Fushimi Inari Momiji Report
The maples leaves in the Kansai region are beginning to change colors. Most of the trees that are changing, however, are those in direct sunlight. Trees set back in the forests are still vibrant green and have not begun changing their colors. Expect trees in the Kyoto area to be bright and colorful around the last week of November, a little earlier than the official momiji report predicted a few weeks ago. The photos below are from Fushimi Inari Shrine. Japanese M
Read MoreCold Weather Comes Early
A cold wave of air hit Japan today bringing freezing temperatures in some parts of the country along with snow and moisture. Temperatures in the Kansai area dropped down below 10 C overnight. The highs today throughout the region will reach between 14-17 C. Temperatures tonight and tomorrow will be about the same.
Read More200-inch Curved HD TV at KIX
Last week, Kansai International Airport unveiled a 200-inch curved plasma display. It the largest display of its type measuring in at 4 meters by 3 meters. KIX uses the screen to display videos introducing visitors to the airport giving them guidance how to get around the airport along with information on sightseeing spots in the Kansai area.
Read MoreKyoto Housing Fair
Looking for a room to rent? Do you like Kyoto? Kyoto Interntaional Community House in the Sakyo Ward of Kyoto will hold a one-day event to share the location of 1000 rooms in Kyoto City on February 6 from 1pm to 4:30 pm. For those seeking help renting a room, counseling will also be available at the event. The event is free. For more information call (075) 752-3511.
Read MoreCompare Hotel Prices of the Big Guys!
Now there is a much easier way to find the best hotel prices around the Kansai area, and the world for that matter! Use the new KansaiConnect Hotel Finder and find the lowest prices by comparing all the largest hotel sites around the globe like: AsiaRooms.com Expedia.com Hilton.com HotelClub.com Hotels.com OctopusTravel.com Priceline.com RatesToGo.com Travelocity.com Venere.com and many more, just to name the larger ones! Click here to find your hotel now! Or click the Hotel Finder image...
Read More2009 Kobe Luminarie
This year, the Kobe Luminarie will be held from December 3rd to 14th, 2009. The area will be open from 6pm to 9:30pm from Monday thru Thursday each week, on Fridays from 6pm to 10pm, Saturdays from 5:30pm to 10pm and on Sunday from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. If you wish to experience the Kobe Luminarie, it is best to take the train. Traveling there by car will take much more time out of your day because of heavy traffic. Also, if you visit the area earlier in the month, you will experience less foot...
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