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Shoren In Temple
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
One of our all-time favorite temples in Kyoto, Shoren-in is bypassed by almost all tourists and bus groups.  where you can walk with a light pack from guesthouse to guesthouse for a few days. It's a brilliant way to
Read MoreKyoto Walking Itineraries
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Kyoto is a wonderful city for walking -- it's compact, largely flat, the weather is comfortable most of the year, and drivers are sane. Here are three different one day itineraries for walkers, coveri
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tour 1 Nanzen Ji Temple Yoshida Jinja Shrine
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Book your own private Kyoto walking tour with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide to explore some of Kyoto's most famous temples ![Buddha in the leaves](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-7v9ZgGF
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tour 2 Tofuku Ji Temple Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
This Kyoto walking tour lets you wander from one of Kyoto's most beguiling temples to its most famous and awe-inspiring Shinto shrine ![The tori at Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, Kyoto](https://photos.
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tour 3 Classic Southern Higashiyama
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Take in some of Kyoto's most famous sights and some of its secret spots too, all in one four-hour private Kyoto walking tour ![Yasaka Shrine Kyoto](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-XSS6Ffb/0/L/i-X
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tour 4 Gion Evening Walk
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Discover the world of the geisha in this atmospheric evening walk in Gion, the "Floating World" of Kyoto. ![Gion at Night, Kyoto](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-zVqwVRz/0/L/i-zVqwVRz-L.jpg "Gion
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tour 5 Arashiyama
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Explore the stunning Kyoto district of Arashiyama, including the breathtaking Bamboo Grove, on this guided private walk. ![Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-WCHc5Kn/
Read MoreKyoto Walking Tours
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Chris Rowthorn Tours offers private guided Kyoto walking tours for groups of 1 to 6 people. They're the perfect introduction to Kyoto's sights and the city's fascinating culture. [Walk 1: Norther
Read MoreWalking In Gion
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
At the heart of Kyoto lies Gion, the city's most famous entertainment district and the center of its traditional arts. Michael Lambe takes us on a daytime tour of Gion's most famous landmarks, shops a
Read MoreWalking The Path Of Philosophy
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
The Path of Philosophy is a scenic stroll path in north-eastern Kyoto that offers a quiet retreat from the city and food for thought in the many historic sites that line the way. Michael Lambe guides
Read MoreA Day Trip To Ohara
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Ohara is an ancient farming village north of Kyoto, famous for its rural beauty and the historical and spiritual significance of its many temples. Michael Lambe takes us on a comprehensive tour of thi
Read MoreA Trip To Uji
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
To the south of Kyoto lies Uji, a small city famed for its green tea, its World Heritage sites, and its association with the Tale of Genji -- the world's first novel. Michael Lambe takes us on a compr
Read MoreAdashino Nembutsu Ji Temple
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
A touching temple at the top of the Arashiyama sightseeing district, you'll find 8000 Buddhist statues here placed in memory of those who died without kin. ![Stone statues in Adashino Nenbutsu-ji bud
Read MoreArashiyama Boat Rental Arashiyama Tsusen
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
One of the best ways to explore the Arashiyama area is by renting a boat and rowing around the lovely lower Hozu-gawa area, especially when the cherry blossoms are out. ![Along Hozu-gawa river to Ara
Read MoreAritsugu Kyoto
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Japan is known the world over for the quality of its knives, and Aritsugu, a knife specialist in Nishiki Market, makes some of the best in the country. Located on the north side of [Nishiki market](n
Read MoreBackpacking In Kyoto
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
You can have a great time backpacking in Kyoto. Traveling on a budget doesn't mean you'll miss out on any of city's major attractions. Indeed, you'll be surprised at just how cheap Kyoto can be if you
Read MoreBar Metro Northern Higashiyama
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
The only club we've ever seen inside a train station, the aptly named Metro is located in one of the entrance tunnels to the Keihan Line's Marutamachi Station. Metro has been just about single-handed
Read MoreBest Cooking Classes In Kyoto
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Kyoto is a great place to take a Japanese cooking class: It's filled with traditional markets, including the famous Nishiki Market, and there are several good cooking schools. Here are our three favor
Read MoreBest Kyoto Souvenirs
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Kyoto is the best place in Japan to buy authentic Japanese goods. Here's a handy list of some great Kyoto souvenirs and the best place to buy them. ![Washi paper](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-
Read MoreChion Ji Temple Handicraft Market
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Chion-ji Temple hosts a fabulous handicraft market on the 15th of every month. It's a great place to pick up unique, locally made souvenirs during your travels to Kyoto. ![The entrance to Chion-ji Te
Read MoreCycling Kyoto
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
Kyoto is regularly voted one of the best bicycle cities in Asia, and for good reason: The city is largely flat, roads are well maintained, drivers are sane and there are plenty of places to purchase o
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