Pontocho Alley in Kyoto Between Shijo-dori and Sanjo-dori, just a block west of the Kamogawa River, lies one of Kyoto’s most enchanting and atmospheric dining spots, Pontocho Alley. Step into…
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David Hogan Jr, who owns and manages this site, runs it with his wife, Janice WKV, who is also the sub-editor and writer for David.My. We also manage Malaysia Asia and Birdwatching Asia, two specialty sites.
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