Guidebook for Kyoto - Tsuyukusa-an
観光 - Sightseeing
Kyoto's Imperial Palace used to be the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.
The Kyoto Imperial Park, which surround the palace, is a great place to have a relaxing time. Open all day long, locals like to come to run, walk or just sit on a bench and read a book.
Entrance fee: free
Distance: 6 minutes' walk
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京都御所
3 KyōtogyoenKyoto's Imperial Palace used to be the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.
The Kyoto Imperial Park, which surround the palace, is a great place to have a relaxing time. Open all day long, locals like to come to run, walk or just sit on a bench and read a book.
Entrance fee: free
Distance: 6 minutes' walk
Kyoto Manga Museum is a good place for manga lovers. You can read manga (mainly in Japanese) all day long !
Distance: 8 minutes' walk
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 800JPY
- Junior High-High school students: 300JPY
- Children: 100JPY
Opening hours: 10:00~18:00, closed on Wednesday
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京都國際漫畫博物館
452 KinbukichōKyoto Manga Museum is a good place for manga lovers. You can read manga (mainly in Japanese) all day long !
Distance: 8 minutes' walk
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 800JPY
- Junior High-High school students: 300JPY
- Children: 100JPY
Opening hours: 10:00~18:00, closed on Wednesday
Heian Jingu Shrine is a must-see destination of Kyoto! The garden is of an outstanding beauty.
Distance:
- By foot: 28 minutes
- By bus: 20 minutes - bus n.204 or 93 - 230JPY
Entrance fee:
- Shrine grounds: free
- Garden : 600JPY for adults, 300JPY for children
Opening hours:
- Shrine: 6:00~17:30
- Garden: 6:00~17:00
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平安神宫
Okazaki Nishitennocho Sakyo WardHeian Jingu Shrine is a must-see destination of Kyoto! The garden is of an outstanding beauty.
Distance:
- By foot: 28 minutes
- By bus: 20 minutes - bus n.204 or 93 - 230JPY
Entrance fee:
- Shrine grounds: free
- Garden : 600JPY for adults, 300JPY for children
Opening hours:
- Shrine: 6:00~17:30
- Garden: 6:00~17:00
Nijo Castle is one of the most famous spots in Kyoto. The castle was designated as a UNESCO world heritage site. In spring, you can enjoy the cherry blossom in the garden.
Distance:
- By foot: 15 minutes
- By bus: 15 minutes - bus n.93 - 230JPY
Opening hours: 8:45~16:00
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 620JPY
- Junion High-High School students: 350JPY
- Children: 200JPY
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二條城
541 NijōjōchōNijo Castle is one of the most famous spots in Kyoto. The castle was designated as a UNESCO world heritage site. In spring, you can enjoy the cherry blossom in the garden.
Distance:
- By foot: 15 minutes
- By bus: 15 minutes - bus n.93 - 230JPY
Opening hours: 8:45~16:00
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 620JPY
- Junion High-High School students: 350JPY
- Children: 200JPY
Mikane Jinja Shrine differs from other shrines since its gate, called tori in Japanese, is gold. Usually, shrine's tori are either red or made of stone. You can come here to pray for good fortune for money.
Distance: 13 minutes' walk
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
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三金神社
614 OshinishitōinchōMikane Jinja Shrine differs from other shrines since its gate, called tori in Japanese, is gold. Usually, shrine's tori are either red or made of stone. You can come here to pray for good fortune for money.
Distance: 13 minutes' walk
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
Pontocho Alley is a beautiful alley surrounded by traditional houses. The view is especially beautiful at night when the lanterns light up the street. You can find restaurants serving Kyoto specialty, the Kaiseki cuisine. To be able to eat in those restaurants it is required to reserve in advance.
Distance:
- By foot: 25 minutes
- By bus: 19 minutes - bus n.10 or 65 - 230JPY
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Pontocho Area
Kashiwayacho Nakagyo WardPontocho Alley is a beautiful alley surrounded by traditional houses. The view is especially beautiful at night when the lanterns light up the street. You can find restaurants serving Kyoto specialty, the Kaiseki cuisine. To be able to eat in those restaurants it is required to reserve in advance.
Distance:
- By foot: 25 minutes
- By bus: 19 minutes - bus n.10 or 65 - 230JPY
Kinkakuji Temple, also called the Golden Pavilion is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyoto. A must-see destination! Especially beautiful in fall.
Distance: 30 minutes by bus (bus n.204, 230JPY)
Entrance fee
- Adults: 400JPY
- Children: 300JPY
Opening hours: 9:00~17:00
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金閣寺
KinkakujichōKinkakuji Temple, also called the Golden Pavilion is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyoto. A must-see destination! Especially beautiful in fall.
