Best around Kyoto Spot List

Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display

Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms

Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

The head temple of the Jodo sect, founded at the place where Honen Shonin passed away. The magnificent monastery was built under the wing of the Tokugawa family.

Enjoy Japan's outstanding weeping cherry blossoms

Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

The mountain villa where a scholar lived a secluded life

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

A majestic temple and garden with beautiful Arashiyama in the background

Fallen leaves on the road to the temple invite you to this high-status monzeki temple

Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers

A select shop with a wide selection of books and goods

Weave, watch, and wear traditional textiles from elegant Kyoto

Where the emperors and nobles enjoyed themselves

Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines

Learn about sake brewing

The Kyoto National Museum houses many artworks and cultural properties of Kyoto dating from the Heian period (794-1185) to the Edo period (1603-1868).

The oldest shrine in Kyoto