Japan

Let's talk about Kitsune - Kyoto, Japan

In today's episode, I'm taking you to Kyoto. We'll visit a famous sacred site, where I'll explain, among other things, the purpose of those orange gates, and we'll learn more about the symbolism of the mysterious kitsune foxes. I'll also show you how to travel by train, go for giant sushi, wander the streets of Kyoto during the day, and visit some atmospheric places in the evening. We start with a classic vlog, a coffee break, and a journey from Osaka to Kyoto! Enjoy! :)

Kitty R.

In today’s episode, I’m taking you to Kyoto. We’ll visit a famous sacred site, where I’ll explain, among other things, the purpose of those orange gates, and we’ll learn more about the symbolism of the mysterious kitsune foxes. I’ll also show you how to travel by train, go for giant sushi, wander the streets of Kyoto during the day, and visit some atmospheric places in the evening. We start with a classic vlog, a coffee break, and a journey from Osaka to Kyoto!

Hiroshima and forest bathing

Today's episode may be a bit triggering as we visit Hiroshima and the museum. Second half of the video is way more relaxing as I take you in the nature for forest bathing. We visit buddist temple deep in the forest.

Kitty R.

In today’s episode, a real dualism - first, a sad and difficult history - Hiroshima and the explosion of the atomic bomb, and in the second part, a Buddhist temple hidden in the mountains, Japanese forest bathing.

OSAKA

From Tokyo, we went to Osaka. For the first time, I struggled with being refused entry to a restaurant because I was a foreigner. But I found other options, where I was warmly welcomed, so it was fine. Tired of the city, we headed out of town for a good forest bath. We walked along the river and through a thousand shades of green to a Buddhist monastery somewhere in the mountains. Along the way, we passed small Buddhist shrines, and at our destination, I lit a candle and incense. After using Google Translate, it turned out it was for good luck on my exams, so if anyone needs it, let me know, because my intentions were different, and I've already passed my final exams. On the way back, we got lost, but unintentionally hitchhiked with a very nice Japanese woman who had the most beautiful laugh in the world! She dropped us off in town, and it was a quick ride home. We arrived again proudly as Chopin's descendants. A fantastic adventure! And the cherry on top (as if we could handle any more excitement?): a jazz concert at a Buddhist temple! Seriously, what else will this world show us?

Kitty R.

Tokyo dream

Japan. I always lived in the belief that this was the only country I have never been to, but I felt that I could live here. And now we arrived spontaneously in Tokyo, so it's time to verify my image. I don't understand many things and the situation here. Even with the simplest sign, I break down on letters. It remains for me to nod my head politely and try to keep it nicely. At every step I feel that it is incredibly calm here. As if silence in the forest, only in the city. Nowhere else I felt such patience in the crowd here. A wave of people does not tire me, I just swim calmly in it. Strange! I am also glad that we stopped at Asakus, a little further from the center. Cyclists sneak even slower and quieter here. And we walk with empty streets so beautiful that where I will not turn around the magic frame. And still food. What are these wonderful flavors; From grilled mackerel, tartare from Tuñczyk, toast with beef, to even a sandwich with strawberries. Everything is surprising and umami. So many and so many first impressions.

Kitty R.