One Day Kyoto Adventure: Nara Park, Kimono Forest, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Sangano Train, Kinkaku-ji

Day 1: Kyoto Highlights

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Start your day with a delicious Japanese breakfast set at Inoda Coffee, a cozy café famous for its coffee and bread.
Head to Kyoto Station on foot.
JPY1200, 1 hour

9:00AM

Nara Park

Travel to Nara Park where you can meet the friendly, free-roaming deer and enjoy the beautiful landscapes within the park.
Take the JR Nara Line train from Kyoto Station to Nara Station (about 45 minutes).
JPY0, 2 hours

11:00AM

Kimono Forest

Return to Kyoto and stroll through the mesmerizing Kimono Forest, an enchanting display of colorful fabric-wrapped poles.
Walk to Nara Station and take the train back to Kyoto Station, then transfer to the subway to Get off at Kitano Hakubaicho station, which is a short walk from the Kimono Forest.
JPY0, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Arashiyama Yoshimura

Enjoy soba noodles with a view of the river at Arashiyama Yoshimura, a perfect spot to relax after your morning activities.
Walk to the nearby bus stop and catch a bus to Arashiyama area.
JPY1800, 1 hour

2:00PM

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up the mountain trails.
Take the train from Arashiyama back to Kyoto Station, then catch the JR Nara Line to Inari Station.
JPY0, 2 hours

4:30PM

Sangano Train

Enjoy a scenic ride on the Sangano Train through the beautiful landscapes of the Arashiyama area, soaking in the tranquility.
Take the train back to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
JPY620, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Kinkaku-ji

Savor a delightful kaiseki dinner near Kinkaku-ji, enjoying the elegance of traditional Japanese cuisine.
Take the bus from Saga-Arashiyama to Kinkaku-ji.
JPY3500, 1.5 hours

7:30PM

Visit Kinkaku-ji

After dinner, explore the stunning golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji, an iconic sight that glows in the evening.
Walk to the temple entrance which is nearby.
JPY400, 1 hour
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