As soon as we arrived in Shiraume Ryokan we, based on our host’s hints and tips, moved to the covered food market which is popular followed by a visit of the imperial palace.

The pictures below will show you how busy that day has been but also so beautiful and enriching… I would like to also highlight the temple when sun goes down and then offers exquisite lights in the bamboos and also a great view over Kyoto.

I can also take the opportunity to talk about Rigoletto which was a good surprise and if you look for some western food, yes this may happen, book a table there… food was good, service pleasant and crowd fun!