Best around Kyoto Spot List

The Osawa-no-ike Pond is famous for its cherry blossoms and moon-viewing pavilion

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

A Zen temple of the Rinzai School built in the scenic area of Arashimaya in Kyoto. It was built by Takauji Ashikaga in memory of the recently deceased Emperor Go-Daigo.

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

Tour the distillery where Japan's first malt whisky was created

A modern atmosphere infused with traditional Japanese beauty

Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens

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.

An ancient temple known as an exemplary viewing spot for autumn leaves since the Heian period.

The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.

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

The 100-year-old white plum tree watches over this Sukiya-style city along the Shirokawa stream

Partake of fine chocolat inside an elegant old Japanese-style home

The oyakodon (chicken and egg on rice) at this veteran shop is profound in its simplicity

Enjoy the adorable shape of wheat gluten manju wrapped in bamboo leaves

Directly connected to Kyoto Station, this major complex facility contains hotels, department stores, specialized stores, restaurants, and theaters, offering various kinds of recreation.

Enjoy the greenery of the garden inside Nanzen-ji Temple at a boiled tofu store

A well-established Kyoto confection shop that’s perfect for those with a sweet tooth

Take a snack break at this Japanese sweet shop’s tea house

A whimsical space reminding you of a western-style home from the Showa period