Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 5
63 mi
And now Kyoto.
How could a trip be without this stunning city? Kyoto is the former capital of Japan on the island of Honshu and is known for its many Buddhist temples, shrines, imperial residences, gardens and parks.
Today you will get into the atmosphere of Kyoto and enjoy the famous sights with great history and magical legends.
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36 mi
1 hr 10 min
10:0045 min
One of the most popular takeout stores in Kyoto. The sweets here are top-notch. Visitors recommend the original candied beans, for example, or try the authentic Japanese Sencha green tea or the signature mochi.
The staff understands English well. There may be small queues. The store is open from 8:30 to 17:30.
The staff understands English well. There may be small queues. The store is open from 8:30 to 17:30.
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2.8 mi
15 min
11:0030 min
We begin with the temple of Eikan-do. It was founded in 853 by the monk Shinjo and was used as a temple of Shingon teaching, but in the 11th century, under the influence of its head the monk Yokan, it became a Jodo-shu temple. There are National Treasures of Japan, such as the Yamakoshi Amida, as well as Buddhist paintings from the Kamakura period (1185-1333).
The temple grounds themselves, which you will be walking through, contain an abundance of maples. The color palette here is fantastic, especially in spring and fall.
The temple grounds themselves, which you will be walking through, contain an abundance of maples. The color palette here is fantastic, especially in spring and fall.
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6 mi
25 min
12:001 hr 30 min
The next famous historical site is the Fushimi Inari Taisa Temple. This is the main shrine in honor of the female inari deities. Inari are "responsible" for tea, rice, sake, and fertility.
The shrine is located at the foot of the mountain (233 meters above sea level). To get here, you have to walk up a large number of steps. Along the way, you'll see many candy stores (there are famous fortune cookies) and small temples along these steps. Tourists say it takes up to 2 hours to climb in total, but it's worth it!
Nearly every temple has statues of kitzhune foxes. Some of the foxes have a key to the rice barn in their mouths. Legend has it that they have the ability to inhabit people through their fingernails.
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2.8 mi
20 min
14:0030 min
Kodai-ji Temple was built in 1605 by the woman Kita-no-Mandokoro. She created this temple in memory of her late husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The temple was subjected to fires after 1789, but managed to survive and is now in excellent condition. The Japanese government has listed Kodai-ji Temple as an "Important Cultural Property of Japan.
There are also regular tea ceremonies that you can take part in ;)
Admission costs ¥600.
There are also regular tea ceremonies that you can take part in ;)
Admission costs ¥600.
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1.9 mi
15 min
14:451 hr
Katsukura Tonkatsu Sanjo Main Store
The restaurant is located on the 11th floor of Kyoto Station in The cube.
Visitors love this place because it serves tender pork, crispy shrimp in garlic sauce, and free salad dressings, rice, and miso. The price corresponds to the quality.
You can book a table, and you can pay by card, too.
The restaurant is open every day from 11 to 9:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 11 to 22.
The restaurant is open every day from 11 to 9:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 11 to 22.
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4.6 mi
25 min
16:1545 min
Kinkaku-ji or Golden Pavilion is aesthetically reflected in the water of Kyokochi and is set among small islands of pine trees and rocks. This temple is considered one of the most famous in Kyoto.
You can also see a small tea house in the blooming garden in this area. The pleasure is assured!
The entrance fee is 400 yen.
The entrance fee is 400 yen.
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6.9 mi
40 min
17:4545 min
Kiyomizu-dera is a temple ensemble that includes many buildings such as a prayer hall, a pagoda, the main temple housing the goddess Kannon, a bell tent, sutra rooms, and horse stables. The entire complex is a national cultural treasure of Japan.
This name of the temple translates as "Temple of Pure Water.
The temple is on the UNESCO list. Admission is 300 yen.
The temple is on the UNESCO list. Admission is 300 yen.
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1.6 mi
15 min
19:001 hr 30 min
End the evening in a cozy restaurant. Try plum wine and chicken breast with vinegar.
The restaurant is open every day except Tuesday from 1:30 to 10:30 p.m.
The restaurant is open every day except Tuesday from 1:30 to 10:30 p.m.
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0.8 mi
10 min
22:0010 hrs