One Day Foodie Adventure in Kyoto by Train

Day 1: Cultural Culinary Day

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Traditional Japanese Breakfast

Start your day at 'Izusen', a restaurant located inside Nanzenji Temple, where you can savor a traditional multi-course breakfast known as 'kaiseki'.
Take a short walk to Nanzenji Temple from your accommodation.
JPY2000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Nanzenji Temple

After breakfast, spend some time exploring the serene surroundings of Nanzenji Temple, soaking in the historical atmosphere.
Walk through the temple grounds, enjoying the picturesque gardens.
JPY500, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Stroll along the Philosopher's Path

Take a leisurely walk along the Philosopher's Path, a cherry tree-lined canal perfect for enjoying nature and art installations.
Head north along the path, which takes you towards the next destination.
Free, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Okonomiyaki Gion Rin

Grab a delicious and savory pancake known as 'okonomiyaki' for lunch, at the popular Okonomiyaki Gion Rin.
Walk to Gion district, about 15 minutes from the Philosopher's Path.
JPY1200, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Gion District

After lunch, explore the traditional wooden machiya houses and possibly spot a geisha in Kyoto's iconic Gion district.
Roam through the streets of Gion on foot.
Free, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Tea Experience at Tsuen Tea

Experience a traditional tea ceremony at Tsuen Tea, one of the oldest tea houses in Japan, learning about the cultural significance of matcha.
Make your way to Tsuen Tea, about a 10-minute walk from Gion.
JPY3000, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Next, head to the famous Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where the wooden stage over the hillside offers stunning views of Kyoto.
Take a 20-minute walk uphill to Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
JPY400, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Nishiki Market

End your day by indulging in street food at Nishiki Market, sampling diverse local delights such as yudofu and wagashi.
Take a bus or taxi to Nishiki Market from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
JPY2000, 2 hours
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