Kyoto

Kyoto (京都) is a city located in the Kansai region of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It was the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years, from 794 to 1868, and it is known for its well-preserved traditional architecture, historic temples and shrines, beautiful gardens, and traditional arts and crafts.

Some of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyoto include Kiyomizudera, a Buddhist temple built on a hillside with a large wooden veranda offering stunning views of the city; Fushimi Inari-taisha, a Shinto shrine known for its thousands of torii gates lining a network of hiking trails; and the Kinkakuji, a Zen Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf.

Kyoto is also known for its traditional arts and crafts, such as kimono textiles, ceramics, and lacquerware. The city has a lively food scene, with many restaurants serving traditional Kyoto cuisine, including kaiseki, a multi-course meal made with seasonal ingredients.

Getting there

From Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station:

Shinkansen

Tokyo Station ↓ Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen ↓ 2 hours 13 minutes (4 stops) Kyoto Station (Cost 14,170 yen)

From Osaka Station to Kyoto Station:

Train

Osaka Station ↓ Tokaido-Sanyo Line ↓ 29 minutes (3 stops) Kyoto Station (Cost 580 yen)