3-Day Scenic and Cultural Experience in Kyoto, Japan

Day 1: Historic Temples Tour

Kyoto, Japan on June 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Enjoy traditional Japanese morning coffee and baked goods at this popular Kyoto cafe, open from 7:30am, providing an authentic start to your day.
JPY700, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

Explore the stunning Golden Pavilion, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its brilliant gold leaf exterior and tranquil pond backdrop.
JPY400, 1h0m

11:00am

Explore Ryoan-ji Zen Garden

Experience the minimalist beauty of Japan’s most famous rock garden, offering peaceful meditation and insight into Zen Buddhist culture.
JPY500, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Okonomiyaki Katsu

Taste Kyoto-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake meal popular with locals, open for lunch from 11:30am to 2:00pm.
JPY1200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Nijo Castle

Walk through Nijo Castle, featuring exquisite interiors and beautiful gardens, iconic for its historical shogun residence.
JPY1000, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Gion Tanto

Enjoy a traditional Kaiseki dinner highlighting seasonal ingredients in the historic Gion district, open until 9:30pm.
JPY3500, 2h
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Day 2: Cultural Walk & Nature

Kyoto, Japan on June 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at % Arabica Kyoto Higashiyama

Start with specialty coffee and pastries from this highly rated coffee shop, open at 7:30am, perfect for energizing before the day’s walk.
JPY800, 1h0m

9:00am

Stroll Philosopher's Path

Walk this picturesque canal-side route lined with cherry trees and visit small temples and shrines along the way. Open all day and free to access.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)

Explore the Silver Pavilion and its serene garden landscapes in a calm atmosphere, open from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
JPY500, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Omen Kodai-ji

Savor hand-made udon noodles at this welcoming eatery near Kodai-ji Temple, open from 11:30am to 3:00pm.
JPY1300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Gion District & Yasaka Shrine

Wander through the atmospheric streets of Gion, spotting traditional wooden machiya houses and visit Yasaka Shrine, open until 6:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Gion Nanba

Treat yourself to refined Kaiseki cuisine in an intimate setting, reservations advised, open from 5:30pm.
JPY5000, 2h
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Day 3: Iconic Shrine and Departure

Kyoto, Japan on June 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Nishiki Market

Enjoy a variety of fresh Japanese street food and snacks available from early morning stalls at the historic Nishiki Market.
JPY1000, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine

Walk through the iconic thousands of vermilion torii gates on this famous shrine trail. The site is open 24 hours and admission is free.
Free, 2h0m

11:00am

Lunch at Inari Sushi Koji

Try specialty Inari-zushi close to the shrine, known for sweet tofu pouches filled with rice, open from 10:30am until early afternoon.
JPY800, 1h0m

12:30pm

Head to Kyoto Station

Prepare for departure. Explore the station’s architectural highlights and shopping if time allows before travel onward.
Free, Flexible
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