The road to the bridge is known as the Sagano shopping district and is home to many Kyoto highlights. It’s lined with plenty of restaurants and tourist shops. It’s an ideal place to relax and ...

is the Togetsukyo Bridge (Moon Crossing Bridge), which flows over the Hozu River. Built during Japan’s Heian Period (794-1185), when Kyoto was Japan’s capital, it was reconstructed in the 1930s.

Multiple structures of the historic Lake Biwa Canal here are set to be designated as national treasures and important cultural properties. Wh･･･ ...

We downloaded the kotobike bike-sharing app, found two bikes in a nearby garage (tip: for day passes, each rider needs a separate account) and pedaled north from the Marutamachi Bridge.

is the Togetsukyo Bridge (Moon Crossing Bridge), which flows over the Hozu River. Built during Japan’s Heian Period (794-1185), when Kyoto was Japan’s capital, it was reconstructed in the 1930s.

And Kyoto fell into decline ... Children in school uniforms crossed a little stone bridge. After a 10-minute stroll north, the river opened onto Okazaki Park and the wider, deeper, emerald ...