Day 1: Exploring historic temples and traditional streets in eastern Kyoto.
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morning
2 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take Kyoto City Bus number 206 or 100 to Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi bus stop.
Iconic wooden temple with panoramic city views.
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Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid large crowds.
afternoon
1.5 hours
2
Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka
A short walk down the hill from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Charming, preserved historic streets with shops.
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Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be steep.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Continue walking north from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Famous geisha district with traditional architecture.
Dinner: approx. 6,000 JPY
Tips: Be respectful if you see a geiko or maiko; do not block their path for photos.
Day 2: Visiting the Golden Pavilion and the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
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Sunny, 20°C
morning
1 hour
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
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Tips: The reflection of the pavilion in the pond is a classic photo spot.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take the JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Famous walking path through a dense bamboo forest.
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Tips: The grove is open 24/7, an early morning or late evening visit is less crowded.
evening
1.5 hours
3
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station.
Bustling market with local foods and goods.
Food tasting: 2,000 - 3,000 JPY
Tips: Many stalls close around 6 PM, so plan to visit in the late afternoon or early evening.
Day 1: Exploring historic temples and traditional streets in eastern Kyoto.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
2 hours
1
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Take Kyoto City Bus number 206 or 100 to Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi bus stop.
Iconic wooden temple with panoramic city views.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit early in the morning to avoid large crowds.
afternoon
1.5 hours
2
Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka
A short walk down the hill from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Charming, preserved historic streets with shops.
not mentioned
Tips: Wear comfortable shoes as the stone steps can be steep.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District
Continue walking north from the Yasaka Shrine area.
Famous geisha district with traditional architecture.
Dinner: approx. 6,000 JPY
Tips: Be respectful if you see a geiko or maiko; do not block their path for photos.
Day 2: Visiting the Golden Pavilion and the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
not mentioned
Sunny, 20°C
morning
1 hour
1
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take Kyoto City Bus number 101 or 205 from Kyoto Station.
Stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection of the pavilion in the pond is a classic photo spot.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Take the JR Sagano Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Famous walking path through a dense bamboo forest.
not mentioned
Tips: The grove is open 24/7, an early morning or late evening visit is less crowded.
evening
1.5 hours
3
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station.
Bustling market with local foods and goods.
Food tasting: 2,000 - 3,000 JPY
Tips: Many stalls close around 6 PM, so plan to visit in the late afternoon or early evening.
