Another Side of Kyoto | Hidden Countryside Trip to Ohara, Miyama & Yokai Village | JAPAN TRAVEL VLOG

Another Side of Kyoto | Hidden Countryside Trip to Ohara, Miyama & Yokai Village | JAPAN TRAVEL VLOG

Good morning everyone, this is Mona😊 I’m in Kyoto today. I was born in Kyoto and raised in Osaka. When I come back to Kansai region (western Japan), I somehow feel at ease. This time, I’m planning to travel mainly around the countryside of Kyoto! Since I’m in Kyoto, I definitely can’t miss out on matcha sweets💚 Alright, let’s head out! It’s about an hour by bus from Kyoto Station. I have arrived in Ohara. It’s so quiet. The sound of rustling leaves and the chirping of insects is soothing. The leaves are starting to change color🍁 First, I’ll head to a temple famous for its beautiful moss garden! There are many shops lined up in front of the temple. It seems I take off my shoes here. Let’s head to the guest hall. Wow, what beauty. I can’t help but be mesmerized. Next, I head to the moss garden. Sanzen-in is a prestigious temple with over 1,200 years of history. A peaceful place where historic architecture and beautiful nature coexist. It has a mystical atmosphere. The stone statues of Jizo with their expressive faces. It almost feels like walking through another world. Let’s explore further up the stone steps. Now, let’s walk along the approach to Sanzen-in. The cold whole pickled cucumber is light taste and delicious♡ There are many restaurants and souvenir shops lined up, so just walking around is fun. On the way, I discovered a restaurant with a lovely atmosphere! Let’s go in. This is a restaurant renovated from an old Japanese house. Apparently, I’ll be enjoying lunch made with fresh local vegetables. I’m happy that there are so many kinds of dishes. Today’s vegetables are winter melon, Chinese cabbage, and onion. This Yuzu (Japanese citrus fruit) dressing is absolutely delicious😋 Although it’s a bit sad to leave, I’ll head back to central Kyoto for now. I’ve come to an event I’ve been interested in. This fall, countless Yokai (Japanese folk monster) are said to be living in this village. As Japan’s old townscapes disappeared, the Yokai who once lived there lost their places to belong. So, they’ve moved to this village, where the atmosphere of the past still lingers. Wow, the Yokai are gathering! As dusk approaches, they become more active. I’ve arrived at today’s hotel. Oh, there’s an alcoholic beverages tasting event going on! I’ll have a matcha beer🥰 This is today’s room. I often stay at hotels from this brand because they’re clean and comfortable. I’ll have dinner at the roadside station adjacent to the hotel. Wow, Tempura set meal packed with volume! Kyotamba is famous for its black beans. Maybe I’ll buy some alcohol to take the hotel♡ Good night😉 Good morning! I’ve arrived at today’s destination. The murmur of the river is so soothing. This is a beautiful village where Japan’s traditional scenery still remains. It has a nostalgic, old-fashioned atmosphere. At the unmanned store, I found some green Yuzu (Japanese citrus fruit)! Thatched-roof houses, where people still live today, are scattered throughout the area. It truly is a “living cultural heritage.” It’s starting to feel like autumn. Suddenly, a torii gate appeared! Let’s climb it. Wow, what a nice view✨ I’ll have brunch here. It looks delicious😍 The eggs are fluffy. Delicious♡ It even comes with pickles! This is a small museum that feels like a hideaway. Let’s go inside. The first floor seems to be an indigo dyeing workshop. Wow, beautiful💙 Let’s go up to the second floor. Many beautiful works are on display. Now, let’s take a little break. This cafe is attached to a direct-sale egg shop. It is gentle and light taste♡ I found a shrine standing on a hilltop. Solemn atmosphere. I can feel a sacred energy here. The quietness feels so comforting. Let’s worship. Maybe I’ll do my best again starting tomorrow. This channel brings you unique travel experiences in Japan. The detailed trip itinerary of this video is available for download through channel memberships. If you like this video, please like, comment, and subscribe to my channel. Thank you for watching! See you again🍁

Hi everyone, this is Mona😊

This time, I will be traveling around another lesser known side of Kyoto.

I enjoyed exploring Ohara and Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, quiet and beautiful countryside towns in autumn, as well as TOEI Kyoto Studio Park, where Yokai (Japanese folk monster) are said to dwell🍁

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0:00 Opening
0:34 Kyoto Station (Matcha Sweets)
2:05 Arrival at Ohara
3:44 Sanzen-in Temple
7:40 Stroll along the approach to Sanzen-in Temple
8:42 Shino Shoumon (lunch)
10:31 TOEI Kyoto Studio Park (Yokai Village)
13:51 Fairfield BY MARRIOTT Kyoto Kyotamba (today’s hotel)
14:57 Kyoto Kyotamba Ajimunosato (dinner)
16:24 Arrival at Miyama’s Thatched Village (Kayabuki no Sato)
18:37 Kamitsure (branch)
19:56 THE LITTLE INDIGO MUSEUM
22:38 Cafe Milan
23:38 Chii Hachiman Shrine

Fairfield BY MARRIOTT Kyoto Kyotamba : https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ukyfk-fairfield-kyoto-kyotamba/overview/

Music provided by BGM President
Track : Countryside Bus Stop 2 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sc6OJ3Yz9DE&t=34s
Track : fallen leaves in the autumn wind – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XnkVEWhI8M
Track : Feeling Like Autumn – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4U_ApbAXVs
Track : Autumn – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsZA4hcHd_0
Track : Falling – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwp8eJxFgUc

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