play the drum game all night!

[faint marsh]

Tofukuji!

[heady wave]

Holy fudge sticks...
Welp, guess I best go to bed now. I'm coming from Osaka...

[gilded wigeon]

Nice! My time in kyoto has come to an end. It was too short, I'll catch it next time!

[faint marsh]

Safe travels!

[gilded wigeon]

I went at 7:30 today and there was a decent number of folks

[gilded wigeon]

Thank you!

[faint marsh]

It’s always busy but it’s worse as the day goes on until the light gets rough in there in the afternoon. Then it’s hard to get good shots so lot for folks bail.

Here’s a sample! It was great. They all are right now. The leaves are gorgeous all over the city. You can’t go wrong!

[gilded wigeon]

That really is beautiful

[faint marsh]

If you have your heart set on Arishiyama, I don’t want to discourage you, but you could go further north, avoid the crowds and have an awesome day and still see some bamboo.

I’d start here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/amhkzb6PcuFi32w49?g_st=ic

Walk down towards Arishiyama proper. Visit the tea houses and temples on the way down.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/3QZF64aYN1tGgQUS8?g_st=ic has a tiny bamboo grove of their own!

Then hit this street for fab photos and good shopping; https://maps.app.goo.gl/by322J2gf8m8GfN69?g_st=ic

Then see more bamboo and a great moss garden here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/UzkXLo3LjCjBag8A8?g_st=ic

If you aren’t templed out. https://maps.app.goo.gl/tqUDgeBajAhYom7G8?g_st=ic

Refresh with coffee here; go upstairs and enjoy the view. https://maps.app.goo.gl/qTvRf1QCoNBnFBZk9?g_st=ic

Then hit Hogon’s light up: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qvWLK7vanBpjbZEYA?g_st=ic

Then go relax at FufU https://maps.app.goo.gl/KuMwN2r9DU6UeAGLA?g_st=ic and catch the Hankyu line from there back to Osaka.

You’ll avoid 90% of the Arishiyama crowd, get better photos, and see a beautiful side of Kyoto most people never get to see.

[gilded wigeon]

You're honestly such a kind person for the help

[heady wave]

My plan was basically

• Get off the South Arashiyama station
• Walk through Togetsukyo Bridge upwards
• Walk to Gio-ji
• Walk through Saga Toriimoto Preserved Street
• Walk through Adashino Nembutsu-ji
• Walk to Otagi Nembutsu-ji
• Hike through to Jingo-ji
• Get the bus back to Kyoto and head home to Osaka.

I don't actually intend to visit the bamboo forest or the monkey park

[faint marsh]

Reverse this and it will be much more pleasant!

Aka start north and work south if you can make it work!

Arishiyama is sooooo unpleasant right now with all the tour groups.

You’ll also be going downhill which is way nicer!

[low cloud]

Hello cool stuff about Kyoto

It would be cool to stay in touch here, and get more Kyoto tips from ya

And I’ll take you and others for a drink or 2

[faint marsh]

Deal! Bring on the umeshu!

[low cloud]

I’ll check out the shinanoya and get some quality umeshu. How about Nama zake

[faint marsh]

This will be friggin fab! The leaves are GORGEOUS!

[low cloud]

I heard you got blasted with @terse sleet

[faint marsh]

We had so much sake and I didn’t realize it

[low cloud]

@heady wave stop by the sentoo too

[faint marsh]

Such tiny cups but they pack such a punch!

[heady wave]

Hmmmmm, if I reverse it then it will be a 2 hour a journey on train and bus just to get there. I dunno if I can handle that first thing.

Though granted going downhill is better than up

[faint marsh]

I’d say let the crowd dictate. You might see it and want to be on that bus.

But if you are early enough it may be tolerable.

[terse sleet]

Not blaaaasted

[low cloud]

Blaaastee

[cobalt hatch]

So what bar is still open rn and vibin? We‘re 3 ppl and just moved from Beer Bar Mamiya168

[stark fossil]

Starting my journey now! Thanks so much for this itinerary! I'm gonna follow it! Haha

[jaunty kite]

Anyone gonna be in Nara today, me and @pearl nacelle are on our way

[stark fossil]

Where can I buy local gifts that are not crazy overpriced? Like handfan, and those spinning tops that flip and spin on their handle - so cool

[low cloud]

Kyoto is genuine culture, thanks for supporting the Japanese economy 🙇🏻

[ember wharf]

Hello all,

Anyone planning to be in Kyoto from 12/4 to 12/7?

