Kyoto Attractions
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1Fushimi Inari Shrine
Iconic torii gates and mountain trails
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2Kiyomizudera
Famous for its large wooden terrace
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3Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
Golden temple reflecting in pond
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4Ginkakuji Temple (Silver Pavilion)
Amous for the Silver Pavilion and gardens
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5Kokedera (Moss Temple)
Unique moss garden and sutra rituals
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6Nanzenji Temple
Historic Zen temple with beautiful gardens
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7Ninnaji Temple
Historic temple with late-blooming cherry trees
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8Nijo Castle
Historic shogun residence with beautiful gardens
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9Katsura Imperial Villa
Japanese garden and Edo architecture
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10Ryoanji Temple
Home to Japan’s famous rock garden
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11Daitokuji Temple
Famous for Zen gardens and tea culture
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12Kyoto Railway Museum
Japan’s top railway museum with steam trains
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13Kyoto National Museum
Historic art treasures in modern setting
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14Shugakuin Imperial Villa
Traditional imperial gardens, historical architecture
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15Hanamikoji Street
Geisha culture, historic wooden houses
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16Yoshiminedera Temple
Historic temple, stunning autumn views
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17Kenninji Temple
Oldest Zen temple in Kyoto
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18Daikakuji Temple
Historic temple with serene gardens
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19Sanzenin Temple
Tranquil moss gardens and history
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20Philosopher’s Path
Cherry blossoms and serene strolls
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21Kodaiji Temple
Historic temple, beautiful gardens, lacquerwork
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22Daigoji Temple
Ancient temples, historic pagoda, cherry blossoms
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23Tofukuji Temple
Famous for autumn colors and gardens
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24Tenryuji Temple
Historic Zen temple with beautiful gardens
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25Yasaka Pagoda
Historic pagoda with rare access
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26Yasaka Shrine
Gion Matsuri and cherry blossoms
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27Maruyama Park
Cherry blossoms and hanami parties
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28Togetsukyo Bridge
Scenic views and historic charm
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29Bamboo Groves
Tranquil bamboo paths and crafts
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30Okochi Sanso Villa
Actor’s villa with serene garden
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31Monkey Park Iwatayama
Playful monkeys and city views
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32Saga-Toriimoto Preserved Street
Actor’s villa with serene gardens
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33Rakushisha Residence
Haiku legacy, poetic and serene retreat
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34Fukuda Art Museum
Edo art and scenic design
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35Jojakkoji Temple
Peaceful views and autumn leaves
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36Nisonin Temple
Historic architecture, serene atmosphere, city views
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37Gioji Temple
Moss garden and tranquility
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38Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple
Historic statues and bamboo forest
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39Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple
Famous for its unique stone rakan statues
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40Sagano Scenic Railway
Charming autumn views and nostalgic trains
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41Hozugawa River Cruise
Traditional boat cruise through scenic ravine
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42Enryakuji Temple (Hieizan)
Historic monastery and Tendai Buddhism
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43Shorenin Temple
Imperial roots and serene gardens
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44Sento Palace
Retirement palace and imperial gardens
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45Nishiki Market
Kyoto's vibrant food market
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46Yamazaki Whisky Museum
First whisky distillery in Japan
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47Kyoto Tower
Kyoto's tallest modern landmark with views
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48Kyoto Station
Futuristic design, transportation hub, shopping
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49Kyoto Aquarium
Japanese giant salamander, dolphin shows, marine life
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50Kyoto Manga Museum
Massive manga collection and exhibitions
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51Shinnyodo Temple
Beautiful autumn colors, Amida Buddha
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52Manshuin Temple
Historic temple, autumn colors, Shoin architecture
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53Shogunzuka Mound
Spectacular views and seasonal beauty
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54Enkoji Temple
Autumn colors and serene gardens
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55Eikando Temple
Stunning autumn colors and illuminations
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56Honganji Temples
Historic temples and stunning Buddhist architecture
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57Toei Eigamura
Historical film sets, ninja performances, period costumes
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58Nijo Jinya
Secret pathways and trap doors
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59Kitano Tenmangu
Plum blossoms, autumn leaves, education prayers
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60Chionin Temple
Largest wooden gate, serene gardens
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61Kamo Shrines
Historic shrines, Aoi Matsuri festival
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62Kyoto Imperial Palace
Former residence of Japan's Imperial Family
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63Myoshinji Temple
Largest Zen temple, beautiful gardens
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64Heian Shrine
Cherry blossoms, Jidai Festival, historical significance
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65Toji Temple
Tallest wooden pagoda in Japan
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66Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Oldest family-owned sake brewery in Japan
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67Kizakura Brewery
Famous for sake and craft beer
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68Fushimi Yumehyakushu
Visitor center with sake tastings
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69Teradaya Inn
Where Sakamoto Ryoma was attacked
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70Otesujidori Shopping Arcade
Traditional shopping street with local sake