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Ohara  (大原) is a nice walking area (1.5 hours) somewhat comparable to Arashiyama, where you can touch the heart of rural Japan.   Sanzen-in Temple  (三千院)  is the main attraction of the rural town of Ohara . Video 1.  Visiting Ohara for Autumn Colors and Moss Garden (YouTube link ) In Japanology's video " moss ", it has introduced Saiho-ji temple  (西芳寺) —  a  Buddhist temple with famed moss garden.  However, you cannot visit it without advance reservation and satisfying preconditions (see here ). Then,  Sanzen-in Temple  could be a good alternative for you to visit a moss garden . Read [2] for more details. Attractions Sanzen-in Temple (三千院) [4]   From the main hall ( 神殿   /   shinden  ), visitors can enjoy the most famous view of Sanzenin Temple—the Ojo Gokuraku-in Hall seen through maple and cedar trees across a moss garden. Admission: 700 yen Open ...

As a traveler in Japan, you could be worried about simple things such as where to dine or lodge. For example, many people have asked where to buy breakfast in the early morning. It's true that most restaurants don't serve breakfast and won't open until 10 or 11 am. Also, as a budget traveler, you may want to save money on meals while, at the same time, want to experience real Japanese Foods. If you are such a person, this article may offer some helps for you when visiting Kyoto (京都) area. Breakfast Not many eateries serve  breakfast (朝食 / ちょうしょく / choushoku) early morning in Kyoto. As a visitor, you may want to plan ahead. Here are some suggestions: High-end hotels Try their buffet breakfast Chain stores Yoshinoya (吉野家) Breakfast: 4 am - 11 am ( 朝食 ) 納豆定食、焼魚定食、特朝定食 豆腐ぶっかけ飯、鶏そぼろ飯 Nakau (なか卯) Open 24 hours ( Menu ) Yayoiken (やよい軒) Open 24 hours ( 朝食 ) 納豆朝食、目玉焼朝食、銀鮭朝食 McDonalds Others 本家 第一旭 たかばし本店 (5 am — midnight 2a...