Giō-ji Temple

Kyoto offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that attracts millions of visitors from around the world. It is a place where tradition and modernity coexist, providing a unique and enchanting experience for travelers.

My name is Martina and I am a solo traveller in my twenties 🍄. I have spent half a year in Japan studying Japanese traditional jewellery craft and travelling many cities in Japan for research. Kyoto is a beautiful city with a lot of history and culture. I am sharing with you mine and my local friends' recommendation list of things to do: 🫶 -MUST TO DO THINGS IN KYOTO 🎋🍡 BAMBOO FOREST and what to do nearby the bamboo forest! Including smalls temples and unique spots. - accomodation great for students, youth and adventure souls 🏠 -GO TO: vegan restaurants🍠🍅🥭 (Personal favourites) including vegetarian friendly ALL YOU CAN EAT! -thrift shops 🎎 ( including my 2 favourite spots) -Temples you have to see and experience, and recommended times to visit them. 🏯 -Mushroom Library! + EXTRA SECTION: NARA 🦌 & accomodation

10 action-packed days and evenings including all the must-see locations and some hidden gems in Kyoto and Tokyo. 3 days in Kyoto and 7 in Tokyo (and an optional extra day trip to Osaka). 🇯🇵 This guide contains daily itineraries to immerse you in Japanese culture and food, combining bustling big city life with serene nature exploration and tradition. 🗼🏞️ With the risk of tooting my own horn, this 7 day plan for Tokyo is one of the best ones out there if you want to make the most out of a weeks trip. All the areas you want to visit but with enough rest to make you last a week in this chaotic and amazing city. The guide also include the best tips and tricks for first time visitors to Japan. 🗾