Guidebook for Kyōto-shi

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Guidebook for Kyōto-shi

Sightseeing

Highlights include the castle's East Gate (Higashi Otemon, its main entrance); the Inner Gate, or Karamon, notable for its fine carvings and decorated metalwork; and beyond this, the elaborate Mikuruma-yose. The site's most important building is Ninomaru Palace, consisting of five separate buildings linked by corridors, and with exquisite interiors decorated with paintings by Kano Tanyu and his pupils.
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Ниџо замак
541 Nijōjōchō
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Highlights include the castle's East Gate (Higashi Otemon, its main entrance); the Inner Gate, or Karamon, notable for its fine carvings and decorated metalwork; and beyond this, the elaborate Mikuruma-yose. The site's most important building is Ninomaru Palace, consisting of five separate buildings linked by corridors, and with exquisite interiors decorated with paintings by Kano Tanyu and his pupils.
One of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto. A great time to explore the shrine is at night; not only will you be rewarded with a unique glimpse of this wonderfully illuminated heritage site, you'll be rewarded with few if any crowds.
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Fushimi Inari Taisha Otabisho
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One of Japan's most famous shrines, the Fushimi-Inari Shrine is a must-visit when in Kyoto. A great time to explore the shrine is at night; not only will you be rewarded with a unique glimpse of this wonderfully illuminated heritage site, you'll be rewarded with few if any crowds.
The magnificent Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) is one of Kyoto's most picturesque attractions.
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Кинкаку-џи
Kinkakujichō
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The magnificent Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) is one of Kyoto's most picturesque attractions.
In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city.
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Кијомизу-дера
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In the east part of Kyoto, the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, an important UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in a picturesque location on Otowa Mountain overlooking the city.
The most important of its many works of art is the Kannon with a Thousand Hands, a nearly three-and-a-half-meter-tall statue, which dates from the 13th century and is notable for the 500 standing figures of Kannon lined up on either side of it. Also of note are the additional sculptures of the 28 "celestial auxiliaries," spirits considered subordinate to Kannon, located behind it.
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Ренгеоин Санџусангендо
657 Sanjūsangendōmawari
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The most important of its many works of art is the Kannon with a Thousand Hands, a nearly three-and-a-half-meter-tall statue, which dates from the 13th century and is notable for the 500 standing figures of Kannon lined up on either side of it. Also of note are the additional sculptures of the 28 "celestial auxiliaries," spirits considered subordinate to Kannon, located behind it.
highlights include its finely decorated gates and important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library.
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Царска палата у Кјоту
3 Kyōtogyoen
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highlights include its finely decorated gates and important rooms and buildings, including the Hall for State Ceremonies (Shishinden), the Emperor's Residence (Seiryo-den), the Courtroom (Ko-gosho), and the Imperial Library.
The chief temple of the original Jodo-shinshu sect, Nishi Honganji Temple is an outstanding example of Buddhist architecture. Highlights include the Hondo, or Main Hall.
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Храм Нишихонгван-џи
本願寺門前町 下京区
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The chief temple of the original Jodo-shinshu sect, Nishi Honganji Temple is an outstanding example of Buddhist architecture. Highlights include the Hondo, or Main Hall.
Geishas
Famous as an entertainment and geisha district, Gion is an area of Kyoto that is well suited to explore on foot. Gion is also famous for its many fine temples, in particular the 15th-century Silver Pavilion (Ginkakuji) and the Chion-in Temple, one of Japan's most famous temples. Gion is a wonderful (and safe) place to enjoy a walking tour at night, too.
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Gion
Higashiyama Ward
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Famous as an entertainment and geisha district, Gion is an area of Kyoto that is well suited to explore on foot. Gion is also famous for its many fine temples, in particular the 15th-century Silver Pavilion (Ginkakuji) and the Chion-in Temple, one of Japan's most famous temples. Gion is a wonderful (and safe) place to enjoy a walking tour at night, too.
the Katsura Imperial Villa is home to splendid historic architecture and one of Japan's most famous historic gardens.
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Кацура Империјална Вила
Katsuramisono Nishikyo Ward
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the Katsura Imperial Villa is home to splendid historic architecture and one of Japan's most famous historic gardens.
The Daitoku-ji Temple - the Zen Temple of Great Virtue - is one of the principal temples of the Rinzai sect
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Даитоку-џи
53 Murasakino Daitokujichō
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The Daitoku-ji Temple - the Zen Temple of Great Virtue - is one of the principal temples of the Rinzai sect
The Byōdō-in Temple, established in AD 988, boasts many unique buildings, shrines, and artworks worthy of a visit.
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Бјодоин
Uji
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The Byōdō-in Temple, established in AD 988, boasts many unique buildings, shrines, and artworks worthy of a visit.
This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
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Јасака Шриња
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
17th-century temple headquarters of Jodo Shu Buddhism with gardens, events & services.
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Чион-ин
400 Rinkachō
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17th-century temple headquarters of Jodo Shu Buddhism with gardens, events & services.
Classic Shinto shrine complex built in 1895, with a giant gate & museums of modern & municipal art.
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Хејан Светилиште
Okazaki Nishitennocho Sakyo Ward
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Classic Shinto shrine complex built in 1895, with a giant gate & museums of modern & municipal art.
Historic, ornate Buddhist temple with a traditional Zen garden, tea ceremonies & colorful murals.
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Хато храма Кенин-џи
584 Komatsuchō
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Historic, ornate Buddhist temple with a traditional Zen garden, tea ceremonies & colorful murals.

