4 Days in Kyoto

4 Days in Kyoto

This 4 day travel guide is based off my Sam & Victor's Youtube video. Please check out their youtube channel!
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Introduction

This guide will include the basics such as:

1. YouTube 

2. Hotels & Accomodations

3. Day to Day Itinerary in Kyoto

4. Restaurants & Shopping

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Hotel & Accommodations

Park Hyatt Kyoto
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Experience unparalleled luxury in the heart of Kyoto at Park Hyatt, where traditional Japanese aesthetics seamlessly blend with modern sophistication. Indulge in exquisite dining, serene spa treatments, and breathtaking views of Higashiyama mountains, ensuring an unforgettable stay that captures the essence of Kyoto's cultural charm.
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Day 1

Kiyomizu-dera
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4/5 Great to go | Kiyomizu-dera is a magnificent temple in Kyoto that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city, surrounded by lush forest and traditional Japanese architecture. The temple's rich history, striking design, and serene atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a truly immersive cultural experience in Japan. During Autumn, you can visit for the Autumn Illuminations
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Kawakatsu Sohonke Kiyomizu Temple Sando Branch
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Stop by to try some refreshing seasonal snacks, most well known for their Lemon Cucumbers on a stick
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MALEBRANCHE Kyoto Kitayama Main Store
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Great place to stop by to grab dessert, cookies, snacks
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MALEBRANCHE Kiyomizuzaka
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Donguri Kyowakoku (Ghibli Store)
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Pick up your favorite Ghibli goods here
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In the Fall/Autumn Kiyomizu dera has autumn illuminations that you can visit during the night time. 

Restaurants & Food

Signature Restaurant YASAKA
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Incredible dinner, with the most beautiful view of Kyoto. It is Teppanyaki style.
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Day 2

Yasaka Pagoda Photograph Spot
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Wake up early, and you will get a beautiful picture of the Yasaka Pagoda without all the people.
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Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya
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3/5 Optional to go | Starbucks Coffee at Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya in Kyoto is a unique and charming coffee shop, housed in a beautifully restored traditional Japanese teahouse. With its serene atmosphere, stunning views of Yasaka Pagoda, and exclusive menu items, such as matcha latte with white mochi, it's a must-visit for coffee lovers and culture enthusiasts.
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Restaurants & Food

Kyoyamato
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At Park Hyatt they served breakfast from Michelin Star restaurant Kyoyamato
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Walden Woods Kyoto
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Very aesthetically pleasing cafe, known for their Caneles
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Suba
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Restaurant with Standing tables for noodle soup
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Day 3

金戒光明寺 三重塔
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Local Buddhist temple, it isn't a tourist temple. You might be able to get a nice view of the city but there are a lot of gravestones here.
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Sanjo Meiten-gai Shopping Arcade
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Shopping Arcade, that has vintage stores and a lot of hidden gems
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Restaurants & Food

KYOTO BISTRO
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Another restaurant attached to Park Hyatt
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Blue Bottle Coffee - Kyoto Cafe
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This blue bottle is located in a building that is over 100 years old.
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Katsukura Tonkatsu Sanjo Main Store
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One of my favorite Tonkatsu restaurants
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Day 4

Arashiyama Bamboo
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If you go early enough, then you can skip the crowds
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Hanamikoji Street
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Come here for shopping, it is a great place to get souvenir gifts and to just shop around.
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Miffy's Oyatsu-do by Miffy's Kitchen Gion
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If you like the Miffy character, this is the place to visit
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KINJI used clothing
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Vintage clothing shopping
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JAM
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More Vintage clothes shopping
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Restaurants & Food

% ARABICA Kyoto Arashiyama
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This cafe is pretty packed, because you get a beautiful view of the river
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Bread, Espresso and Arashiyama Garden “BREAD &”
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Cafe is in a 200 year old restored farmhouse, its 5 mins away from % Arabica. Come here for delicious soup & bread
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Gion Tsujiri
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Gion Tsujiri sells matcha tea, thermoses and they have their own cafe for all their matcha desserts
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Ippodo Tea Kyoto Main Store
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Ippodo is known to have good Gyokuro tea typically on the sweeter side. It is not going to be the highest quality but it is worth a try. They also hold classes on how to bring out the best flavour for Japanese tea.
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Ramen Sen-no-Kaze Kyoto
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Known for their shio ramen. This is a small ramen shop, so parties bigger than 3 may be split up.
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Krispy Kreme
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Krispy Kreme donuts in Kyoto! They have seasonal specials.
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Conclusion

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I can plan your entire trip end to end, or teach you how to plan a successful trip based off your own needs. Hi my name is Brian and I am a Canadian travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring new cultures and cuisines. I've been traveling for 15+ years, and I have been fortunate enough to make annual trips to Japan for vacation and have fallen in love with the country's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and, of course, its delicious food. I have been planning trips for friends & family for years, and I am happy to combine my experience and my organizational skills as a product manager to create the best travel guides for you.
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