illumination


  • Daikaidan illumination at Kyoto Station

    Daikaidan illumination at Kyoto Station

    Kyoto, known for its rich cultural heritage and history, is home to many iconic landmarks and attractions. However, it is not just heritage and history; Kyoto also combines the new with the old – sometimes in surprising ways. One of the results is the Daikaidan (Grand Stairs) on top of Kyoto Station. At night, these…


  • Toji Temple: Viewing the cherry blossoms at night

    Toji Temple: Viewing the cherry blossoms at night

    In a previous post, I wrote about visiting Toji temple in 2022 when I first came to Kyoto. At that time it was May and the cherry blossoms were long past. This year during a two-week break, I was able to spend part of it in Kyoto during the cherry blossom season. Blooming of the…