– Wikitravel article: https://wikitravel.org/en/Mount_Koya The main temple is Kongobuji, where Senju's panels are installed - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kong%C5%8Dbu-ji Senju's coffee table book about his works at Kongobuji temple - https://www.amazon.com/Koyasan-Senjus-Works-Years-After/dp/1649800622 – – ■Login ID PXHXPS06 (Barbour) ■Login ID CX5F8JZA(Slater) ■Detail – – Bus to Cable Car to Train to Shinkansen!! A bit of an odyssey. Shinkansen Timetable: http://www.shinkansen.co.jp/jikoku_hyo/en/sanyou/sdh_tokyo.html Shinkansen Info: https://www.jrailpass.com/shinkansen-bullet-trains Don't forget to date the check!! – Gion Matsuri is Kyoko's (and maybe Japan's) biggest festival. Yamaboko Junko - July 17 - Giant floats are carried out of the local shrines and are placed in the streets for viewing. Street festivities, food and traditional performances fill every block of the area. – https://ksvilla.jp/takasegawa-e/shisetsu.html K's Villa Takasegawa-tei 81-75-3449911 (In Japan, 075-344-9911) If the hotel cannot locate your reservation by guest name, please provide the following reservation code: Room (3 nights): $263.43 – Kiyomizu-dera - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiyomizu-dera - Famous for three fountains (longevity, academic success, or luck in love)... Tenryu-ji - https://www.kanpai-japan.com/kyoto/tenryu-ji - Considered as one of the most beautiful in Japan Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - Connected to Tenryu-ji temple Fushimi Inari Shrine - Head shrine Higashiyama District - Shopping, cafes, etc. Kodai-ji Temple - In Higashiyama District Nijō-jo Castle - Ninomaru Palace Ginkaku-ji Temple - Silver Temple Kinkaku-ji Temple - Golden Temple Ponto-cho Alley - https://www.kanpai-japan.com/kyoto/pontocho - Great Restaurants Chion-in - Monastery of Gratitude Nishiki Market - Especially if we eat in LIST OF UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN KYOTO Kinkaku-ji Temple – In case we're at a loss for a place to eat... Ponto-cho Alley https://sharing-kyoto.com/Eat-Drink/Central_Kyoto_Area/Kaiseki-Kyo_Ryori?fulltext= – https://ksvilla.jp/takasegawa-e/shisetsu.html K's Villa Takasegawa-tei 81-75-3449911 (In Japan, 075-344-9911) If the hotel cannot locate your reservation by guest name, please provide the following reservation code: Room (3 nights): $263.43 – Nara Line (JR) from Kyoto Station - about 45 minutes Nara Deer Park: https://www.visitnara.jp/destinations/area/nara-park/ Nara was the capital of Japan during the Nara period from 710 to 794 as the seat of the Emperor before the capital was moved to Kyoto. Nara is home to eight temples, shrines, and ruins, specifically Tōdai-ji, Saidai-ji, Kōfuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, Gangō-ji, Yakushi-ji, Tōshōdai-ji, and the Heijō Palace, together with Kasugayama Primeval Forest, collectively form the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nara (奈良市, Nara-shi, Japanese: [naꜜɾa]) is the capital city of Nara Prefecture, Japan. As of 2022, Nara has an estimated population of 367,353 according to World Population Review, making it the largest city in Nara Prefecture and sixth-largest in the Kansai region of Honshu. – – https://ksvilla.jp/takasegawa-e/shisetsu.html K's Villa Takasegawa-tei 81-75-3449911 (In Japan, 075-344-9911) If the hotel cannot locate your reservation by guest name, please provide the following reservation code: Room (3 nights): $263.43 Get train by 10 am to Kansai Int'l Airport for 2:20 pm flight. Need to figure out breakfast beforehand. – Haruka Line from Kyoto Station - every 30 minutes – Peach Aviation - MM235 Simple Peach Fare 2h 