[pearl nacelle]

Lots of coughing and will be masking up today lol. not about to be raw dogging the air 😷

[faint marsh]

Before I cancel it, I have a reservation at 12-1 at Enkoji temple. They are not very strict on the time, just that you have the email. I’m nursing a headache from the weird pressure changes yesterday and just can’t. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Cv4mQy2w2rQWJCq96?g_st=ic

[gilded wigeon]

Damn that heart plaza store is closeddd

[gilded wigeon]

Hope you feel better soon!

Sorry to bother you @faint marsh but do you have similar store recommendations for Tokyo or Osaka? Like small items etc or handicrafts?

[faint marsh]

I don’t, I’m sorry, lots of places I liked didn’t survive Covid and I haven’t found their replacements yet

[gilded wigeon]

No worries!

[faint marsh]

How’s your adventure going? I got a super late start so I’m at the coffee shop I recommended because I think it’s about to rain on me.

[stark fossil]

I got there at 8am to the top temple and walked down along your route. It was so beautiful. I was surprised to find every temple had an entrance fee. But it was fine anyways. Then went to the bora ical garden. Now heading back to my hostel to rest a bit.

Didn't go into the bamboo forest since the other temple had some!

And skipped the monkeys because I've had enough of that species in India hahaha

[faint marsh]

Yeah, temples usually have fees. Shrines are normally free unless they are big big tourist draws.

[heady wave]

I wound up just going early. Still met lots of crowd on my way to the hike path but the hike itself was amazing. I'm just trapped in Jingo-ji right now waiting for the rain to end. Amazing place to be trapped in though

[faint marsh]

I was going to walk to Gio-ji nexg because it closes first and then hit Jingo.

[faint marsh]

Glad your hike was fab!

I’m waiting for the rain to stop in a coffee shop. The weather app on my iPhone is so terrible. I felt the pressure change. I can’t believe I left without an umbrella or rain coat.

It says it’s sunny! It LIES

[heady wave]

I was half thinking of walking back to Arashiyama but in all honesty, I'm probably gonna go home from Takao because I'm tired and have low phone battery. It's a shame we couldn't cross paths.

It took me hours to get to Jingo from Gio so it might get dark during your hike. This was my first hike though. Small obstructions made me panic throughout 😂

Are you going to hike it? I'd be scared shitless hiking in any level of darkness but then again I've never done it...

At least the weather is cleared up now

[faint marsh]

No no, just visit the temple.

[heady wave]

Oh, in which case we might cross paths after all. I'm just chilling at the temple for an hour, maybe two.

[heady wave]

Btw @faint marsh word of warning, Google maps says Jingo closes at 4pm.

In case anyone is curious I posted my iterinarary on reddit. Tomorrow will be Day Ten
https://www.reddit.com/r/JapanTravel/s/CT80wBZ5fy

Sorry @faint marsh but I'll be leaving soon. It's absolutely freezing out here. Don't recommend visiting now. You won't have time to do the plate throwing.

[faint marsh]

Ty! I’ll go tomorrow AM!

Send pics please!

[faint marsh]

So pretty. My fave ryokan is in that area.

[faint marsh]

Also, Chion is doing a light up if you want to do that tomorrow night instead of the next morning.

[heady wave]

Son of a bitch...
So many temples with light ups. I'll see if I have time

[faint marsh]

https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/152-pdf.pdf

Was trying to give you another day time temple slot 😉

[eager cliff]

This is so stunning! Whereabouts in Kyoto is this?

[heady wave]

Takao. I hiked from Arashiyama.
Here's where I got the hike from
https://www.japan-guide.com/ad/gateway-to-kansai/181024.html

It was a really great hike

[eager cliff]

I've been trying to find some hikes to do while I'm there! Thank you so much!

[faint marsh]

I’m at the Daikakuji pond light up. I don’t recommend it. You can’t walk the whole pond. Better light ups elsewhere.

[oblique wave]

Hi everyone! Any good tempura places in Kyoto I should visit for dinner tonight?

