Best around Kyoto Spot List

Refined, high-quality Japanese stationery and incense

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

A place for relaxation for the citizens of Kyoto and famous for its plum blossoms

A castle that is deeply rooted in the history of the Tokugawa Clan and became an important historic site during the Meiji Restoration when power was returned to Japan's Imperial Family.

The beloved boathouse of Ryoma Sakamoto

Pray for good health and matchmaking at this shrine built for subduing an epidemic

Featuring a garden created by Motonobu Kano

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.

One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.

A shrine to visit for breaking bad habits or starting good ones

Where the guardian buck and doe are enshrined

A shopping spot with all the top brands

The main temple of the Shingon Sect of the Daigo School of Buddhism that stretches across Mt. Daigo. Famous for its cherry blossoms, Hideyoshi Toyotomi used to hold spring parties here to enjoy the trees when they are in bloom.

The museum’s shop is a must-see, too

Inherit Hikaru Genji's luck in love

For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did

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

A picture of life in Japan perfectly blended into nature

A Tendai sect temple with the magnificent natural monument, Yoryu no Matsu

Two different windows overlooking a garden