A beautiful temple to visit, especially in the morning when the light hits just right. What makes Daitoku-ji unique is its Christian background, look for the small cross located in one of the gardens. A must visit is the “garden of solitary sitting,” if you are lucky you will be one of the only ones there to truly take it all in. 

A charming secret coffee spot tucked away on a tiny alleyway in Kyoto. It oozes antique charm and is run by (you guessed it) a lovely husband and wife team who ensure that each guests feels as comfortable as possible. Though its menu is limited you are in for a treat here.

This breathtaking hotel set in a secret garden and is surrounded by more than 32 hectares of dense forests. While it is pricey, if you can even get a one night stay here, it will be well worth your money. 

This tiny but lovely atelier by Ko Kado is well worth a visit. With beautiful and intricate stationery using original printing blocks the decoration paper is simply stunning. A master of his crafts, call into this studio simply to admire and marvel at his works.