Distance: 30 minutes by bus (bus n.204, 230JPY)
Entrance fee
- Adults: 400JPY
- Children: 300JPY
Opening hours: 9:00~17:00
Ginkakuji Temple, also called the Silver Pavilion, is also a famous sight of Kyoto. A must-see destination!
Distance: 28 minutes by bus (bus n.204 and 93 , 230JPY)
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 500JPY
- Children: 300JPY
Opening hours: 8:30~17:00 (9:00~16:30 from December to February)
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銀閣寺
GinkakujichōGinkakuji Temple, also called the Silver Pavilion, is also a famous sight of Kyoto. A must-see destination!
Distance: 28 minutes by bus (bus n.204 and 93 , 230JPY)
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 500JPY
- Children: 300JPY
Opening hours: 8:30~17:00 (9:00~16:30 from December to February)
Kiyomizu Temple is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto. A must-see destination! Its wood architecture is beautiful.
Distance: 35 minutes by bus (bus n.202, 230JPY)
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 300JPY
- Children: 200JPY
Opening hours: 6:00~18:00 (closing time differs according to the season)
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清水寺
Kiyomizu Temple is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto. A must-see destination! Its wood architecture is beautiful.
Distance: 35 minutes by bus (bus n.202, 230JPY)
Entrance fee:
- Adults: 300JPY
- Children: 200JPY
Opening hours: 6:00~18:00 (closing time differs according to the season)
Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of the most popular destinations in Kyoto among tourists. The shrine is famous for its thousand of tori gates.
Distance: 34 minutes by train (Keihan Line, 210JPY)
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
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伏見稻荷大社
68 Fukakusa YabunouchichōFushimi Inari Shrine is one of the most popular destinations in Kyoto among tourists. The shrine is famous for its thousand of tori gates.
Distance: 34 minutes by train (Keihan Line, 210JPY)
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
Gion is an outstanding district where you can meet the beautiful Maiko and Geiko.
Distance:
- By foot: 29 minutes
- By bus: 23 minutes - bus n.31 or 202 - 230JPY
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Gion
Gion is an outstanding district where you can meet the beautiful Maiko and Geiko.
Distance:
- By foot: 29 minutes
- By bus: 23 minutes - bus n.31 or 202 - 230JPY
Yasaka Shrine is famous for its festival, Gion matsuri, which is hold in summer. All year long, you can enjoy eating at the food stands.
Distance:
- By foot: 35 minutes
- By bus: 22 minutes - bus n.202 or 31 - 230JPY
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
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八坂神社
625 Gionmachi KitagawaYasaka Shrine is famous for its festival, Gion matsuri, which is hold in summer. All year long, you can enjoy eating at the food stands.
Distance:
- By foot: 35 minutes
- By bus: 22 minutes - bus n.202 or 31 - 230JPY
Entrance fee: free
Opening hours: 24/7
Ryoanji Temple is well-known for its beautiful rock garden.
Distance: 47 minutes by bus (bus n.59, 230JPY)
Entrance fee: 500 for adults, 300 for children
Opening hours: 8:00~17:00 (From December to February close at 16:30)
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龍安寺
Ryōanji GoryōnoshitachōRyoanji Temple is well-known for its beautiful rock garden.
Distance: 47 minutes by bus (bus n.59, 230JPY)
Entrance fee: 500 for adults, 300 for children
Opening hours: 8:00~17:00 (From December to February close at 16:30)
The historical alleys of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka are of a outstanding beauty. A must-see destination!
Distance: 28 minutes by bus (bus n.202, 230JPY)
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Nineizaka (九川街)
桝屋町-清水-2 東山区The historical alleys of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka are of a outstanding beauty. A must-see destination!
Distance: 28 minutes by bus (bus n.202, 230JPY)
Arashiyama District is well-known for its river sceneries and its bamboo grove.
Distance: 53 minutes by bus (bus n.93/63/66, 230JPY)
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嵐山
Sagatenryuji Tateishicho Ukyo WardArashiyama District is well-known for its river sceneries and its bamboo grove.
Distance: 53 minutes by bus (bus n.93/63/66, 230JPY)
Formally known as Shiuzan Chohoji Temple, the Rokkakudo is considered to be the "birthplace" of Ikebana (flower arranging), one of Kyoto's arts and crafts.
Distance: 14 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 6:00~17:00, open everyday
Entrance fee: free
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六角堂
248 DōnomaechōFormally known as Shiuzan Chohoji Temple, the Rokkakudo is considered to be the "birthplace" of Ikebana (flower arranging), one of Kyoto's arts and crafts.
