Arashiyama Station

Welcome to your ultimate Kyoto Guide packed with +175 places to explore and visit. Things to Do: ⛩️🌳 shrines, temples, parks, & gardens 🎋🎍 Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Area Guide 🍺🍗 Nishiki Market Food Guide 🖼️ 🎨 museums & art galleries 🛍️🏬 unique shopping spots Food Spots: 🍢 traditional Kyoto cuisine ☕️ favourite coffee shops 🍰 cafes & bakeries 🍱 Japanese comfort food 🌱 vegan & vegetarian spots 🍡 desserts & snack spots 🍜 ramen, udon, and soba 🍶 Japanese izakayas 🌮 international food 🍺 craft beer & cocktail bars ☆This guide contains the best of Kyoto adventuring☆ 1. The top tourist locations with my notes and tips. 2. My favourite off-the-beaten path temples and shrines to avoid the crowds. 3. A dedicated Arashiyama Bamboo Forest section, including my favourite spots to see that are lesser known. 4. A full separate guide to Nishiki Market and the side streets around it. There is a lot to do in the area, even once the market closes at night! 5. A massive selection of food spots to choose from, there is something for everyone. ☆ Have fun in Kyoto, and don't forget to take some time to just get lost in the backstreets ☆ Love, Martina aka King Kogi

I'm meticulously planning my trip with my family to Japan this summer. When I'm back I'll update this itinerary and share it with who wants it :)

Kyoto Itinerary for one full day of marvels. 🌸 Welcome to Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan! A land where tradition dances with modernity, and every corner whispers tales of a glorious past. Today, we embark on a journey through Kyoto, a city steeped in centuries of rich history and unparalleled beauty. Prepare to be captivated by vibrant colors, serene landscapes, and ancient wonders This area is great for all types of adventurers mature travelers, couples, solo travelers, and families who enjoy authentic experiences. There's a lot to do if you're really into outdoor recreation, want to feel the temple's tranquility and witness some of Japan's and the world's ancient wonders. This is a great area to visit during any season, but summer can be very hot. In the spring you get Sakura 🌸, and in the fall you get Momiji🍁. This guide includes everything you need for a 1-day trip to this region and it covers the Northern part of the city.