So many firsts in this vlog! First bamboo grove, Japanese gardens, matcha tea, boxed lunches! We start SUPER early because we heard the Arashiyama bamboo gro...

I’m always happy to see people showing off other destinations in Kyoto’s beautiful Arashiyama region aside from the bamboo forest and monkey park. My personal recommendations are Jojakko-ji Temple and Aightowa Cafe, a short walk down the forested road.