Sightseeing
Things to DoNearby attractions
1) Gion
Many tea houses and geisha houses remain in this entertainment district, exuding the atmosphere of Kyoto. You can also see maiko and geisha.
About 15 minutes on foot
http://www.gion.or.jp
2) Shinkyogoku Street
Shinkyogoku is lined with many souvenir shops and is also dotted with old temples such as Anyoji Temple.
About 4 minutes on foot
http://www.shinkyogoku.or.jp
3) Nishiki Market
Lined with shops selling yuba (tofu skin), pickles, Kyoto vegetables, and fresh produce, the area is known as "Kyoto's Kitchen."
About 2 minutes on foot
http://www.kyoto-nishiki.or.jp
4) Ponto-gai
One of the five geisha districts of Kyoto, this flower path stretches for about 600 meters along the Kamo River from Shijo Street to Sanjo Street.
About 15 minutes on foot
http://www.ponto-chou.com
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5) Heian Shrine
The large red torii gate is the landmark. The vermilion-painted architecture is beautiful, and the scenery changes with the seasons, making this a popular spot to enjoy.
20 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.heianjingu.or.jp/
6) Toei Kyoto Studio Park
This movie village, where period dramas are also filmed, recreates an old townscape that makes you feel like you've traveled back in time.
40 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.toei-eigamura.com/
7) Kyoto Aquarium
This popular spot can be enjoyed by both children and adults, where you can see the giant salamander, a protected species of fish, the cute walking penguins, and dynamic jumping dolphins in a show.
30 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.kyoto-aquarium.com/
8) Kyoto International Manga Museum
The museum has a collection of about 30 items (as of 2011), including modern Japanese manga, historical materials related to manga from the Meiji period onwards, famous manga from around the world, magazines, animation-related materials, etc. A recommended spot for manga lovers★
10 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.kyotomm.jp/
9) Hydrangeas at Mimuroto Temple
In the large garden of 5m6, you can see flowers of all seasons, and in June, the Hydrangea Garden is filled with 50 varieties and 10000 plants, including Western hydrangea, forehead hydrangea, oak leaf hydrangea, and the mysterious seven-tiered hydrangea, which are in full bloom, creating a spectacular sight! It is so famous that it is also called the Hydrangea Temple.
40 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.mimurotoji.com/
10) Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine
Nishiki Market is a popular spot known as "Kyoto's Kitchen," with rows of stores selling yuba, pickles, Kyoto vegetables, and fresh produce. Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine, located at the eastern end of the market, is said to bring good fortune in academic success as well as business prosperity.
About 4 minutes on foot
http://nishikitenmangu.or.jp/
11) Kiyomizu-dera Temple
There are many famous sights to see, such as Jishu Shrine, known for its love fortune-telling stones; the stage of the main hall, which is the origin of the expression "jumping off the stage of Kiyomizu"; and Otowa Falls, which has three waterfalls that are said to bring "water for longevity," "water for romantic fulfillment," and "water for academic success."
10 minutes by train, bus, etc.
http://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/
12) Yasaka Shrine
Also known as "Gion-san," this shrine is known for the Gion Festival (Gion-kai) held in July.
About 15 minutes on foot
http://www.yasaka-jinja.or.jp/
Nearby attractions
Kyoto City Tourism Association:http://www.kyokanko.or.jp/
The whole Kyoto portal site:http://www.e-kyoto.net/
Yes, let's go to Kyoto.http://souda-kyoto.jp/
Kyoto's attractions and sightseeing (Kyoto Prefecture official website):http://www.pref.kyoto.jp/enjoy/
Kyoto Prefecture Tourist Guide:http://www.kyoto-kankou.or.jp/
Kyoto Good Places Web:http://kyoto.graphic.co.jp/