KYOTO

Reasons to Visit

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The Shinkansen

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The Tokyo-Kyoto Shinkansen ride is scenic. You can get your fill of the Japanese country side.

Kyoto Station

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Shopping at Kyoto Station

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Set meals are a thing in Japan. From bento boxes to 7-Elevens to izakayas (small bars,) you can find food that fits your budget in Kyoto.

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Kyoto is home to many temples and shrines. The torii gate, shown above, is unique to Shinto shrines.

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The Fushimi Inari Shrine

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The Torii gates at Fushimi Inari taisha is one of the most recognized images of Kyoto.

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Kiyomizu-dera

Kinkaku-ji Temple

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Kyoto Imperial Palace Kenshunmon Gate

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The Imperial Palace

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Imperial Palace Gardens

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Gion is Kyoto's geisha district. From food to entertainmemnt, the lanter-lit, pedestrian-friendly streets attract locals and tourists alike.

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You will find Kimono rental shops in the Gion District and around the temples.

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Teramichi Shopping Arcade

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KYOTO

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KYOTO

The former capital is the cultural epicentre of Japan.

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Reasons to Visit

Temples

Shrines

Palaces

Gardens

History

Culture

Food

Entertainment

The Shinkansen

Take the Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo to Kyoto. It takes just over two hours to cover ~500 Kms.

The Tokyo-Kyoto Shinkansen ride is scenic. You can get your fill of the Japanese country side.

Kyoto Station

Most train stations in Japan offer food and shopping options. Bento boxes are popular with commuters.

Shopping at Kyoto Station

The Cube is a three-storey shopping mall inside the station that sells food, clothing, and souvenirs.

Set meals are a thing in Japan. From bento boxes to 7-Elevens to izakayas (small bars,) you can find food that fits your budget in Kyoto.

Kyoto is home to many temples and shrines. The torii gate, shown above, is unique to Shinto shrines.

Shinto Shrines & Buddhist Temples

The Fushimi Inari Shrine

The Inari (deity) at this shrine is considered the God of rice, agriculture, and commerce.

The Torii gates at Fushimi Inari taisha is one of the most recognized images of Kyoto.

Kiyomizu-dera

Known as the 'Temple of the Pure Water Spring," the Buddhist temple is famous for its three-storey viewing platform.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

The gold-covered Zen Buddhist temple dates back to the 14th century and has survived multiple disasters and fires.

Kyoto Imperial Palace Kenshunmon Gate

The palace grounds and the gardens are open to the public. Only authorized personnel are allowed inside the palace.

The Imperial Palace

The formr palace of the emperor of Japan is elegant but low key.

Imperial Palace Gardens

The gardens around the Imperial Palace in Kyoto are beautiful and serene.

Gion is Kyoto's geisha district. From food to entertainmemnt, the lanter-lit, pedestrian-friendly streets attract locals and tourists alike.

Gion District

You will find Kimono rental shops in the Gion District and around the temples.

Teramichi Shopping Arcade

The souvenir shops, art galleries, temples, restaurants, bookshops, jewellery and clothing stores attract a lot tourists to this arcade.

KYOTO

Visit to experience the culture and the traditions of Japan.