All the ones I find on google say huge queues 😫

[low cloud]

Spend that money

https://maps.app.goo.gl/gftc2FgR8kTYLf6Z9?g_st=ic

It’s g

It’s like the kyubei of tempura. Little pricey but gaijin service satisfaction guaranteed

[pearl nacelle]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/VjBpUdzhHAVDY6vX6?g_st=ic

[mint quartz]

If I arrive in kyoto like around 1-2 is it worth to hit some tourists spots or would it be too packed

[inner mantle]

Is there anyone in Kyoto today who could help me out? I’m unable to withdraw any cash… debit card is unfortunately expired and my credit card gives me an incorrect PIN error despite being certain it’s correct. Is there any chance someone with Paypal could take could take out cash for me? I’d send of course the amount in USD + some extra for the trouble… Right now I’m staying near Omiya station but could meet near Kyoto station.

[faint marsh]

How much cash do you need?

[inner mantle]

I’m only here for 3 more days, so I think 6 or 7 thousand is enough

[faint marsh]

I’m in your area (between Shijo and Gojo) and I’m running some errands right now, but I have cash on me.

What’s your itinerary today?

[low cloud]

20k

[inner mantle]

I’m at Arashiyama now, I expect to be back in the afternoon sometime, maybe 5 or 6? but I can be flexible

[low cloud]

And be extra generous 😂

[low cloud]

Truly a Kyoto Kami 🙇🏻

[faint marsh]

I was heading to south arashiyma (near the moss temple) to hit some temples and then im@going to KiyoMizu’s light up tonight

[inner mantle]

could we meet up here in Arashiyama? when do you think you’ll be here?

you would be lifesaver lol 🙏🏼

[faint marsh]

This is the closest I’ll be to the madhouse https://maps.app.goo.gl/DeH6cVmNi4wcZvS48?g_st=ic

I’m traumatized from the last few days of having to walk through the area. I got caught in between 4 Chinese tour groups and it was unpleasant to the max.

[inner mantle]

lol I gotcha. I’m at Arashiyama station now. if you’ll be there soon I’ll head down there

[faint marsh]

My goal is to be here around 4 to get to the other side of town. https://maps.app.goo.gl/uddubqMPoLo9Mo4fA?g_st=ic

[faint marsh]

I’m still running errands (aka the post office) near Shijo.

Send me a friend request and we will cross paths today.

I want you to enjoy your day.

Worst case I’ll meet you this evening after the light up between Omiya and Shijo. They are walking distance to each other.

[inner mantle]

awesome, thanks so much. could totally meet there at 4 but yeah let’s see. also it says you’re not accepting requests, maybe you can add me?

[faint marsh]

I just added you as a friend.

[heady wave]

I just watched GEAR in Kyoto. It was pretty cute.

[low cloud]

Did you get your money sorted

[faint marsh]

We were actually like steps away from the same coffee shop and we met up!

[low cloud]

Whoa cool

[faint marsh]

Kismet!

[inner mantle]

yeah shoutout to you, you’re my (japan trip’s) hero

[faint marsh]

Vxyr just happened to do a hike that dropped him near my favorite coffee shop in all of Kyoto!

[low cloud]

@faint marsh Is 国宝 status

3 treasures of Japan travel

@winterflower.senpai
@pi.chi.
@valid python

Honorably mention @steel plinth
@vernal sparrow
@tight coyote

[elfin lynx]

Hey! I just got into kyoto does anyone wanna get food later?

[heady wave]

Unfortunately I just ate at Mo's Burger so that's a no from me.

Was a nice burger.

I got the spicy burger and it wasn't even remotely spicy

But still nice

[mint quartz]

Where ya located you hoooser

I could eat

I'm just depo ing some stuff back at my room I'll be down later

[elfin lynx]

@mint quartz currently at golds by chohoji temple

Wanna meet around there at 7?

Or i can come somewhere let me know

[mint quartz]

I'm down for w/e haven't gotten back to.my hostel yet but I'll msg you when I'm read 7 seems good for now

I'm in shimgyo ward

[mint quartz]

@elfin lynx is like 30min from me

[elfin lynx]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NYhUWZUEXeksCb8x9?g_st=ic

Wanna meet here?

