5 days in Japan: How to travel in Kyoto as a first timer
5 Days Kyoto Itinerary: Zen, Temples, and Tea Galore - Your Japan Journey Awaits
Sep 20, 2023
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Japan
Suitable for: Outdoor & Nature, Culture & Art, Sightseeing, Hiking & Trekking, Adventure, Wellness
5 Days Kyoto Itinerary: Zen, Temples, and Tea Galore - Your Japan Journey Awaits
Sep 20, 2023
1.2K viewed
Japan
Suitable for: Outdoor & Nature, Culture & Art, Sightseeing, Hiking & Trekking, Adventure, Wellness
Itinerary Overview
Important Notes Before Traveling
• Respect Local Customs: Kyoto is steeped in tradition, so it's crucial to respect local customs and etiquettes. Bowing is a common form of greeting, and when visiting temples and shrines, be mindful of dress codes that often require modest attire.
• Shoes Off: Many traditional establishments, including ryokans (traditional inns) and some restaurants, require you to remove your shoes before entering. Be prepared to do so and wear clean socks.
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Itinerary
Nijō Castle
Food & Beverage
541 Nijōjōchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301, Japan
Kinkaku-ji
Place
1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan
Ryōan-ji
Place
13 Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8001, Japan
Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE
Place
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
Chion-in Temple
Place
400 Rinkachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-8686, Japan
Sannen-Zaka Path & Ninen Zaka Path
Place
Sannen-Zaka Path & Ninen Zaka Path, 3 Chome Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
Kiyomizu-dera
Place
1-chōme-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Place
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Mount Daimonji
Place
Japan, 〒606-8442 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Shishigatani Daikokudanichō, 大文字山
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Place
2 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Food & Beverage
2 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan
Tetsugaku No Michi
Place
Tetsugaku No Michi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
Eikan-dō (Zenrin-ji) Temple
Place
48 Eikandōchō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8445, Japan
Nanzen-ji Temple
Place
86 Nanzenji Fukuchichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan
Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Kudari)
Place
Japan, 〒621-0005 京都府亀岡市保津町下中島２
Sagano Scenic Railway
Place
Sagano Scenic Railway, Kyoto, Japan
Okochi Sanso Garden
Food & Beverage
8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Place
Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Tenryu-ji
Place
Japan, 〒616-8385 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町６８
Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
Place
Japan, 〒616-0004 京都府京都市西京区嵐山中尾下町６１
Kurama-dera Temple
Place
1074 Kuramahonmachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1111, Japan
Kifune-jinja Shrine
Place
180 Kuramakibunechō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1112, Japan
Sanzen-in Temple
Place
540 Ōhararaikōinchō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1242, Japan
Ohara Michi
Food & Beverage
Ohara Michi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
Jakkō-in Temple
Place
676 Ōharakusaochō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1248, Japan
Kamo River
Place
Kamo River, Kyoto, Japan
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