Travel and Dining Guides for Kyoto and Kichijoji

A travelogue details a visit to Kyoto, highlighting the Heian Jingu Shrine and its expansive Shinen garden. The visitor notes the ongoing five-year restoration of the Otenmon Gate and describes the garden's seasonal beauty, including its lotus ponds and traditional bridges. The account also mentions visits to Konkai Komyo-ji temple, where visitors can view works by artists such as Jakuchu.

In Tokyo, a culinary guide explores various tempura dining options in the Kichijoji district. Featured establishments include Hakata Tempura Yamaya, which offers set meals with unlimited rice and mentaiko; Tempura Wakayama, a specialized counter-service restaurant; and Tempura Murayama, an upscale venue sourcing ingredients from Toyosu Market. The guide also recommends Kirakuya for affordable tempura lunch sets in a modern Japanese izakaya setting.