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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
Your personal safety is not much of an issue in Kyoto. Regardless, it always...
Last edited: November 26, 2006
History 
Kyoto has a very long history in the empire of Japan that historians can date...
Last edited: January 12, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: January 20, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
To get a quick orientation on Kyoto and what the city has to offer, make sure...
Last edited: November 26, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
One of the best times to visit Kyoto, and Japan for that matter, is in the fall...
Last edited: November 26, 2006
Avoiding Smoke-Filled Rooms 
If you go to Japan you will soon get used to the smell of cigarette smoke...
Last edited: June 11, 2006
Background 
Kyoto was Japan’s imperial city until 1868, and held this coveted position in...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Cockroaches 
Cockroaches.....need I say more.  They are fast, ugly, and hated World-wide...
Last edited: June 29, 2008
Things To Do 
In Kyoto, there are plenty of things to do.  You can stay entertained no matter...
Last edited: August 28, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Kansai International Airport, located just outside of Osaka, is the main...
Last edited: January 20, 2008
Getting Around 
Kyoto is a relatively easy city to navigate. Streets are set on a grid system...
Last edited: July 03, 2006
Public Transportation 
Kyoto, like any other major city, has a complex public transportation system of...
Last edited: January 20, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Renting a car while in Kyoto is possible, but in reality it is just not worth...
Last edited: September 07, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
With over 500 festivals held throughout the year, there's a good chance that...
Last edited: July 09, 2006
Nightlife 
Kyoto has its fair share of nightlife, and many of the locals know how to get...
Last edited: July 12, 2006
The Performing Arts 
The popularity of the movie based on the book  'Memoirs of a Geisha' by Arthur...
Last edited: July 09, 2006
Shopping 
Kyoto has some great shopping, especially if you want traditional Japanese arts...
Last edited: November 28, 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Kyoto is chock-full of authentic Japanese cuisine restaurants.  Most places...
Last edited: December 18, 2006
Casual Japanese lunch spots 
The Rice Ball Cafe is a charming little restaurant which offers good value...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Introduction 
Stepping out of Kyoto Station, your eyes immediately trail to a long...
Last edited: November 28, 2006
Kobe Beef restaurant - with a difference 
Grill Miyata (Kyoto): If you stumble on this gem of a restaurant, don't walk...
Last edited: August 06, 2008
Vegetarian Options 
Vegetarian dining in Japan can be a challenge if you don't know where to go...
Last edited: February 25, 2008
Yes,　octopus balls 
Try this fast food, which is highly popular with students. These balls consist...
Last edited: July 08, 2007
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Inside Japan: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Japan is a cash society.  Luckily, it is the safest country in the world so...
Last edited: March 20, 2008
Emergencies 
Police: dial 110 Fire / Ambulance: dial 119 Japan Helpline: 0120 461 997 toll...
Last edited: June 15, 2006
Important Phrases 
Hello  Kon-nichi-wa(stan... Japanese) Maido(=My-dough) (Osaka dialect) Good-bye...
Last edited: April 11, 2008
Telephones 
Telephone numbers in Japan consist of three parts, for example, (03...
Last edited: June 29, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is rarely seen in Japan; however, in Japanese-style in... can put...
Last edited: February 27, 2008
Japanese toilets,　FYI for women 
Just so you'll know and won't be disconcerted when you first come to Japan...
Last edited: July 31, 2007
Onsen (Public Bath) Etiquette 
Onsens are public baths with water sourced from the hot springs that can be...
Last edited: July 22, 2008
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