One Day Kyoto Foodie and Culture Trail: From Fushimi Inari to Kiyomizu-dera

Day 1: Cultural Delights

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Start your day at Fushimi Inari, famous for its iconic thousands of vermillion torii gates that wind through the sacred mountain.
Take the train from Kyoto Station to Fushimi Inari Station.
JPY 0, 1.5 hours

9:30AM

Breakfast at Inari Sushi

Savor a delightful breakfast of Inari-zushi, rice wrapped in sweet tofu skin, just steps away from the shrine.
Walk from Fushimi Inari Shrine.
JPY 800, 1 hour

10:30AM

Nishiki Market

Explore Nishiki Market, known as Kyoto's kitchen, filled with a variety of local specialties and snacks.
Walk to Nishiki Market (30 minutes from Inari Sushi).
JPY 0, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Takabashi Shokudo

Enjoy a bento box filled with seasonal ingredients at this beloved restaurant near the market.
Located conveniently within Nishiki Market.
JPY 1500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Pontocho Alley

Wander the narrow alley of Pontocho, lined with traditional teahouses and restaurants, and optionally see a geisha.
Walk to Pontocho Alley (15 minutes).
JPY 0, 1 hour

2:30PM

Gion District

Stroll around the historic Gion District, famous for its traditional wooden machiya houses and geisha culture.
Walk from Pontocho Alley (10 minutes).
JPY 0, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Visit Yasaka Pagoda

Admire the stunning three-tiered pagoda at Hokan-ji Temple that stands as a symbol of Kyoto.
Walk from Gion District (10 minutes).
JPY 0, 30 minutes

4:30PM

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

End your day at Kiyomizu-dera, renowned for its wooden stage that offers breathtaking views of the cherry and maple trees.
Walk to Kiyomizu-dera (20 minutes).
JPY 400, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Okonomiyaki Ajiro

Cap off your culinary journey with Okonomiyaki, a delicious savory pancake, that is a must-try in Kyoto.
Located nearby Kiyomizu-dera.
JPY 1200, 1 hour
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