Opened in 2010, this rather new addition to the Kyoto skyline has taken the ancient capital's hotel scene by storm. Citadines Kyoto Karasuma-Gojo is an "aparthotel," that is, a mixture of a hotel and apartments, so its rooms are fit for those spending only a couple nights as well as those on extended stays in Kyoto. The stylish design, clean and comfortable accommodations, easy access, and impeccable service have landed Citadines Kyoto a nearly perfect score here on JAPANiCAN.com and put it in the #2 spot out of all Kyoto hotels on TripAdvisor.com. Keep reading below for more info and some really big pictures.
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With Autumn well underway, and the glorious season of leaves turning into flaming reds and burning oranges just beginning, this is the perfect season to get away from the concrete nightmare of the city and escape to the calming influence of Mother Nature. Japan's autumn leaves or koyo, as it is referred to in Japanese, are some of the best that can be seen on the planet. But, the only drawback is: doesn't everybody know it. It's tough to appreciate the leaves themselves with all the admirers ambling through the woods in droves.
by Nick - JAPANiCAN.com Staff
The great American poet Robert Frost once wrote:
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference."
I don't know if Mr. Frost ever made it to Japan, but I'm sure he would've been searching for the harder to find scenic spots in a country rich with things to see and do. Speaking for myself, whenever I go anywhere, I want to feel like I'm experiencing something different; something new. Sometimes tourist attractions and crowds of people can get too much. For those of you looking to find that road "less traveled by" in Japan, fear not! As ever, JAPANiCAN has the answer!