[gusty crest]

looks interesting. pity i ate not that long ago otherwise i would've been down haha

[mint quartz]

Ok but give me a few cause I gotta the bus

[mint quartz]

Like 40 min I'm heading

[elfin lynx]

@mint quartz how far out are you?

[mint quartz]

5 min ish sorry I had to walk half

Caused miss the bus

[elfin lynx]

Cool I’m chilling outside

Theres kinda a line

Down to go somewhere else but ill wait here

[mint quartz]

Yeah down for ww/e

Navy jacket black pants white shoe red hat

Bucee

[faint marsh]

Anyone have a hostel that has like a share pile or free to a good home shelf? I have random stuff that I don’t need but would feel bad throwing away (example; needed a battery for my toothbrush, need one, have 3 left, tour said to bring headphones, but they provided) so just little things but I hate to toss them.

[mint quartz]

@elfin lynx bro you didn't tell me you powerlift

I NEED TIPS

[faint marsh]

@mint quartz I owe you a drink! How long are you in Kyoto?

[mint quartz]

Haha leaving kyoto for osaka on like the 1st

Can you give me some tips for morning hike i only got 2 days cause today was wasted cause lost my wallet

Tryna hit somes before tourists and groups converge

[faint marsh]

If you scroll up a bit, @heady wave did a super cool hike between 2 awesome temples.

He used a Japan Guide article and said it was fab.

@inner mantle did a cool hike today from near the monkey park and coming out here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3Bf8kMDfypMep6cs6?g_st=ic

Both are on the western side of Kyoto. You have to hit Arishiyama at some point but both of these avoid the main tourists crowds and get in some gorgeous scenery.

[mint quartz]

Kk this helps a bunch

Wull use as a guide for tmw and next

Thx along

Alot

[faint marsh]

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Hgqek8svF2uysHvf6?g_st=ic

And if you don’t want to “hike” as much as have a pleasant stroll and stop a lot to see temples and drink tea, start at this temple via the bus and then walk down leisurely stopping at whatever looks cool and you’ll eventually end up in Arishiyama. Also don’t miss the temple light ups!

I highly recommend Kodaji. @inner mantle may have gone tonight and have the latest photos. I went like a month ago and it wasn’t red yet but still cool.

And at the end of your hike, go here to relax in the hot water. https://maps.app.goo.gl/4nDJYzevsw5LK72PA?g_st=ic

Light Ups; https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/152-pdf.pdf

[elfin lynx]

@mint quartz tips tonight after 1 beer

[stark fossil]

https://www.japan-guide.com/ad/gateway-to-kansai/181024.html

I'm planning to do this hike in arashiyama tomorrow, anyone wants to join?

[faint marsh]

It’s going to be fab! I few people have done this in the last week and all enjoyed it!

[stark fossil]

I'm also considering kurama to kibune hike in the next few days, added bonus of the maple tunnel train https://www.insidekyoto.com/kurama-to-kibune-hike

[faint marsh]

I did this. Take the free walking stick. Trust me.

[elfin lynx]

What time are you going tomorrow?

[stark fossil]

9-10 maybe? I'm open to anything

[faint marsh]

One side is stone steps. One side is wood steps that are uneven and lots of roots, so chose where you start based on your own knees 🙂

[mint quartz]

Yeah ok wanna hit like 1 illumination spot

[elfin lynx]

Down, lets meet up in the evening. Anyone is welcome as well.

[elfin lynx]

We can see some monkeys? I’m down wanna meet for 10?

[faint marsh]

Recommendations; Kodaji if you want a temple and garden light up experience (I think is the best mix of both!) Nijo Castle Naked Garden if you like art installations

Eikando if you just want to see red leaves at night.

[mint quartz]

I would rather walk 1 hr

Then take a 30 min bus this crowded

[faint marsh]

The buses are harsh at times.

I avoid them and take the subway as much as I can and then walk.

The 203/206/207 is my worst nightmare. They are so packed.

[stark fossil]

Thanks! Will do. How packed was the train?

[stark fossil]

Last day of koyumizu dera illuminations, I went last night. Very crowded but very pretty.

[mint quartz]

207 checking in

The initial stop was like 3 people with 10 people on the bus

[stark fossil]

Yes! Monkey park entrance at 10 am tomorrow, see you there!

