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Kyoto Fun Podcast

By: Niall Gibson
  • Summary

  • The perfect travel companion for Japan. The Kyoto Fun podcast is filled with tips, insights and fun stories from a professional tour guide based in Kyoto, Japan. Learn all about what makes Japan such a fascinating place. We talk about how to order in restaurants, how to find great sushi, table manners, public baths, geisha culture, samurai, current events and much much more. We also interview local experts of food culture, zen Buddhism, tea ceremony and more. Enjoy learning all about Japan before you come!
    Copyright Niall Gibson
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Episodes
  • Hiroshima: a day trip from Kyoto exploring the Peace Memorial and Miyajima Island
    Nov 10 2022
    Listen to this episode which takes you on a day trip to Hiroshima, one of our favourite cities in West Japan. We visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park and then head over to Miyajima to see the sacred deer and the torii gate floating in the sea.
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    35 mins
  • All you need to know to ride the "shinkansen" bullet train in Japan
    Jul 20 2022
    Learn all about the Shinkansen bullet train of Japan. We talk about the history, interesting facts, and design as well as tips on how to buy tickets and what to expect on board. Enjoy the ride!
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    32 mins
  • Vending Machines in Japan: the unique things you can buy!
    Aug 19 2021
    The vending machines of Japan are known around the world for their interesting offerings. But did you know there are more than 5 million of them in the country? Tune in to learn more from your local resident host in this episode of the Kyoto Fun podcast.

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    14 mins

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