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Nara itinerary - Todai-ji

Nara Itinerary: a guide for first time visitors

March 8, 2019 //  by Mae-Gene//  Leave a Comment

Nara is one of the most popular day trips from Kyoto. And for a good reason – this beautiful city is home to endless temples, shrines and the super adorable deer that roam about Nara, stealing maps and munching on deer snacks. To help other travelers visit Nara, I’ve put together a Nara itinerary. So …

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4 day Kyoto Itinerary

The Ultimate 4 day Kyoto Itinerary

January 19, 2018 //  by Mae-Gene//  10 Comments

If you’re planning your first trip to Kyoto, Japan, I’ve put together a 4 day Kyoto Itinerary, just for you! If you think of Tokyo as a modern city, Kyoto is like it’s older, more traditional sibling. If you’re after cultural experiences – temples, old architecture, beautiful Japanese gardens and Shrines, well Kyoto is for you. Kyoto …

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how to avoid crowds in kyoto

How to avoid the crowds when visiting Kyoto

November 17, 2017 //  by Mae-Gene//  10 Comments

Other than Tokyo, Kyoto is the most popular city for tourists visiting Japan. Every time I’ve visited Kyoto – whether it be during fall, in sweltering summer or during the ever popular sakura (cherry blossom) season, I’ve had a tough time navigating crowds. As a photography lover, it’s always proven challenging to get beautiful photos …

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