After the first couple of days in Tokyo, we continue our trip through Japan in Kyoto. By now the worst of that terrible jet-lag (that never seems to end) is behind us. And we're getting better at finding our way in this country that feels so structured and organised, but is yet so completely different from everything we're used to. Compared to Tokyo, Kyoto feels smaller, friendlier, calmer and more traditional. Here it's common to hear the sound of the wooden sandals (geta) and see women dressed in a yukata (a simpler type of kimono) when you're walking through the streets. Kyoto feels less overwhelming than Tokyo. I can't imagine a trip to Japan without...