Hop on Hankyu Railway’s latest Kyoto themed sightseeing train, the “Kyo-Train GARAKU” and take a trip to Japan’s former capital! The “Kyo-Train GARAKU”—which exclusively runs on weekends and holidays—was designed and built around the concept of transporting passengers to Kyoto as soon as they step inside the carrage. Below, Sharing Kyoto’s very own Taiwanese writer, Vanessa, will introduce all the little details you might miss on this beautiful train, before sharing her personal adventure on the “Kyo-Train.”

Thick Tonkotsu Gyokai Tsukemen — An entire feast crammed in a single bowl

iromori: An up and coming brand that fuses modern and traditional painting techniques

The chef cooks right before your eyes! A famed kaiseki restaurant offering dishes blending tradition and originality

A restaurant near Kinkakuji offering soba and udon noodles made with a uniquely delicious dashi soup

A refined Japanese sweet with a light sweetness, made from red bean paste and mochi

Handmade Tsukemen Noodles and a Fish and Pork Bones Soup

Visit the wonderful moss garden and a national treasure in Ohara

Enjoy the oldest botanical garden in Japan all year round

Enjoy the beauty of Fushimi from a boat on a Fushimi Jikkokubune Boat Cruise

Enjoy the four seasons of Japan in the zen garden of Taizo-in Temple

Buy ceramics originating from Kyoto to decorate your dining table right in front of Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Extensive choice of sake and more including exclusive ones you can only get at this store!

Beauty in Form of Confectioneries Often Enjoyed by Green Tea Lovers for Its Delightful Appeal

Various kinds of traditional Uji tea and sweets are available