Gion Matsuri (Festival) with Japanese relatives
Brian, Jeannine, and I had the opportunity to attend one of Japan's most famous festivals: The Gion Matsuri (Festival) in Kyoto. My...
Geishas, Maikos, and Yukata Clad Women in Kyoto's Gion District
Can you believe that Geishas in Japan still exist? Geiko are traditional Japanese female entertainers who act as hostesses whose skills...
Motonago Ryokan in Kyoto's Gion District
"Good morning! This is your wakeup call. May we take away your futon bedding now so we can bring your breakfast in?" The early morning...
Kyoto, the Thousand-Year Capital
After spending the last couple of days in Kyushu visiting relatives, Brian and I arrived in beautiful Kyoto. Our dear friend Jeannine...
Visiting relatives in Kyushu, Southern Japan
Brian and I had the honor of spending an amazing 5 days visiting our Japanese relatives in Southern Japan: Kagoshima, Kyushu. It was an...