[mint quartz]

Down for w/e u guys decided

[faint marsh]

It wasn’t bad at all!

[mint quartz]

All japan declining young population must be in kyoto rn

[gusty crest]

Let us know where you guys are headed and I'll try join

[elfin lynx]

You’re down for whatever?

[elfin lynx]

Some place with food and drinks preferably

[mint quartz]

Yeah sure

Just gotta be near an illumination place if possible idc which just wanna see one cause tmw I'm going to osaka

[elfin lynx]

@faint marsh Any recommendations?

[faint marsh]

Kodaji, Eikando, Nijo, are all fab. I’m doing Kiyomizu tonight because I’ve been trying to avoid the area 😉

[mint quartz]

Kiyomizu probably gonna look gorgeous it was breathtaking in the morning

Packed af tho

Beauty of man Made with the serene background of nature

[faint marsh]

It’s a gorgeous temple. I always tell folks to go even with the crowd because it’s really pretty!

[elfin lynx]

@mint quartz wanna do kodaji?

[mint quartz]

Yeah sure

[mint quartz]

Yeah makes you feel in awe of man and earth

[elfin lynx]

Idk when that illumination thing starts

[mint quartz]

Uhh there was a website from kyoto the city itself pi-chi linked it one sec

https://global.kyoto.travel/resource/global/download/152-pdf.pdf

[faint marsh]

If you collect goshuin, the limited glow in the dark one at Kodaji is at the entrance!

[elfin lynx]

Wanna grab food at 7 near there and head over @mint quartz @gusty crest

[mint quartz]

Say less

[mint quartz]

Yessir

I fucked up I left my book at the hostel in tokyo and kyoto

Paper one cool too

[ornate rampart]

SOON™️

[mint quartz]

Kyoto gonna have all the scenic and colors you'll want is gorgeous

[faint marsh]

The glow in the dark one is paper!

[mint quartz]

Haha I just went home to rest change and pick up my book

That's OK

I have a lot of papers

The book I bought only has one stamp cause I kept forgetting it

[faint marsh]

It happens. Paper is cool too. You get to do arts and crafts. I used to do tape that looks like a white out thingy, but it ripped one of my papers and now I’m a glue stick girl. I found this blue one that turned clear so I can see the edges easily and not make a mess 🙂

[heady wave]

Hello. I'm in a bit of a problem. Does anyone think they can call me a taxi? I'm stuck on a highway because the route I was expected to hike was actually closed

https://maps.app.goo.gl/XLpcx5bBcVgrK7qYA

[mint quartz]

Oh shit

[heady wave]

See my real-time location on Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MnTX5EWtQbpvF9Qw9

[mint quartz]

Uhh I can call but I can't speak japanese

What's your English ish location I'll try calling and hoping they speak English

[heady wave]

Hold off for now, I think I can just walk it

[faint marsh]

I have a taxi app. I can try but I’m not sure if it will@work since the location of my phone won’t match

[mint quartz]

Gl

[faint marsh]

If you can’t let us know

[heady wave]

I'm good. I eventually got to a bus stop. On a bus back

[mint quartz]

@elfin lynx ayo quick question do we leave at 7 or arrive at 7

Cause I just looked it up it's 57 min away for me lmao

Which makes no sense

Cause I was literally just there today and it felt like 30 min

I'm heading there on bus gmap says 7 17

[elfin lynx]

Kodaji temple? Were grabbing food around there right

717 is all good for me

[mint quartz]

Yeah down

[mint quartz]

Make that 737 sir I got on the wrong bus have to walk back to the same station

Me dum didn't look at bus number before getting in

Yiu can pick any place

[elfin lynx]

No worries brotha

https://maps.app.goo.gl/uXLpXg1PMK1yywH79?g_st=ic

This place beside the temple

[mint quartz]

Aight

Just gotta pray on the traffic God

Who's just been dealing reds

[gusty crest]

hey i won't be able to make dinner but i'll try and meet you guys after for kodaiji

[mint quartz]

Is that place long line or no don't want you waiting outside in this cold

[elfin lynx]

Im not even there yet

If it is ill pick something else

[mint quartz]

Oh haha yeah

My bus route is to kodaji so I get off bus at like 730

I'll check out the restaurant