Near Nijo Castle · Kyoto · Tea & cafes
Kyoto Ogawa Shoyaku CAFE
Botanical teas and thoughtfully paired sweets, between walks around Kyoto.
Explore this placeASIAN WISDOM & WELLBEING JOURNAL
A little wisdom.
A little time
for yourself.
Tea, food, beauty and places to slow down. Discover the everyday pleasures of Asian traditions, through a contemporary Japanese lens.
Find your next stopA GENTLER WAY TO EXPLORE
Let curiosity
lead the way.
A cup of tea. A meal made with care. An unhurried night away. TOYO BIYORI connects the wisdom of Asian self-care with small choices you can enjoy today.
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Places worth a pause.
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A little closer to Japan.
Bathing & travel
Onsen, sento or sauna? Choosing a place to warm up in Japan
Understand the differences, read the signs and make room for rest before and after a bath.
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Culture & experiences
Shakyo and shabutsu: a respectful first visit to a Japanese temple workshop
An introduction to copying sutras and tracing Buddhist images, with practical questions to ask before joining.
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Food & tea
A quiet cup with a kyusu: brewing Japanese tea without fuss
You can keep your weekday tea bags. Make a little room for loose-leaf tea when you have time.
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A first selection, made for exploring.
Explore ten stories and six places in Kyoto and Tokyo. More of our Japanese journal is waiting in the Japanese edition. An English introduction does not mean a venue offers service in English; check each listing before you visit.