Traveling Japan Without Tourists

Prefectures

Kyoto > Tanaka Jinja (田中神社): The Horse God Shrine Tourists Miss

Tanaka Jinja (田中神社) in southern Kyoto, near JRA Kyoto Racecourse (京都競馬場), honors the horse god. A hidden, unique shrine with no tourists!

Kitchen Taro (キッチンTARO) in Muko, Kyoto, serves authentic japanese teishoku food (定食) and fruit sando (フルーツサンド). A local spot with no tourists!

Yoshida Jinja (吉田神社) in Kyoto, near Ginkaku-ji (銀閣寺), hides on a forested hill. A quiet Shinto gem overlooked by tourists!

Beppu Onsen Hoyo Land (別府温泉保養ランド) in Oita offers Japan’s only natural mud bath. Secluded, sulfur-rich, and healing—no crowds midweek!

Lake Kinrin (金鱗湖) in Oita’s Yufuin glows with misty mornings before 9 AM. A stunning lake with fewer crowds early—perfect for peace seekers!

Usa Jingu (宇佐神宮) in Oita, head of Hachiman shrines, blends peace and grandeur. Quiet weekdays, busy weekends—perfect for cherry blossoms!

Near Saiin (西院駅) in Kyoto, Caffe Llatte (カフェラッテ) crafts Japan’s purest gelato with natural flavors. A hidden treat with no crowds!