Evening in Kyoto town promises a certain magic. Sunsets over mountains. Paper lantern lit laneways come to life. Geiko and Maiko slow trot to appointments. Power lines lean and whisper in the half light. Shadow and shine. Come with me – I’ll show you. Just a few spots […]
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In an attempt to escape Kyoto’s increasingly insane heat in Early August a couple of years back we decided to take a mini-break to gorgeous Kanazawa. Had we known it was in the middle of a heatwave and it would feel every bit as hot and humid […]
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This is one of my favourite Kaiseki restaurants. And it’s not in Kyoto (shock, horror..) I so wish I could share the name with you – but if I did I’d have to kill you. However, that doesn’t mean I can’t SHOW you… it is […]
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Literally this time. Meandering. And a hint of red, sometimes more.
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“Spending time in Kyoto with Jane gave me a deeper insight into the Japanese culture. The Japanese emphasis on beautiful presentation and how they represent nature and the seasons have been an almost subconscious influence on me. Because of Jane’s experience and network I had greater access […]
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Toraya, founded in the 16th Century, in one of Kyoto’s most prestigious makers of Wagashi – traditional Japanese confectionery. Now if you don’t know anything about Wagashi – here’s an earlier post about my fascination for the stuff! There are now many stores throughout Japan including 2 […]
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A snowy drive to a friend’s sake brewery followed by lunch in a wild foods restaurant in deepest Gifu prefecture. Mountain time. Take a look. Fascinated by sake stats. Thanks to my generous friend Kozaemon san the gang got the lowdown on the ins and outs […]
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Zenbu Zen takes you on a very personal ‘armchair’ escape to Kyoto, Japan with food and travel writer Jane Lawson. This book includes an informative, easy to read narrative with details about Japanese ingredients and plenty of authentic recipes. Plus the book is so beautifully […]
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Kyoto Meanderings. No. 1. Kyoto Meanderings. No. 2.
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There are many wonderful hidden museums and galleries in Japan – I’m forever discovering them but this particular place has been a favourite for many years. Kawai Kanjiro was a famous Mingei (folk craft) artist who lived the majority of his working life in Kyoto in […]
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