One Day in Beautiful Kyoto, Japan

Day 1: Exploring Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at % Arabica

Start your day with a delicious cup of specialty coffee and a light pastry at % Arabica, known for its stunning views of Kyoto and beautiful coffee art.
Located conveniently in the Higashiyama district, you can walk here if you're in that area.
JPY800, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Stroll to the historic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, renowned for its wooden stage and breathtaking views of cherry blossoms in spring.
A 15-minute walk from % Arabica.
JPY400, 1.5 hours

10:30AM

Explore Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka

Wander through the charming Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka streets, lined with traditional shops and tea houses, embracing the essence of old Kyoto.
It's right next to Kiyomizu-dera; just follow the signs.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Nishiki Market

Savor local delicacies such as takoyaki and yudofu at Nishiki Market, where you can taste the diverse flavors of Kyoto.
Take a bus or walk 20 minutes to Nishiki Market.
JPY1500, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Visit Gion District

After lunch, visit the traditional Gion district, famous for its geiko (geisha) culture and historic wooden machiya houses.
A 10-minute walk from Nishiki Market.
Free, 1 hour

2:30PM

Tea Ceremony Experience

Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony to learn about the art of tea making and enjoy matcha tea.
Pre-book your session at a local tea house in the Gion area.
JPY3000, 1 hour

3:30PM

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha

Make your way to Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates, and take a hike through this iconic site.
Take the train from Gion-Shijo Station to Inari Station (approximately 10 minutes).
Free, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Gion Karyo

Enjoy a multi-course kaiseki dinner at Gion Karyo, renowned for exquisite presentation and seasonal ingredients.
Head back to the Gion district by taking the train back to Gion-Shijo Station.
A 15-minute walk from Fushimi Inari.
JPY8000, 2 hours

7:30PM

Evening Stroll by the Kamo River

Wrap up your day with a peaceful walk along the Kamo River, basking in the serene atmosphere and evening lights of Kyoto.
Located a short walk from Gion Karyo.
Free, 1 hour
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