Distance: 14 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 6:00~17:00, open everyday
Entrance fee: free
川沿いに散歩する - Strolling along the river
The banks of Kamo River are ideal for people who love walking, jogging, cycling and picnicking. Despite its location in the center of Kyoto, Kamo River offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
Distance: 11minutes' walk
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Kamo River
The banks of Kamo River are ideal for people who love walking, jogging, cycling and picnicking. Despite its location in the center of Kyoto, Kamo River offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
Distance: 11minutes' walk
カフェ/レストラン - Cafe/Restaurant
FRIANDISE is a bakery which sales pastries and sandwiches.
Distance: 3 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 7:00~19:00
FRIANDISE (フリアンディーズ) 烏丸店
335-2 ShōshōiotabichōFRIANDISE is a bakery which sales pastries and sandwiches.
Distance: 3 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 7:00~19:00
This bakery is popular among locals.
Distance: 8 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 7:00~19:00, closed on Monday
Boulangerie Liberte
常盤木町-65 寺町通二条上るThis bakery is popular among locals.
Distance: 8 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 7:00~19:00, closed on Monday
Cafe Bibliotic Hello! is a Cafe and a bakery. Ideal for sweet and savory breakfasts.
Distance: 4 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:30~23:00, open everyday
Cafe Bibliotic Hello!
Cafe Bibliotic Hello! is a Cafe and a bakery. Ideal for sweet and savory breakfasts.
Distance: 4 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:30~23:00, open everyday
Hitsuji is a donut specialty shop. Donuts are made of natural yeast and sprouted rice. Their donuts and caramel rusks are very delicious.
Distance: 3 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~18:00, open from Thursday to Saturday.
Hitsuji - Sheep
355-1 ŌichōHitsuji is a donut specialty shop. Donuts are made of natural yeast and sprouted rice. Their donuts and caramel rusks are very delicious.
Distance: 3 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~18:00, open from Thursday to Saturday.
Honke Owariya is a famous soba noodle restaurant.
This restaurant is very popular with locals so you might have to wait a little before beeing able to enter.
Distance: 6 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~18:00, open everyday
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Honke Owariya
322 NiōmontsukinukechōHonke Owariya is a famous soba noodle restaurant.
This restaurant is very popular with locals so you might have to wait a little before beeing able to enter.
Distance: 6 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~18:00, open everyday
This restaurant is specialized into Katsudon (deep-fried pork).
We highly recommend the one with fried vegetable. Delicious!
Distance: 19 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~22:00
タレカツ京都本店
44 ShioyachōThis restaurant is specialized into Katsudon (deep-fried pork).
We highly recommend the one with fried vegetable. Delicious!
Distance: 19 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 11:00~22:00
お土産/体験 - Souvenir/Experience
Kyoto Handicraft Center sells traditional craft products. The center offers also some experiences such as meeting Maiko and craft workshops. Kyoto Handicraft Center is ideal to find high-quality souvenirs! Kyoto Handicraft is right behing Heian Jingu Shrine!
Distance:
- By foot: 24 minutes
- By bus: 13 minutes - bus n.204, 93, or 202 - 230JPY
Opening hours: 10:00~19:00
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Kyoto Handicraft Centre
聖護院円頓美町-17 左京区Kyoto Handicraft Center sells traditional craft products. The center offers also some experiences such as meeting Maiko and craft workshops. Kyoto Handicraft Center is ideal to find high-quality souvenirs! Kyoto Handicraft is right behing Heian Jingu Shrine!
Distance:
- By foot: 24 minutes
- By bus: 13 minutes - bus n.204, 93, or 202 - 230JPY
Opening hours: 10:00~19:00
This tea shop sells high-quality tea.
Distance: 7 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 10:00~18:00
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Ion Mall Kyoto Gojo Bus Stop station
Saiinoiwakechō Ukyo WardThis tea shop sells high-quality tea.
Distance: 7 minutes' walk
Opening hours: 10:00~18:00
Nishiki Food Market is very popular among locals and tourists. Coming to this market will be a great occasion to taste some local foods.
Distance: 15 minutes' walk
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Nishiki Market Shopping District
Nishiki Food Market is very popular among locals and tourists. Coming to this market will be a great occasion to taste some local foods.
Distance: 15 minutes' walk
スーパーマーケット/コンビニ - Supermarket/Convenience store
Family Mart is a convenience store open 24/7.
Distance: 4 minutes' walk
FamilyMart Nakatoku-Karasuma-Nijo
257 MakieyachōFamily Mart is a convenience store open 24/7.
Distance: 4 minutes' walk
Fresco Marutamachi
223 TamauechōFresco is a supermarket open 24/7.
Distance: 9 minutes' walk