10 of the best places to visit in Kyoto 🇯🇵 Over the years I’ve spent a huge amount of time explo

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This video showcases 10 unique and lesser-known spots in Kyoto, Japan, ranging from tranquil gardens and temples to unique cafes and traditional craft shops, offering a glimpse beyond the typical tourist itinerary.

10 places

1
Kifune Shrine
Shinto shrine · Kyoto
4.5 (12,229)Closed · opens Monday 6 AM
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Known for its unique nagashi somen (flowing noodles) experience during summer, where noodles flow down bamboo flumes. Features a waterfall and lush green surroundings.
Kifune Shrine, 180 Kuramakibunecho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1112, Japan
2
Murin-an Garden
Garden
4.4 (22)Closed · opens Friday 9 AM
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A tranquil Meiji-era villa and garden designed by Ogawa Jihei VII, offering stunning views from inside the traditional house. Features stepping stones and vibrant autumn foliage.
Murin-an Garden, Nanzenji Kusakawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8437, Japan
3
Rokujuan
Cafe · Kyoto
4.1Closed · opens tomorrow 8 AM
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A cafe known for exquisite traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) and matcha, served in a serene setting with garden views. The sweets are beautifully crafted, often resembling flowers or natural elements.
Rokujuan, 101 Nishirokkakucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8217, Japan
4
Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple
Buddhist temple
4.3 (2,036)Closed · opens 9 AM
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A Buddhist temple famous for its thousands of stone statues, representing the souls of the dead, set amidst a serene bamboo forest. It offers a quieter, more contemplative bamboo grove experience than Arashiyama.
Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple, １７番地 Sagatoriimoto Adashinocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8436, Japan
5
Maana Homes
Hotel · Kyoto
4.9 (104)
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Offers stylish, modern Japanese-style accommodations with unique features like outdoor baths or private gardens, providing a luxurious and private stay experience.
Maana Kiyomizu, 427-18, Myohoin Maekawacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0932, Japan
6
Tenjuan Garden
Buddhist temple · Kyoto
4.6 (1,210)Closed · opens tomorrow 9 AM
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A sub-temple of Nanzen-ji, featuring two distinct gardens: a dry landscape rock garden and a pond garden with colorful koi fish. Especially beautiful during autumn with vibrant maple leaves reflected in the pond.
Tenjuan, 86-８ Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan
7
Cafe Bibliotic Hello!
Cafe · Kyoto
4.2Closed · opens Thursday 11:30 AM
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A cozy, bohemian cafe with walls lined with books and vintage audio equipment, creating a unique atmosphere for reading, working, or relaxing. Serves coffee, light meals, and desserts.
Cafe Bibliotic Hello!, 650 Seimeicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0951, Japan
8
Saihoji Kokedera
Buddhist temple · Kyoto
4.5 (1,928)
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Also known as the Moss Temple, famous for its stunning moss garden featuring over 120 varieties of moss. Requires advance reservation and participation in a Buddhist chanting and calligraphy ritual.
Saihōji (Kokedera) Temple, 56 Matsuojingatanicho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8286, Japan
9
Toutensei Kawasaki
Chinaware store · Kyoto
4.7 (206)Closed · opens tomorrow 10:30 AM
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A charming shop specializing in traditional Japanese ceramics and pottery, offering a wide selection of unique dishes, bowls, and cups, perfect for souvenirs or home decor.
Pottery Shop Toutensei Kawasaki, 5 Chome-463 Gojobashihigashi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0846, Japan
10
Kazariya
Japanese sweets restaurant · Kyoto
4.5 (7,804)Closed · opens tomorrow 10 AM
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A traditional tea house near Imamiya Shrine, famous for serving aburi mochi, grilled rice cakes with kinako (roasted soybean flour) and sweet miso paste, often enjoyed with green tea in a garden setting.
Kazariya, 96 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan