Japan travel: 10 things to do in Kyoto
One of the reasons why Kyoto is such an attractive place to visit is because it is one of the oldest towns in Japan. Kyoto was also the capital of Japan from the Heian period (794-1185) to the Edo period (1600-1868), blessing the region with several historical landmarks like Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto Imperial Palace, and Kiyomizu-dera.
Apart from shopping and sightseeing in the cities like Tokyo and Osaka, it may be a good change to opt for nature and history in the beautiful, rustic Kyoto.
If you (want to) appreciate the traditional side of Japan, here are 10 things you can do in Kyoto.
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1. Feed the deers at Nara Park
Kyoto and Nara Day Tour from Osaka/Kyoto, S$66.69
2. Visit famous sightseeing spots like Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Arashiyama
Kiyomizudera, Kinkakuji, Arashiyama Half-Day Tour in Kyoto, from S$69.05
3. Hop on the Kyoto Sagano Romantic Train or a rickshaw at Arashiyama
Kyoto Sagano Romantic Train, Arashiyama, Kiyomizudera & Fushimi Inari-taisha Day Tour, from S$69.05
Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour, from S$54.25
4. See the red torii gates at the Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Shrine Walking Tour, S$22.69
5. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle and Ninomaru Palace Admission Ticket in Kyoto, S$12.85
6. Explore Kyoto’s traditional streets in a kimono
Kimono and Yukata Rental at Kimono Miyabi Kyoto, from S$24.69
7. Learn about the train and railway history of Japan at the Kyoto Railway Museum
Kyoto Railway Museum Ticket, S$11.85
8. Step into a period drama at the Toei Kyoto Studio Park
TOEI Kyoto Studio Park Special Discount Ticket, S$23.69
9. Check out Kyoto’s landscape at Kyoto Tower
Kyoto Tower Admission Ticket, S$7.89
10. Dine with a maiko
Lunch or Dinner with Maiko Experience in Kyoto, S$48.35
