Things to do in Kyoto
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East Temple
Kyoto's oldest standing pagoda crowns this 9th-century Buddhist temple, a UNESCO World Heritage gem.
Kyoto's oldest standing pagoda crowns this 9th-century Buddhist temple, a UNESCO World Heritage gem.
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Fushimi Inari-taisha
Walk through thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up sacred Mount Inari—an unforgettable spiritual journey.
Walk through thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up sacred Mount Inari—an unforgettable spiritual journey.
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Ginkakuji
A serene Zen temple with moss gardens and a iconic silver pavilion mirroring Kyoto's timeless beauty.
A serene Zen temple with moss gardens and a iconic silver pavilion mirroring Kyoto's timeless beauty.
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Kamigamo Shrine
One of Kyoto's oldest Shinto shrines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled among serene ancient forests.
One of Kyoto's oldest Shinto shrines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled among serene ancient forests.
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Katsura Imperial Villa
A serene 17th-century imperial retreat showcasing Japan's most refined traditional garden and architecture.
A serene 17th-century imperial retreat showcasing Japan's most refined traditional garden and architecture.
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Kinkaku-ji
A shimmering golden pavilion reflected in tranquil ponds — Kyoto's most breathtaking and iconic temple.
A shimmering golden pavilion reflected in tranquil ponds — Kyoto's most breathtaking and iconic temple.
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Kiyomizu-dera
A UNESCO-listed wooden marvel perched on Kyoto's hillside, offering breathtaking city views and timeless serenity.
A UNESCO-listed wooden marvel perched on Kyoto's hillside, offering breathtaking city views and timeless serenity.
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Kyoto Imperial Palace
Stroll the serene grounds of Japan's historic imperial palace, a stunning window into centuries of royal life.
Stroll the serene grounds of Japan's historic imperial palace, a stunning window into centuries of royal life.
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Kyoto Imperial Palace Park
Stroll through serene gardens surrounding Kyoto's historic imperial palace, a tranquil oasis in the city's heart.
Stroll through serene gardens surrounding Kyoto's historic imperial palace, a tranquil oasis in the city's heart.
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Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art
Municipal art museum displaying Japanese and international visual art collections.
Municipal art museum displaying Japanese and international visual art collections.
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Kyoto National Museum
Explore centuries of Japanese art and cultural treasures in Kyoto's premier national museum.
Explore centuries of Japanese art and cultural treasures in Kyoto's premier national museum.
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Kyoto Tower
Soar above Kyoto's ancient skyline from this striking white tower for unforgettable panoramic views.
Soar above Kyoto's ancient skyline from this striking white tower for unforgettable panoramic views.
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Nijō Castle
Step inside a 17th-century shogun's fortress, where ornate golden halls meet serene Japanese gardens.
Step inside a 17th-century shogun's fortress, where ornate golden halls meet serene Japanese gardens.
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Nishi-Hongan-ji
A breathtaking Jodo Shinshu Buddhist headquarters with stunning architecture, inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list since 1994.
A breathtaking Jodo Shinshu Buddhist headquarters with stunning architecture, inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list since 1994.
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Philosopher's Walk
Stroll a canal-side path where Kyoto's cherry blossoms drift like pink snow each spring.
Stroll a canal-side path where Kyoto's cherry blossoms drift like pink snow each spring.
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Ryōan-ji
Marvel at Japan's most enigmatic rock garden, a UNESCO-listed Rinzai temple of serene mystery.
Marvel at Japan's most enigmatic rock garden, a UNESCO-listed Rinzai temple of serene mystery.
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Takayoshi Kido's former residence in the Meiji era
Step inside the preserved Kyoto residence of Kido Takayoshi, a founding father of modern Japan.
Step inside the preserved Kyoto residence of Kido Takayoshi, a founding father of modern Japan.
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TOEI Kyoto Studio Park
Step into feudal Japan on a working movie set where samurai dramas come alive daily.
Step into feudal Japan on a working movie set where samurai dramas come alive daily.
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Fujii Daimaru
Kyoto's beloved multi-floor department store offering fashion, food, and local goods in the heart of the city.
Kyoto's beloved multi-floor department store offering fashion, food, and local goods in the heart of the city.
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Tenji Tennoryo
Rest in the shadow of Emperor Tenji, one of Japan's most revered 7th-century rulers.
Rest in the shadow of Emperor Tenji, one of Japan's most revered 7th-century rulers.
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Kan'non bosatsu
A historic memorial in Kyoto.
A historic memorial in Kyoto.
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Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities)
Explore ancient temples, shrines, and gardens that shaped Japanese culture across more than a millennium.
Explore ancient temples, shrines, and gardens that shaped Japanese culture across more than a millennium.
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A historic landmark in Kyoto.
A historic landmark in Kyoto.
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A historic landmark in Kyoto.
A historic landmark in Kyoto.