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Kyoto
Japan's ancient capital home to sacred shrines and Zen gardens
Top Attractions in Kyoto
Around Kyoto
Kyoto Top 10
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![Hotel Canata Kyoto]( "Hotel Canata Kyoto")
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![Autumn in Kyoto]( "Autumn in Kyoto")
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![Three Days in Kyoto - Day 1]( "Three Days in Kyoto - Day 1")
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![Guide to Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites]( "Guide to Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites")
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![Japanese Garden Photography Class]( "Japanese Garden Photography Class")
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![Kyoto’s Temple of Genuine Paradise]( "Kyoto’s Temple of Genuine Paradise")
7Kyoto’s Temple of Genuine Paradise
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![% Arabica in Higashiyama, Kyoto]( "% Arabica in Higashiyama, Kyoto")
8% Arabica in Higashiyama, Kyoto
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![Japan Rail Tokai Flex Pass]( "Japan Rail Tokai Flex Pass")
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![Hotel SOWAKA]( "Hotel SOWAKA")
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![Monkey Park Iwatayama in Kyoto]( "Monkey Park Iwatayama in Kyoto")
1Monkey Park Iwatayama in Kyoto
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![Autumn in Kyoto]( "Autumn in Kyoto")
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![Guide to Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites]( "Guide to Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites")
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![Autumn Leaves of Daigo-ji Temple]( "Autumn Leaves of Daigo-ji Temple")
4Autumn Leaves of Daigo-ji Temple
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![Kyoto in Video]( "Kyoto in Video")
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![The Phoenix Hall of Byodoin in Uji]( "The Phoenix Hall of Byodoin in Uji")
6The Phoenix Hall of Byodoin in Uji
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![The Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama]( "The Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama")
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![Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall]( "Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall")
8Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall
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Upcoming Kyoto Events
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Ohitaki Fire Festival Kifune Shrine
The annual Ohitaki Fire Festival at Kifune Shrine uses its spiritual powers to banish bad sprits and cleanse impurities of the people..
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Treasures From the Imperial Palace
From October 10th to November 23rd 2020, a special exhibition is taking place at the Kyoto National Museum titled "Treasures from..
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The Ceramic Sculpture of Shindo Tsuji
Shindo Tsuji (1910-1981) was a Japanese artist, particularly renowned for his sculpture works. While Tsuji had utilized mediums..
Tours and experiences
Where to eat in Kyoto
Food
Taste the Famous Issen Yoshoku
Irma SyahriarKyoto is famous for a lot of things. But when it comes to food, Issen Yoshoku is one recommended dish that you should not miss.
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Horaido's Tea Shop in Teramachi
Bonson LamHere is my moment of truth. Coming face to face with the professor of tea in Kyoto’s Teramachi district. In the freshly brewed..
Places to stay in Kyoto
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Ine Boathouse Ryokan
Bonson LamAt Ine there are surprises and delights in every season. in January the mountains are blanketed by snow, but you are rewarded by..
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Searching for Ryoma at Teradaya Inn
Takako SakamotoThis is the place where Ryoma Sakamoto was attacked by authorities. His wife Oryo saved him by running naked from the bath to inform..
Accommodation
Kyoto Guesthouse Roujiya at Nijo
Bonson LamMore like a chic home stay from an interior decoration magazine, this guesthouse is both elegant and comfortable.
Latest Kyoto Reports
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Autumn Leaves of Daigo-ji Temple
Takako SakamotoDaigo-ji Temple is one of the famous spots for cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto, but also has a reputation for beautiful autumn leaves...
Transportation
Japan Rail Tokai Flex Pass
The Flex Ticket is a new travel package for international visitors, incorporating a return ticket between the major cities in Tokyo..
Activities
Japanese Garden Photography Class
Bonson LamThe variety of its landscapes make Tenju-an a photographers delight, challenging your camera techniques and angles.