Self drive to Shirakawa-go

Self drive to Shirakawa-go

Shirakawa-go is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, Japan. We had a rental car and drove to Shirakawa-go to view the famous historical farmhouses.  Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Purchasing through them earns us a...
Staying in a Takayama ryokan with a toddler

Staying in a Takayama ryokan with a toddler

Are you wondering about staying in a Japanese ryokan with a toddler? We felt a little unsure about it too, but it turned out to be a wonderful experience. Disclaimer: links in this post are affiliate. Purchasing through them will earn us a small commission at no extra...
Driving to Inuyama Castle

Driving to Inuyama Castle

After getting our rental car, we were on the road and driving to Inuyama Castle.  Kyoto to Nagoya We weighed up the options of how to get to Kyoto Station from The Citadines with all our luggage. It was a weekday morning. The subway was out of the question with 2...
Kinkakuji and Arashiyama

Kinkakuji and Arashiyama

Our plan for the day was to first visit Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) and then head to Arashiyama to explore this beautiful area of Kyoto. Read our entire itinerary from this Japan trip here. Disclaimer: links in this post are an affiliate. Purchasing through them earns...
Walking from Kiyomizudera to Ginkakuji

Walking from Kiyomizudera to Ginkakuji

On our third day in Kyoto we would be walking from Kiyomizudera to Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) through Kyoto’s streets, past temples and along the Philosopher’s Path. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Purchasing through them earns us a small...