1. KINKAKUJI TEMPLE ( GOLDEN PAVILION)
The first temple in my itinerary for Kyoto. Kinkakuji temple is one of the many temples and shrines in Kyoto prefecture. The temple is completely covered in gold and set against a lush green background making it a picturesque site and among the most photographed place in Kyoto by visitors and locals alike.
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OPEN DAILY from 9 AM to 5 PM
How to get there: Take bus 101 or 205 and alight at Kinkakuji-michi bus stop.
2. FUSHIMA INARI SHRINE
This shrine is on top of my favorite place visited in Kyoto.From the moment I stepped out of Inari station , I was welcomed by a huge Vermillion Torii Gate.
Fushima Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari-god of rice. It is home to seemingly endless arcades of vermillion torii gates.
OPEN DAILY with FREE ADMISSION
How to get there:
Take the JR Nara Line and alight Inari Station or take the Keihan line and alight fushima inari station
3. KIYOMIZUDERA TEMPLE
Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple is one of every visitors bucket list of places to visit in Kyoto. Situated above the hillside ; the main hall stage made of wood give visitors to the temple a spectacular view of the city of Kyoto in a distance.
OPEN DAILY from 6 AM to 6 PM
How to get there: Take bus 100 or 206 - get off at Gojo Sijo or Kiyomizu -michi bus stop.
4. HIGASHIYAMA DISTRICT
A slope and narrow street lined with plenitude of old wooden houses , shops, and cafes. Higashiyama district gives every visitors a vibe of an old city . A great place to experience traditional old Kyoto. Also , it is one of the best places in the area to buy souvenirs and matcha soft ice cream xoxo ..
5. YASAKA SHRINE
Also called Gion Shrine often visited by tourist due to it's proximity to Gion district . The shrine is well known as a venue for the Gion Matsuri Festival celebrated every month of July.
Free Admission
How to get there: take bus 100 or 206 - alight at Gion Bus stop.
6. GION DISTRICT
Probably the most well known district in Kyoto. Gion is known for its numerous traditional wooden houses , exclusive Japanese restaurants , teahouses , cultural show , and Geishas.
One of many reasons why tourists flock the place is because of these Geishas where the hundred years old Japanese women entertaining tradition still exists. Just wandering around the area and chances are you'll glimpse a geisha wearing their exquisite make up and kimono . I was lucky enough that I saw not one but four Geishas when I visited Gion district.
How to get there:
- take bus no 100 or 206 from Kyoto station and get off at Gion bus stop.
- take train and alight at Gion Shijo station ( Keihan Line ) Kawaramachi station ( Hankyu Line)
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