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If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home.


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KYOTO

by naruto - last update: Jan 29, 2005

Kinkaku Temple, Kyoto
When people say Kyoto is the cultural centre of Japan, I now totally believe them.

I finally visited this grand and magnificent city this past summer while bumming around between jobs. I had been to Tokyo countless times, and to cities east and up north, and had neglected the western ones.


Kyoto was fabulous. It isn't just its rich culture, but also its strong artistic and religious traditions. The city has many temples and shrines, most of which are still working temples/shrines. It isn't just about samurais, geishas and the Shinsengumi.
It is old-school in many ways yet remain quite cosmopolitan. Needless to say, its rich culture and heritage permeates from each and every architecture and customs. With its many grand religious architecture, visitors will find it hard to choose which ones to visit. I focused on a few main temples and shrines plus one castle, and then with time on my side, squeezed in a couple more smaller but just as richly rewarding ones.
Map of central Kyoto

Illustrated Map of Kyoto and its Sights

Ginkakuji and Kyoto City

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Pros:"Magnificent temples and shrines, Rich culture and historical value"
Cons:"Nothing really....."
In A Nutshell:"The WHOLE City should be a UNESCO World Heritage Site"
naruto's Kyoto Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 11 - Photos: 11
 
RestaurantsHotels & Accommodations
Tips: 4 - Photos: 4
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 5 - Photos: 5
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
Local Customs
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Shopping
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips

naruto's Kyoto Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
Nanzenji TempleJune, 2003 8
Ginkakuji and KinkakujiJune, 2003 8
Nijo CastleJune, 2003 8
Rock Statues in Sanzen-in GardensJune, 2003 8

Comments for naruto about Kyoto
marielexoteria Tue Jul 14, 2009 15:48 UTC
 Kyoto, Tokyo and Osaka are on my top 10 destination list. Great work!
Toshioohsako Sat Oct 20, 2007 17:29 UTC
 Very nice Golden pavillion photo. I have Kyot page too and you are welcome when you have time. Greetings
tiger9090a Thu Sep 22, 2005 20:29 UTC
 A very good page! Heaps of great info and excellent pics!
aisama Wed Sep 7, 2005 04:46 UTC
 Nice tips on kyoto! Keep up the great work :D
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