25m Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 – 石垣島のグリルレストラン Island Sky Restaurant - Rooftop Our friend, Rie (pronounced LEE-ay) is making reservations for us at least one night. We also will likely have dinner at the AirBNB at least one time. – https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/34551274 5 min walk to the sand ocean & golf course 2 BR Newly remodeled 22 Jun 3F – Sunset Beach by bus - https://ishigaki-tripassist.com/en/sunset-beach Bus Schedules - To the beach - 11:20am from Bus Terminal (find bus stop closest to the AirBNB) From the beach - last bus at 5:00pm
Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 – Rie will borrow table grill. We will go to supermarket for food on the way back from the beach. – https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/34551274 5 min walk to the sand ocean & golf course 2 BR Newly remodeled 22 Jun 3F – Ferry from Ishigaki to Uehara (Port) Iriomote Island. There are two ferry companies. Which one we take depends on the schedule. (See below) Terminal Address: 1 Misakicho, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0012, Japan - 〒907-0012 沖縄県石垣市美崎町1 Iriomotejima Guest House Mariud - 西表島民宿マリウド 984-14 Uehara, Taketomi, Yaeyama District, Okinawa 907-1541, Japan +81980856578 Free shuttle service from Uehara Port - Call when you arrive NO PET (Plastic) BOTTLES ALLOWED!! Only glass or reusable thermos, please! Includes breakfast and dinner Barbour - 39,000 yen Slater - 30,000 yen
Week of Jul 22nd
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Sightseeing Koyasan*
Sightseeing Koyasan*
July 16, 2023 Shinrin Yoku - Okunoin Cemetery*
Shinrin Yoku - Okunoin Cemetery*
July 16, 2023 Sleep: Koyasan*
Sleep: Koyasan*
July 16, 2023
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[Booked by] Barbour Ian 様
[Place] 高野山温泉 福智院 Fukuchiin
[Plan] 精進料理 参の膳 San-no-Zen
[Check in] 15:00 -18:00
[Check out] 9:00
[Staying] 2023/07/15 (Sat)～2023/07/17 (Mon) 2泊
[Arriving] 15:00
[Arriving by] JR, public transportation
Postal #:648-0211 和歌山県伊都郡高野町高野山657
657 Kouya-san Kouya-cho Ito-gun WAKAYAMA, Japan
TEL:0736-56-2021 EARLY CHECK OUT - 9:00 AM
EARLY CHECK OUT - 9:00 AM
July 17, 2023 EARLY START!! Bus/Cable Car/Train/Shinkansen to Kyoto*
EARLY START!! Bus/Cable Car/Train/Shinkansen to Kyoto*
July 17, 2023 Mail Rent Check for Sacket!!*
Mail Rent Check for Sacket!!*
July 17, 2023 Gion Matsuri - main festivities at 3pm*
Gion Matsuri - main festivities at 3pm*
July 17, 2023 
Sleep: Kyoto - Check In 4pm*
Sleep: Kyoto - Check In 4pm*
July 17, 2023
59-5 Minamikyogokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 〒600-8117, JP
Reservation Details Check In: Monday, July 17, 2023 at 4:00 PM / Check Out: Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Your Stay: 3 days, 1 room
Guest Information: Ian Barbour
Reservation K's Villa Takasegawa-tei code: 9152070611016
Refundable by Hopper: $29.00
Trip Total $292.43 Sightseeing Kyoto*
Sightseeing Kyoto*
July 18, 2023
- Jishu Shrine (behind the main hall)... walk between stones with eyes closed to bring true love
- In Higashiyama District
- Founded in the 14th century by shogun Ashikaga Takauji
- Located in Arashiyama
- Connected to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove (See below)
- Very picturesque
- https://www.kanpai-japan.com/kyoto/arashiyama-bamboo-grove
- Established in 711 AD
- http://inari.jp/en/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Higashiyama-ku,_Kyoto
- Zen Garden
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K%C5%8Ddai-ji
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nij%C5%8D_Castle
- Zen Garden
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ginkaku-ji
