By ITSUKA JAPAN
The video takes us on a journey aboard the Hankyu Kyoto Line's special sightseeing train, '京とれいん 雅洛' (Kyoto Train Garaku), which runs between Osaka Umeda and Kyoto Kawaramachi. This unique train features a luxurious design that blends traditional Kyoto aesthetics with modern elements.
Each of the train's six cars is themed after a different season, offering a distinct atmosphere:
- Car 2 (Winter): Features a rock garden ('枯山水の庭'), bamboo-themed exterior, and L-shaped tatami seating.
- Car 3 (Spring): Adorned with sakura motifs and offers wide seating with ample legroom.
- Car 4 (Summer): Designed with iris flowers and Heian-era themes, evoking Kyoto’s summer beauty.
- Cars 1 & 6: Recreate the feel of a traditional Kyoto townhouse ('京町家').
- Cars 2 & 5: Feature small gardens ('坪庭') and tatami-style seating.
The journey begins at Osaka Umeda Station, where the host purchases a ticket to Kyoto Kawaramachi. After boarding, viewers get a close-up look at the train’s elegant details, from the circular windows ('円窓') to the intricate noren curtains.
Upon arrival in Kyoto, the video shifts to a food tour at Kyoto's famous Nishiki Market ('錦市場'). The host samples six delicious street foods:
- Hamo Tempura at 錦 魚力 ('Uoriki') – Price: 600 JPY
- Chicken Char Siu Stick at 鳥清 ('Torisei') – Price: 700 JPY
- Red Bean Butter Taiyaki at 錦一葉＆まめものとたいやき (‘Nishiki Ichiha & Mamemono Taiyaki') – Price: 440 JPY
- Sake at 錦屋台村 ('Nishiki Yataimura') – First cup for just 100 JPY!
- Octopus Shiso Skewer at 汸臼庵 ('Hōkyūan') – Price: 500 JPY
- Matcha Warabi Mochi Gelato at 抹茶スイーツ館 茶和々 ('Sawawa') – Price: 726 JPY
After exploring Kyoto, the host returns to Osaka, concluding a fascinating train and food adventure.