One-Day Kyoto Adventure: Fushimi Inari to Kiyomizu-dera

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine

Start your day at the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates that create beautiful trails through the mountain.
Take the JR Nara Line to Fushimi Inari Station.
CURRENCY0, 2 hours

10:30AM

Explore Nishiki Market

After visiting Fushimi Inari, head to Nishiki Market to savor local street food delicacies and shop for unique souvenirs.
Walk from Nishiki Market to the market.
CURRENCY5, 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Nishiki Market

Enjoy a delicious lunch made from fresh local ingredients at one of the market's many food stalls, such as grilled yakitori or traditional kaiseki bento boxes.
Stay at Nishiki Market.
CURRENCY15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Stroll through Pontocho Alley

Wander through the charming narrow alleys of Pontocho, lined with traditional wooden machiya houses and a plethora of restaurants and tea houses.
Walk to Pontocho Alley from Nishiki Market (15 min).
CURRENCY0, 1 hour

2:30PM

Gion District Walk

Explore the famous Gion district, known for its geisha culture, where you may catch a glimpse of a geisha on her way to an appointment.
Walk to Gion from Pontocho Alley (10 min).
CURRENCY0, 1 hour

3:30PM

Visit Yasaka Pagoda

Visit the picturesque Yasaka Pagoda, part of Hokan-ji Temple, another highlight of Kyoto’s rich cultural heritage.
Walk to Yasaka Pagoda (5 min).
CURRENCY0, 30 min

4:00PM

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Take a bus to Kiyomizu-dera, where you can enjoy stunning views of the city and the famous wooden stage of the temple.
Take a bus from Yasaka Pagoda to Kiyomizu-dera (20 min).
CURRENCY400, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Dinner near Kiyomizu-dera

End your day with dinner at a nearby traditional restaurant, enjoying Kyoto-style cuisine like yudofu (tofu hot pot) or Kyoto-style sushi.
Choose a nearby restaurant after visiting Kiyomizu-dera.
CURRENCY30, 1 hour
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