Best around Kyoto Spot List

A guardian deity of water with miraculous virtue worshipped since ancient times. The shrine has been worshipped for better luck marriage by countless people through the ages, including nobles.

Here at Shoren-in Temple, Emperor Kanmu prayed for peace for the capital and buried a shogun statue inside its burial mound

From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display

Enjoy a relaxing walk down this magical path

Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms

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.

The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.

The symbol and picturesque area of Arashiyama

Enjoy views in every season

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

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

The entire space is a work of art! An art museum designed by painter Insho Domoto

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

Enjoy Diverse Cherry Blossom Trees From Multiple Angles

The head temple of the Rinzai sect, known as the highest-ranked Zen temple in Japan.

A select shop with a wide selection of books and goods

Get up close and personal with a Japanese macaque

Handmade artisanal canvas bags that are study and built to last

The main street of Gion features a machiya-style townscape on a cobblestone street

Relax in a tranquil environment surrounded by bamboo