Day 1: A day exploring iconic shrines and the historic Gion district in Kyoto.
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Sunny, 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Inari Station (5 min ride).
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
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Tips: Arrive before 8 AM to avoid large crowds. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Higashiyama District
From Kyoto Station, take bus 100 or 206 to Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi bus stop.
Visit the famous wooden temple and explore traditional streets.
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Tips: Walk through the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka preserved streets for a historic atmosphere.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District Exploration & Dinner
Walk down from the Higashiyama District.
Stroll through the famous geisha district and have dinner.
Dinner: 3,000-8,000 JPY
Tips: You might spot a geiko or maiko in the evening, but be respectful and do not block their path.
Day 2: A day of natural beauty in Arashiyama and iconic golden temples.
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Partly cloudy, 21°C
morning
4 hours
1
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji Temple
Take the JR Sagano Line from Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Walk through the serene bamboo forest and visit a Zen temple.
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Tips: Visit the bamboo grove early in the morning for a more peaceful experience.
afternoon
1.5 hours
2
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take a direct bus (e.g., number 205) from Kyoto Station or transfer from Arashiyama.
Admire the stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
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Tips: The reflection of the pavilion on the pond is a classic photo opportunity.
late afternoon
2 hours
3
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station and walk.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local snacks and food.
1,000-3,000 JPY for snacks
Tips: Many shops close around 5-6 PM, so don't go too late. It's a great place for food souvenirs.
Day 1: A day exploring iconic shrines and the historic Gion district in Kyoto.
not mentioned
Sunny, 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Inari Station (5 min ride).
Hike through thousands of vibrant red torii gates.
not mentioned
Tips: Arrive before 8 AM to avoid large crowds. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Higashiyama District
From Kyoto Station, take bus 100 or 206 to Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi bus stop.
Visit the famous wooden temple and explore traditional streets.
not mentioned
Tips: Walk through the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka preserved streets for a historic atmosphere.
evening
3 hours
3
Gion District Exploration & Dinner
Walk down from the Higashiyama District.
Stroll through the famous geisha district and have dinner.
Dinner: 3,000-8,000 JPY
Tips: You might spot a geiko or maiko in the evening, but be respectful and do not block their path.
Day 2: A day of natural beauty in Arashiyama and iconic golden temples.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 21°C
morning
4 hours
1
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji Temple
Take the JR Sagano Line from Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
Walk through the serene bamboo forest and visit a Zen temple.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit the bamboo grove early in the morning for a more peaceful experience.
afternoon
1.5 hours
2
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Take a direct bus (e.g., number 205) from Kyoto Station or transfer from Arashiyama.
Admire the stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf.
not mentioned
Tips: The reflection of the pavilion on the pond is a classic photo opportunity.
late afternoon
2 hours
3
Nishiki Market
Take the Karasuma Line to Shijo Station and walk.
Explore 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for local snacks and food.
1,000-3,000 JPY for snacks
Tips: Many shops close around 5-6 PM, so don't go too late. It's a great place for food souvenirs.
