We follow our hostess through the twisting and turning hallways of the converted samurai-era estate, enjoying the occasional flashes of Japanese garden. We stopped momentarily to admire the giant wooden sake brewing equipment from a previous iteration of the building. She smiles...
Arashiyama is one of the most popular sightseeing areas in Kyoto. The wide, rushing Hozu river, towering bamboo, monkey park and quaint scenery are something to behold. No matter the time of year, it is bustling with tourists and school groups eager...