Best around Kyoto Spot List

A temple founded in Higashiyama by Hideyoshi Toyotomi's wife, Nene, to mourn his passing and pray for his soul. The nighttime illuminations in spring, summer and fall are beautiful to see.

Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”

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The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.

A mortuary temple for the imperial household

A thatched hut that stands in lush greenery

The mountain villa of Minamoto no Toru, the model for Hikaru Genji

A famous location for autumn leaves, connected to Kukai (Kobo-daishi)

A shopping spot with all the top brands

Occasionally open seasonally for cherry blossom, azalea, and fall leaves viewing

Make your wishes at Nariai-ji Temple

A famous shrine that plays a central role in the Gion Festival

Featuring a wooden statue of a historical Shogun from the Ashikaga period

The head temple of the Rinzai sect's Tofuku-ji School, which has Japan's largest monastery and oldest San-mon gate. It is known as one of Kyoto's best places to view autumn leaves.

Kamigamo-jinja Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, founded during the mythical age. It is famous for its Aoi Festival (Kamo Festival) and is registered as a World Heritage Site.

There is a wide selection of popular home appliances. A store with a passport reader. All items are duty free.

Enjoy views in every season

Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers

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

An ancient temple with a beautiful garden, connected to Murasaki Shibibu