Guidebook for Kyōto-shi
Sightseeing
Kinkakuji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Source: japan-guide
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金閣寺
KinkakujichōKinkakuji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
Source: japan-guide
(Admission fee: 350-400 yen separately for sub-temples.)
One of the best places in Japan to see a wide variety of Zen gardens.
Source: japan-guide
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大徳寺
53 Murasakino Daitokujichō(Admission fee: 350-400 yen separately for sub-temples.)
One of the best places in Japan to see a wide variety of Zen gardens.
Source: japan-guide
(Admission fee: 500 yen)
Ryoanji Temple is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day.
Source: japan-guide
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龍安寺
Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō(Admission fee: 500 yen)
Ryoanji Temple is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day.
Source: japan-guide
(Admission free. Goten: 500 yen.)
Goten, the former residence of the head priest is built in the style of an imperial palace. Cherries bloom around mid-April.
Source: japan-guide
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仁和寺
Omuroōuchi(Admission free. Goten: 500 yen.)
Goten, the former residence of the head priest is built in the style of an imperial palace. Cherries bloom around mid-April.
Source: japan-guide
Flea market on the 25th of every month. On February 25th a special tea ceremony is held at the plum grove where you can see geiko and maiko. Spot for Maple and plum sightseeing.
Source: japan-guide
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北野天満宮
Bakurocho Kamigyo WardFlea market on the 25th of every month. On February 25th a special tea ceremony is held at the plum grove where you can see geiko and maiko. Spot for Maple and plum sightseeing.
Source: japan-guide
One of Kyoto's most famous hanami spots, Hirano Shrine is also known for the many varieties of cherry trees found on its grounds. In the evenings, the trees are lit up.
Source: japan-guide
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平野神社
平野宮本町-1 北区One of Kyoto's most famous hanami spots, Hirano Shrine is also known for the many varieties of cherry trees found on its grounds. In the evenings, the trees are lit up.
Source: japan-guide
Everything Else
(Adult: 900 yen)
A large bath uses molten rock of Mount Fuji. Located in the Shimabara District, a entertainment quarter where geisha performed for the rich and powerful during the Edo period.
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誠の湯
81-6 Nishishinyashiki Tayūchō(Adult: 900 yen)
A large bath uses molten rock of Mount Fuji. Located in the Shimabara District, a entertainment quarter where geisha performed for the rich and powerful during the Edo period.
A well preserved tea house from the Edo period. Currently still in operation. Tayū, a title only granted to the highest ranked geisha, is trained here. Reference from old customers is needed to enter.
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Wachigai-ya
114 Nishishinyashiki NakanochōA well preserved tea house from the Edo period. Currently still in operation. Tayū, a title only granted to the highest ranked geisha, is trained here. Reference from old customers is needed to enter.
(Adult fee: 430 yen)
Funaoka Onsen is the best sento bar none. It’s got enough tubs and things to see that you can easily make it into an evening’s activity.
Source: insidekyoto
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Funaoka Onsen
82-1 Murasakino Minamifunaokachō(Adult fee: 430 yen)
Funaoka Onsen is the best sento bar none. It’s got enough tubs and things to see that you can easily make it into an evening’s activity.
Source: insidekyoto
Akua Coin Laundry
9-6 Murasakino ShimomonzenchōCoin laundry if you need to wash your cloths.
Food Scene
The traditional bath house building was built about 80 years ago. In 2000, Sarasa Nishijin Café opened here and has been famous since for the unique atmosphere it offers.
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Sarasa Nishijin
11-1 Murasakino HigashifujinomorichōThe traditional bath house building was built about 80 years ago. In 2000, Sarasa Nishijin Café opened here and has been famous since for the unique atmosphere it offers.
Shopping
Lawson Senbon-Kitaoji
20-1 Murasakino HananobōchōNearest convenience store.
ローソンストア100 千本北大路
Small grocery/convenience store.
Izumiya Senbon Kitaoji
12-2 Murasakino ShimowakakusachōNearest supermarket. Hours: 9 AM to 24:00.