Kyoto is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been—but it’s also very easy to do it wrong. The

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Learn from common Kyoto travel mistakes, from carrying cash and booking trains early to finding quieter alternatives to popular spots and experiencing local festivals.

5 places · 1 experience

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Kinkaku-ji
Buddhist temple · Kyoto
4.6 (70,689)Open · until 5 PM
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The Golden Pavilion, a Zen Buddhist temple in northern Kyoto. Be aware that many places like this may not accept card payments, so bring cash.
Kinkaku-ji, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan
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FUJI DAIMARU
Department store · Kyoto
3.8 (1,052)
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A department store in Kyoto, visible during a festival procession.
Fujii Daimaru, 605 Teianmaenocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8031, Japan
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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Tourist attraction · Kyoto
4.4 (24,591)Closed
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The iconic bamboo forest in Arashiyama. The creator suggests skipping the main, often overcrowded, path and finding a quieter alternative nearby.
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Write a wish at the love shrine near Arashiyama
Visit the love shrine near Arashiyama and write a wish on one of the heart-shaped ema, even if you're single. It's a charming and unique experience.
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Nonomiya Shrine
Shinto shrine · Kyoto
4.4 (359)
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A Shinto shrine located within the Arashiyama bamboo forest, known for its connection to love and marriage. Visitors can write wishes on heart-shaped wooden plaques (ema).
Nonomiya-jinja, 1 Sagatenryuji Tateishicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8375, Japan
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Hair Arrangement shop
Barber shop · Kyoto
4.9 (310)Open · until 7 PM
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A shop offering hair arrangement services, including curling hair, Japanese hairstyles, and even kimono rental. The sign indicates prices for various services and suggests booking for reservations.
Japan, 〒604-8044 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Dainichicho, 426 deco-2ビル 2階 HIRO GINZA BARBERSHOP 京都本店
- Japanese hairstyle arrangement · ¥2500 — A Japanese hairstyle arrangement takes 15-25 minutes and costs ¥2500. It's a cheaper and more comfortable alternative to kimono rental, especially in summer, offering a similar traditional aesthetic. Curling hair is ¥1200 (10 min), and a full Japanese hairstyle is ¥3000.