Classic Kyoto coffeehouse with full breakfast sets to kick off your trip; good early opening hours but verify current times. (Typical hours ~7:00am–8:00pm.)
Walk Hanamikoji Street to spot machiya houses and possibly geisha, and pause at a tea shop (e.g., Tsujiri) for matcha sweets; stores mostly open from ~10:00am.
Stroll the famous bridge and, weather permitting, take a short boat on the Hozu River for a new perspective; boat operators run daily but schedules vary seasonally.
Scenic ride along Hozu Gorge — runs seasonally and can be busy in autumn foliage season, so check times and reserve where possible (service often ends before dusk).
Scenic canalside walk linking Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji with cafes and seasonal colors — open all day and especially lovely in late November foliage season.
Large Zen complex with an impressive brick aqueduct and sub-temples — suitable for a relaxed late-afternoon visit (main complex hours usually ~8:40am–5:00pm).
Choose quick comfort at Kyoto Station's ramen options or atmospheric izakaya in Pontocho for a relaxed evening; ramen alleys typically open until ~10:00pm.
Visit the famous torii gate path in late afternoon when light slants beautifully — shrine grounds open 24 hours, main buildings busier midday but quiet at dusk.
Hike up to Kurama-dera with mountain temple views — a peaceful mountain temple experience with trails that take ~60–90 minutes depending on pace; temple hours typically ~9:00am–4:30pm.
Seasonal riverside dining in Kibune (kawadoko decks) offering a scenic lunch; deck availability and opening times change seasonally so check in advance (many close for winter or change hours).
Long indoor market of Kyoto specialties and snacks — great for sampling local foods; most stalls open around 9:00–10:00am and close mid-to-late afternoon.
Very early breakfast for the shinkansen to Hiroshima — reserve shinkansen seats and confirm departure times; journey ~1.5–2 hours each way from Kyoto by fastest trains.
Train + short ferry over to Itsukushima (Miyajima) for the shrine and torii — ferry and shrine visit timing should be confirmed (ferry runs frequently).
Buy final souvenirs and snacks in Kyoto Station shopping arcades (Porta, The Cube) — most shops open from ~9:00am but check for early closures on departure day.
If time permits, visit a nearby shrine (e.g., Yasaka or Heian) for a final photo and peaceful moment; check individual opening hours (generally daytime).
Travel to Kansai International Airport, Osaka Itami, or to your onward train — allow plenty of time for transfers and check airport/train schedules and check-in times.