Tourism has transformed Kyoto but the information online has stayed the same
šØItās finally here! Beyond The Tourist Trail: Kyoto Edition is a comprehensive, all-inclusive travel guide of 30+ of my favourite unique, alternative locations and food experiences in Kyoto thatāll see you avoiding the crowds, supporting the local economy where it counts and having an amazing trip! š¤© I lived in Osaka (right next to Kyoto) for 8 years so I know the city like the back of my hand and Iām all too familiar with the āhidden gemsā articles try to sell you on. A lot of Kyoto guides online are written by people whoāve never actually been there and are just recycling information from elsewhere (I actually knew someone who did this š³) so itās easy to get caught out with misinformation and outdated recommendations. Iāve personally visited every location in this guide, sometimes multiple times in different seasons, so youāll know itās accurate, up-to-date information, curated for travellers like you!
Also included is seasonal recommendations, must try food experiences, a guide for vegans and vegetarians, accommodation and where to stay, Japanese phrases to use on the go and Japan wide travel tips that Iāve learned from living here for almost 10 years. Every location is accessible with public transport, family friendly and clearly presented with maps and beautiful photography so itāll take all the stress out of your planning.
šØMy previous guide, Beyond the Tourist Trail (off-the-beaten-path locations accessible from Osaka and Tokyo) has been updated for 2025 with brand new locations included so if youāve already bought that one, youāll get an email soon with a link to download it for free and a discount code for the Kyoto guide at 25% off! š
After years of research, writing, travelling and photographing, Iām so so proud of the finished product and I think youāre going to love it. The link is in my bio. ā¤ļø
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I watched this video 10 times, and each time I laughed like it was the first time. Just like my jokesš
Heck yeah, your guides are amazing
As someone who cannot drive in Japan, I would love it if you could include references to local drivers in your guide. I want away from the busy areas but that also means no or limited public transportation. And if there are no Uber or Taxies then it would be great if there were local drivers or guides that took you to some of these places. At a cost of course … Thank you for the great content.