Guidebook for Kyōto-shi
Sightseeing
Kodaiji (高台寺, Kōdaiji) is an outstanding temple in Kyoto's Higashiyama District. It was established in 1606 in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of Japan's greatest historical figures.
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Kōdaiji Temple
526 ShimokawarachōKodaiji (高台寺, Kōdaiji) is an outstanding temple in Kyoto's Higashiyama District. It was established in 1606 in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of Japan's greatest historical figures.
Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社, Yasaka Jinja), also known as Gion Shrine, is one of the most famous shrines in Kyoto.
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Yasaka-Schrein
625 Gionmachi KitagawaYasaka Shrine (八坂神社, Yasaka Jinja), also known as Gion Shrine, is one of the most famous shrines in Kyoto.
Gion (祇園) is a district of Kyoto, Japan, originally developed in the Middle Ages, in front of Yasaka Shrine. It eventually evolved to become one of the most exclusive and well-known geisha districts.
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Gion
Higashiyama WardGion (祇園) is a district of Kyoto, Japan, originally developed in the Middle Ages, in front of Yasaka Shrine. It eventually evolved to become one of the most exclusive and well-known geisha districts.
Located halfway up Otowa Mountain in the eastern part of Kyoto City, Kiyomizu-dera is a historic temple that was established in 778, even before Kyoto became the capital of Japan.
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Kiyomizu-Tempel
Located halfway up Otowa Mountain in the eastern part of Kyoto City, Kiyomizu-dera is a historic temple that was established in 778, even before Kyoto became the capital of Japan.
Nice show in a beautiful setting of Kaburenjo Theater. Don't go for the expensive seats, choose the cheap tickets and seat on the tatami. The view is nice and experience more authentic.
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Miyako Odori
Gionmachi Minamigawa Higashiyama WardNice show in a beautiful setting of Kaburenjo Theater. Don't go for the expensive seats, choose the cheap tickets and seat on the tatami. The view is nice and experience more authentic.
Heian-jingū
Okazaki Nishitennocho Sakyo Ward平安神宮
Kaiserpalast Kyōto
3 Kyōtogyoen京都御所
One of my favorite street for shopping and sigh-seeing!
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Nishiki Market Shopping District
Nishidaimonjichō Nakagyo WardOne of my favorite street for shopping and sigh-seeing!
The atmosphere at the temple is solemn and peaceful, similar to the ambiance of the Imperial Palace; this kind of an environment can only be found at Shoren-in temple.
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Shōren-in Monzeki
69-1 Awadaguchi Sanjōbōchō The atmosphere at the temple is solemn and peaceful, similar to the ambiance of the Imperial Palace; this kind of an environment can only be found at Shoren-in temple.
Maruyama Park
Maruyamachō Higashiyama WardBeautiful Park / Perfect for Cherry Blossom
Essentials
Kyoto
2min walk. open 24hours
Fresco Gion
Miyagawasuji-1-chōme Higashiyama WardClosest super market by my apartment.
Food Scene
ひさご
One of the most popular Udon/Donburi restraint in Gion.
Gion Cafe
484 KiyoichōQuite atmosphere and Great view
Gion Kirara
570-232 Gionmachi MinamigawaAuthentic Japanese Kyoto style restraint.
Shopping
Kawaramachi Opa
385 KomeyachōShopping mole for clothes and fashion.
Arts & Culture
Kunstmuseum Kyōto
124 Okazaki Enshōjichō京都美術館
Kyōto Minami-za
198 NakanochōKyoto’s premier kabuki theatre
Getting Around
東山安井（バス）
Bishamonchō Higashiyama WardGreat way to sightseeing around Kyoto city area.
Gion station
Gionmachi Kitagawa Higashiyama WardGood way to go to Osaka and Nara.