Traditional pagoda in Kyoto with cherry blossoms

Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu famous for its classical Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines, and traditional wooden houses. The city is also known for its formal traditions such as kaiseki dining and geisha entertainment.

Things to Do

  • Visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine with thousands of vermillion torii gates
  • Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
  • Explore Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion
  • Experience a traditional tea ceremony
  • Walk through the historic Gion geisha district

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