Kyoto Station

Osaka Bay views, extensive Chinatown snacks, and a world class standard of beef. Kobe can be easily reached within 1 hour on train routes from Kyoto and Osaka, making it the ultimate day trip destination on your Japan travels. This guide features a locally-curated list for your day trip to Kobe, from morning to evening. You can find essential restaurants, cafés, sightseeing locales, Instagram spots, and shopping destinations - perfect for your one-day excursion. For more Kobe and Japan-based travel inspiration, follow me here on Thatch and on Pinterest @afternaomi. Enjoy, and bon voyage!

Explore this map, I made as the ultimate Japan guide, to get inspired and discover the places that will become the highlight of your next trip. Many of the places in this map will have helpful booking links and/or links to social media posts with more inside information. I see all my Guide Maps as perpetual works in progress and will do my best to add to and update them as my knowledge expands. Use my Klook promo: ACKUGARTE for 10% off for new users and 3% off for returning users.

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.