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinkaku-ji
- Traditional Tea Houses
- Restaurants on the east side have outdoor decks overlooking the Kamogawa River
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chion-in
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nishiki_Market
Ginkaku-ji Temple
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Tenryu-ji Temple
Ninna-ji Temple
Nijo Castle
Nishi-Hongan-ji Temple
Ryoan-ji Temple
To-ji Temple
Daigo-ji Temple
Saiho-ji Temple
Enryaku-ji Temple
Byodo-in Temple
Kozan-ji Temple
Shimogamo-jinja Shrine
Kamigamo-jinja Shrine
Ujigami-jinja Shrine Kyoto Food Suggestions*
Kyoto Food Suggestions*
July 18, 2023
- Great Restaurants
- Traditional Tea Houses
- Restaurants on the east side have outdoor decks overlooking the Kamogawa River Gion Matsuri Continued
Gion Matsuri Continued
July 18, 2023 Sleep: Kyoto*
Sleep: Kyoto*
July 18, 2023
59-5 Minamikyogokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 〒600-8117, JP
Reservation Details Check In: Monday, July 17, 2023 at 4:00 PM / Check Out: Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Your Stay: 3 days, 1 room
Guest Information: Ian Barbour
Reservation K's Villa Takasegawa-tei code: 9152070611016
Refundable by Hopper: $29.00
Trip Total $292.43 EARLY START! - Train to Nara*
EARLY START! - Train to Nara*
July 19, 2023 Nara Daytrip - See the Deer!*
Nara Daytrip - See the Deer!*
July 19, 2023 
Train Return to Kyoto*
Train Return to Kyoto*
July 19, 2023 Last day JR Pass
Last day JR Pass
July 19, 2023 Sleep: Kyoto*
Sleep: Kyoto*
July 19, 2023
59-5 Minamikyogokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 〒600-8117, JP
Reservation Details Check In: Monday, July 17, 2023 at 4:00 PM / Check Out: Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Your Stay: 3 days, 1 room
Guest Information: Ian Barbour
Reservation K's Villa Takasegawa-tei code: 9152070611016
Refundable by Hopper: $29.00
Trip Total $292.43 Get Train by 10:00am - SEE NOTE*
Get Train by 10:00am - SEE NOTE*
July 20, 2023 Train to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)*
Train to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)*
July 20, 2023 Flight to Ishigaki - 2:20pm departure*
Flight to Ishigaki - 2:20pm departure*
July 20, 2023
Osaka
KIX
2:20 PM
Ishigaki
ISG
4:45 PM Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 20, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Dinner with Rie*
Dinner with Rie*
July 20, 2023 SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
July 20, 2023 Sleep Ishigaki (AirBNB) - NEED ADDRESS!!!! - Check In 3pm*
Sleep Ishigaki (AirBNB) - NEED ADDRESS!!!! - Check In 3pm*
July 20, 2023 Beach Day - Ishigaki*
Beach Day - Ishigaki*
July 21, 2023 Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 21, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Feast at AirBNB w/ Rie!*
Feast at AirBNB w/ Rie!*
July 21, 2023 SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
July 21, 2023 Sleep Ishigaki (AirBNB)*
Sleep Ishigaki (AirBNB)*
July 21, 2023 Check out 11:00 am latest
Check out 11:00 am latest
July 22, 2023 Ferry to Iriomote*
Ferry to Iriomote*
July 22, 2023
SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
SUNSET - 7:32 PM!!!
July 22, 2023 Sleep Iriomote - Check In 3pm*
Sleep Iriomote - Check In 3pm*
July 22, 2023
July 16, 2023(3 events)
Kongōbu-ji
July 17, 2023(5 events)
July 18, 2023(4 events)
July 19, 2023(5 events)
Nara, Japan
Nara Station
July 20, 2023(7 events)
Kyoto Station
Ishigaki AirBNB (approximate)
July 21, 2023(5 events)
Ishigaki AirBNB (approximate)
July 22, 2023(4 events)
Ishigaki Ferry Terminal
Iriomotejima Guest House Mariud - 西表島民宿マリウド