Kyoto Local Customs

 12 Reviews  In Gion at a Geisha bar. Again, this was only possible via an introduction. The Geisha were more sophisticated than the Maiko. They focused on the male members of our party. I asked a friend who often... 

 7 Reviews  The Kyoto dialect (Kyo-kotoba) is quite distinct from standard Japanese and other dialects. Because it developed in the ancient capital, the feeling it gives Japanese people when they hear it is one... 

 5 Reviews  Most of the bathrooms in Japan (just the local ones not those in luxury hotels and upclass shopping malls), are not equipped with papertowels to wipe hands. By having a wash cloth in your pocket will... 

 7 Reviews  Maruyama Park, at the eastern end of Shijo-dori, behind the Yasaka Shrine, becomes a busy and festive place in spring. The many cherry trees there are a riot of blossom and centre-stage stands a giant... 

 4 Reviews  Gion Matsuri is held annually in Kyoto and is probably one of the most famous festival in all of Japan. It is on during the entire month of July and the Yama-boko Junkō, which is the parade with... 

 Toshioohsako Says:  Kiyomize Temple (UNESCO's Cultural Heritage site) is one of the most frequently visited temples in Kyoto. The locals come here to enjoy the beauty the nature... 

 stamporama Says:  If you wish to hear Sunday Mass, this church holds English service at 12 noon.It is right beside the Kyoto Royal Hotel on Kawaramachi St., about 2 mins. walk... 

 joiwatani Says:  Most of the water glasses of restaurants in Japan are small and tiny. I for one drink a lot of water so when I am at the restaurant I request for more... 

 joiwatani Says:  Most restaurants in Japan only give one napkin on the table for each person. They don't give away stacks of napkins. So, if you needed one, make sure to request... 

 joiwatani Says:  As we arrived in Kyoto the first day, my sisters and I had to kill time before our check in time at the hotel. (The check in time is actually at 3 pm instead of... 

 daryll Says:  Cherry Blossom Forecast! Is there such a thing?Apparently, yes in Japan. If you often watch TV or Newspaper they often forecast about cherry blossom fall and... 

 daryll Says:  I realise one cultural expect that we all tourist must observe and learn from the Japanese; particularly when taking a train or bus or even metro.Things I... 

 VolsUT Says:  The residence of Kyoto are almost too classy. They are outstandingly friendly they go out of their way to do nice things for non locals. In Japan more then... 

 VolsUT Says:  Pichino is a popular game in Japan it is a casino style game played with small metal balls. The more balls you get the better things you get when you win. It is... 

 Pixiekatten Says:  Okuni stands by a bridge crossing Kamogawa - wearing a samurai sword and a fan.She's also called Izumo No Okuni and was a Japanese dancer who is credited as... 

 Pixiekatten Says:  Kamagawa stretches for about 30km and throughout Kyoto there are pathways so you can walk along the river. In the afternoon there's usually lots of couples... 

 GNBlue Says:  Kyoto get lot of visitors not only adalt tourists but also field trip students,most Japanese students do the sights of Kyoto on their school excursionthey makes... 

 bkoon Says:  Ryokan are accommodations, peculiar to Japan. And its the only one of its form in the world. Ryokan are an excellent accommodation as good as hotel. The... 

 bkoon Says:  Yes, I tried it once. Many visitors do not know the procedure when bathing in a public hot bath.Basically, what you have to do is as follows :1. Walk into the... 

 devmicha Says:  This may not be completely local but something you will run into anywhere in Japan.When you walk down the street or go to a phone booth.... In the public... 

 husain Says:  thats what the banner reads i was told.this banner and other similar sights-- with the economy in a downward spial-- they are becoming more commonplace now---... 

 asantetravel Says:  If people on cell phones bother you – you will be driven crazy in Japan! People use them everywhere on the train, in restaurants, and even on the tea-cup ride... 

 kat_on_moray Says:  UGLY CONCRETE BUILDINGSI don't know how it happened, but it has happened all over the country: a bunch of foul, dirty, concrete monstrosities have been created...