Comments from Sunny in Japan

“The vlogger describes the river as one of her favorite things about the city. She and her partner are shown relaxing and enjoying the sunny weather on the grassy riverbank.”

“A cafe located within the grounds of Nashinoki Shrine. The vlogger notes that the coffee here is made using water from the shrine's famous Somei-no-mizu spring.”

“They explore the market, which the vlogger notes can be overwhelming. They visit a stall with free chestnut samples and another stall in the Yatai Mura section for ¥100 glasses of sake.”

“A secluded garden that requires a reservation and has a cap on visitors, making it a peaceful experience. The vlogger was captivated by the scenery, feeling like she had stepped into a fairytale.”

“At this ramen shop, they ordered the most popular ramen with locals (shio) and the most popular with tourists (miso). The vlogger was very impressed, saying the pork chashu was so tasty it just melts in your mouth.”

“Known for its beautiful autumn foliage, though they were a bit late for the peak colors. They tried the unique 'omikuji' (fortune slips) where the fortune is revealed by placing the paper in water.”

“The vlogger was extremely excited to find this original sticker brand shop. She highlights their unique designs, Kyoto-limited items, and other merchandise like keychains and phone cases.”

“A rooftop bar with gorgeous views of the Kyoto cityscape. The vlogger loved the cozy atmosphere with a fireplace, blankets, and warm alcoholic drinks available.”

“A unique cafe that sells Japanese plants and creates beautiful ice cream bouquets. They tried the 'Kyoto Autumn' special, which the vlogger thought tasted like sweet potato and was beautiful.”

“They enjoyed an all-you-can-eat sukiyaki dinner here, along with an all-you-can-drink option. The vlogger explains that sukiyaki is typically eaten by dipping the cooked items in raw egg, which she now loves.”

“The vlogger was amazed by the beauty of this temple, stating she could have sat at the main viewing deck all day. She mentions that reservations are required during the autumn season.”

“A local tsukemen (dipping ramen) spot in Yamashina. The vlogger highlights a unique feature: a microwave is available for customers to reheat their dipping soup if it gets cold.”

“They visited this temple in the Yamashina area, which is less touristy. The vlogger was impressed by the insane colors of the autumn leaves and recommends it for those with extra time.”

“A second-hand store for manga and collectibles. The vlogger calls it a great spot for manga lovers and thrifters, showing off their collection of old manga, figurines, and rare trading cards.”

“Recommended as a day trip to explore Osaka's best temple. The vlogger says it's a must-visit in autumn to see the beautiful leaves.”

“The vlogger walks through the famous bamboo forest in Arashiyama, a well-known spot on the western outskirts of Kyoto.”

“The vlogger says this is the best place to view the sandbar, reached by a ropeway. She tries the 'matanozoki' viewing method by looking at the scenery upside down between her legs.”

“The vlogger visits this beautiful moss temple, describing its stunning garden as something out of a fairytale. She also shares the history of the temple, which was named after a 12th-century dancer.”

“After cycling along the sandbar, the vlogger visits this local temple and gets a unique fan-shaped fortune slip.”

“The vlogger walks along this gorgeous local street lined with traditional houses on her way to the temples in the area.”

“She visits this very old temple, which served as a burial site with 8,000 stone graves for people who died alone. The temple also features a small bamboo grove at the back.”

“The vlogger mentions this is a Michelin-recommended ramen shop but decided against eating here due to the 2.5-hour wait time.”

“She visits the new branch of the famous ramen shop in Uji, which had no wait. She preferred the lighter 'white' soy sauce broth, especially with the added yuzu zest.”

“The vlogger explains that Uji is a city about 20 minutes south of Kyoto Station, known as the green tea capital of Japan and worth a day trip.”

“The vlogger calls this one of the coolest and most unique temples, featuring over 1,000 unique stone statues of Buddha's followers, each with a different expression.”

“A unique diner built on an abandoned railway line inside a retro-futuristic train. The vlogger ordered the 'Future Ekiben Box' and the signature 'Ume Mirai Burger'.”

“The vlogger takes a 2-hour day trip to this sandbar, which translates to 'the bridge to heaven' and is one of Japan's three most scenic views. She recommends renting a bike to ride across it.”