14 episodes
Kyoto Fun Podcast Niall Gibson
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- Society & Culture
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4.3 • 3 Ratings
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The perfect travel companion for Japan. The Kyoto Fun podcast is filled with tips, insights and fun stories from a professional tour guide based in Kyoto, Japan. Learn all about what makes Japan such a fascinating place. We talk about how to order in restaurants, how to find great sushi, table manners, public baths, geisha culture, samurai, current events and much much more. We also interview local experts of food culture, zen Buddhism, tea ceremony and more. Enjoy learning all about Japan before you come!
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Hiroshima: a day trip from Kyoto exploring the Peace Memorial and Miyajima Island
Listen to this episode which takes you on a day trip to Hiroshima, one of our favourite cities in West Japan. We visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park and then head over to Miyajima to see the sacred deer and the torii gate floating in the sea.
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All you need to know to ride the "shinkansen" bullet train in Japan
Learn all about the Shinkansen bullet train of Japan. We talk about the history, interesting facts, and design as well as tips on how to buy tickets and what to expect on board. Enjoy the ride!
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Vending Machines in Japan: the unique things you can buy!
The vending machines of Japan are known around the world for their interesting offerings. But did you know there are more than 5 million of them in the country? Tune in to learn more from your local resident host in this episode of the Kyoto Fun podcast.
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When to visit Japan
A guide to each season in Japan. Hear about the festivals of summer and the autumn colors. The winter "onsen" hot springs baths, and the spectacular spring with blossoms galore. Get tips on weather in Japan and much more on this special episode.
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Japan's famous sakura cherry blossoms!
Find out more about the cherry blossoms and their special place in Japanese culture. We talk about their history, when is the best time to see them and how they have a special place in Japanese people's hearts.
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Catch a cab in Japan. Taxis explained.
Learn all about how the taxis work in Japan. I talk about the fares, how to catch a cab, and what to expect when you take a cab. Plus how to get back something you may have lost.
Customer Reviews
Makes me want to visit!
During the current Covid19 lockdown I'm finding I have more time to listen to podcasts and for anyone interested in Japan, I can't recommend this one highly enough.
I just listened to the recent episode about the cherry blossom and found Niall to be both highly informative and engaging. At this difficult time, this podcast offers great escapism and is certainly increasing my desire to visit Japan when the lockdown is all over.
Keep the episodes coming Niall!
THE BEST!
“ichi, ni, san, SHE, GO!!” hahaha! This podcast is fantastic. I (ichi, ni, san,) WENT (to Japan, LOL)….and this episode from Kyoto Fun MADE MY TRIP! Simple but essential. The times I had thanks to this episode…wow!!!!
I contacted Niall after listening to this podcast. He sparked my interest I suppose. Well, the guy is amazing. He goes deeeeeep in Kyoto culture. I thought I was an experienced traveller, but the places he took me to are simply not there for the average visitor. I wanted to see more, Niall made it happen!
I’m coming back next year and Kyoto Fun is my first stop in Kyoto for sure.