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

Day 1: Kyoto Exploration

Kyoto, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Kick off your day with a traditional Japanese breakfast set at Inoda Coffee, celebrated for its quality coffee and tasty pastries.
Walk to Kyoto Station.
JPY1200, 1 hour

9:00AM

Nara Park

Travel to Nara Park to enjoy the serene atmosphere and mingle with the friendly deer that roam freely.
Take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to Nara Station (approximately 45 minutes).
JPY0, 2 hours

11:00AM

Fushimi Inari Taisha

After exploring Nara Park, return to Kyoto and head to Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of iconic vermilion torii gates.
Take the train back to Kyoto Station, then switch to the JR Nara Line to Inari Station.
JPY0, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Inari Sushi Ko

Grab a bite at Inari Sushi Ko, known for its delicious inari-zushi, sushi rice wrapped in sweet tofu pockets, perfect for a quick meal.
Walk to the nearby Inari Sushi Ko, just a short stroll from Fushimi Inari Taisha.
JPY1500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Sangano Train

Enjoy the scenic ride on the Sangano Train through the picturesque landscapes of the Arashiyama area, creating a serene atmosphere.
Take the train from Inari Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station.
JPY620, 1 hour

4:00PM

Kinkaku-ji

Visit Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, where you'll be enchanted by the shimmering reflection of the temple in the surrounding pond.
Take a bus or taxi from Saga-Arashiyama Station to Kinkaku-ji.
JPY400, 1 hour

5:30PM

Dinner at Kinkaku-ji Restaurant

Enjoy a delightful kaiseki dinner at the restaurant near Kinkaku-ji, indulging in beautifully presented traditional Japanese dishes.
Walk to the nearby restaurant just outside Kinkaku-ji.
JPY3500, 1.5 hours
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