Slated for: November 1, 2021
With Kyoto and Tokyo in mind for our next Japan Journey, we are reading Alex Kerr’s Another Kyoto and Pico Iyer’s The Lady and the Monk: Four Seasons in Kyoto, and A Beginner’s Guide to Japan.
Our first step is to book a historical ryokan for two nights. Since we will spend more for these exceptional and traditional accommodations, we will set those dates first and work the rest of our trip from here.
Photo credit: Chris Rowthorn: see his following article.
We are also reading Mineko Iwasaki’s autobiographical Geisha of Gion. The book Memoirs of a Geisha and the movie are based on Mineko Iwasaki life but are terribly inaccurate in important ways. Read Iwasaki’s book for a true account of Gion’s Floating World, where we plan to stay for part of our next visit to Japan.
The Philosopher's Path in Kyoto
We also plan to rent a Gion home while in Kyoto
This home sleeps 5 and is located close to the Philosopher's Path.
This link will take you to a website giving you access to rental homes in Tokyo, Kyoto and other beautiful cities. Scroll to the bottom to see the Teppanyaki House.
Beyond Kyoto
Watch a short video about the Mie Prefecture, Unforgettable Japan.
OTHER IDEAS FOR OUR FUTURE TRAVEL IN JAPAN
Osaka to Nara
Japan By The Sea: Hot springs and white sandy beaches. Shirahama Beach, not far from Osaka.
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Misconceptions about Japanese Trains
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Become a Ninja in Tokyo
