KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE May 2025 has been published

The 386th issue of KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE, May 2025, has been published in print as well as New Articles have been up online

This Month’s Features:

Dashi

- The Essence of Japanese Cuisine

Aoi Matsuri Festival

– Kyoto's Majestic Festival of Tradition

What’s on in the Old Capital This Month

— Quiet temples, gardens, farmers & the nostalgic life of people

Run Through Kyoto

– Recommended jogging and routes for runners of all levels

 

Cover photo: Azaleas in Bloom at Shinsen-en Temple garden - In early May, the Shinsen-en Temple garden comes alive with the vivid pinks of blooming azaleas. This serene oasis blends natural beauty with cultural heritage, offering visitors a peaceful escape.

Photo courtesy of Motitz Marutschke, a German photographer and a long-term resident of Japan. To see more of his superb photos of Kyoto, visit his website: kyotographer.com

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