"The repository of Japanese culture" Kyoto by hundertmorgen

Kyoto Travel Guide: 1,834 reviews and 5,753 photos

Kyoto moves at a slower pace and gives one a fantastic sense of Japanese art, architecture and culture.

Gion District and other attractions

Kyoto is known for its Gion District, where young apprentice maiko are schooled in the arts of the geisha.

Kyoto offers a wealth of Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and classical Japanese gardens.

How to explore Kyoto

Kyoto is compact enough that a short taxi ride takes you from the thriving city center to lushly wooded hills and scenic walking trails.

A lot of our touring in Kyoto was on foot, which allowed us to explore the quaint neighborhoods and backroads that most tourist would by-pass, and discover nice surprises like small shrines and gardens not found in any tour book.

Another possibility to explore Kyoto is to rent a bike for a small price. It is a wonderful way to see much more of Kyoto and find things which are off the beaten path...

or you travel in a rikscha, which allows you to lead on a comfortable way through the tourist areas of Kyoto.

Last visit to Kyoto: May 2004
Intro Updated Sep 3, 2004
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Reviews (14)

Café and Products Restaurants (4)

very ambitious cafe and restaurant with a nice view at the Kamo River. The interior is well designed. You get here... more travel advice

HipHop Shot Bar Nightlife (1)

This was absolutely the place we found on our night experiences... no cover charge and drinks (also food) for 300 Yen... more travel advice

Hawaiian atmoshpere Restaurants (4)

This cafe and restaurant is situated near the Kamo River. There are also some tables on the terrace. open 11:30 a.m.... more travel advice

Thai Cuisine Restaurants (4)

Very good thai food for reasonable prices in Kyoto, very nice atmosphere and friendly people :-) more travel advice

Off The Beaten Path (2)
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Things to Do (5)
See All Tea at Daisen-In Temple

Local Customs (2)
See All How to visit a shrine
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Gili_S Feb 13, 2010 at 12:44 PM

I was curious to see what you saw in this lovely place. Obviously there is so much more to see here so I'll be back for more one day.
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Toshioohsako May 27, 2008 at 9:04 AM

Hello, your Kyoto photos popped up at VT HP to see your wonderful photos and tips. I have also Kyoto pics but yours are more articulated. As a native Japanese, I tend to miss some interesting things. Have a nice evening.
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shintarojon May 26, 2006 at 4:39 AM

konbanwa! ogenki desu ka? (good evening! how are you?) japan is like a 2nd home to me..greetings from manila
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Pavlik_NL Feb 24, 2006 at 11:47 AM

Herzlichen Glueckwunsch zur Geburtstag! Bisschen zu spaet, aber ich lies das du jetzt in Bali geniest von Sonne, See und Kultur. Herzliche Gruss von ueber die Grenze ... Paul(chen)
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starship Apr 24, 2005 at 6:55 AM

Have wanted to visit Kyoto since reading "Memoirs of a Geisha." Excellent tips on visiting shrines & temples.
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manuelEB Jan 11, 2005 at 6:02 PM

So, you came rather close.... Nice pictures!!! (oops!!!!)
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bijo69 Jan 9, 2005 at 2:32 PM

Fantastic page :). Really would love to see Kyoto! Maybe this year....
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CliffClaven Oct 1, 2004 at 3:07 AM

Yes, it's a big station!
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HORSCHECK Jun 6, 2004 at 9:49 AM

Did I already mention that I do love your fabulous art-cards? ....This is another brilliant one .... Please go on with the good work .... :o)
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AyurinHiro Jun 5, 2004 at 8:59 AM

Wow wow You are with school students in Kyoto :-) We really enjoyed our VT Meeting with you :-) Thanks a lot! Ayurin