Best around Kyoto Spot List

Flowers blossom throughout the seasons at this temple, also known as “The Flower Temple”

Weave, watch, and wear traditional textiles from elegant Kyoto

One of Kyoto's most renowned temples, located on the side of Mt. Otowa in the Higishiyama Range. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you

A classical red brick building

For centuries, Nishiki Market has been known and loved as Kyoto's kitchen.

Take a relaxed trip around Ine Bay by boat

Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”

Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden

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

Famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Packed full of nutrients from plants from Japan and China

The head shrine of all the Tenman-gu shrines in Japan, affectionally called ”Kitano no Tenjin-san.” The shrine is dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane.

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.

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

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.

A stone paved street where shops of long standing are lined up, full of Kyoto atmosphere

Maiko hurry back and forth at night amongst establishments fit for heads of state

The museum’s shop is a must-see, too

Famous for its majestic, moss-covered garden