Arts & Culture

In addition to its many fine old temples with their important artworks, Kyoto also boasts a number of impressive collections in its world-class museums and galleries.
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Национални музеј Кјото
527 Chayachō
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In addition to its many fine old temples with their important artworks, Kyoto also boasts a number of impressive collections in its world-class museums and galleries.
Музеј и библиотека кандзија Јапана
551 Gionmachi Minamigawa
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Entertainment & Activities

Small, contemporary zoo with gardens, a handful of kids’ rides, a train & concessions.
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Кјото Сити Зоо
Okazaki Hoshojicho Sakyo Ward
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Small, contemporary zoo with gardens, a handful of kids’ rides, a train & concessions.

Getting Around

Subway station
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Gion station
Gionmachi Kitagawa Higashiyama Ward
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Subway station
タイムズ 総本山知恩院新門南
317 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Pay parking
Times Gion Shinbashi
421 Rinkachō
Pay parking
日邦レンタカーシステム 四条大橋営業所(2019年3月31日(日)閉店)
201 Ayazaimokuchō
Car Rental Agency

Food Scene

Ramen restaurant
8 lokalaca preporučuje
Ramen Miyako (Gion)
303 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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Ramen restaurant
Rinken
北側-347-10 祇園町
Steak House "The steak, tofu and salad was delicious." "Professional service."
Steakhouse Jiro
347-142 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Steak House "The steak, tofu and salad was delicious." "Professional service."
鮨処音羽 京都東山店
347-29-13 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Sushi Restaurant
Le Soleil ル ソレイユ
Rinkachō Higashiyama Ward
Ramen Restaurant "Recommend halal ramen shop" "The service is good, cosy place to eat halal food for solo or group travellers." "Nice staff, miso ramen is my fave, there is also a prayer room"
Halal Ramen Gion Naritaya
424 Rinkachō
Ramen Restaurant "Recommend halal ramen shop" "The service is good, cosy place to eat halal food for solo or group travellers." "Nice staff, miso ramen is my fave, there is also a prayer room"
Ramen Restaurant
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Tenkaippin
Matsubarachō Higashiyama Ward
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Ramen Restaurant
Japanese Regional Restaurant "Very traditional Japanese food, very delicilous!" "Had an excellent "healthy tofu" group dinner." "Welcoming and respecful service."
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Gion Maruyama Kagaribi
350 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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Japanese Regional Restaurant "Very traditional Japanese food, very delicilous!" "Had an excellent "healthy tofu" group dinner." "Welcoming and respecful service."
Kyoto Style Japanese Restaurant
Torihisa
323 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Kyoto Style Japanese Restaurant
Tea Store "Very nice place for traditional Japanese tea and snacks..."
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Tea ceremony En
272 Matsubarachō
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Tea Store "Very nice place for traditional Japanese tea and snacks..."
Soba Noodle Shop. English menu is available and staff service is good!
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Gion Tokiwa
Hashimotochō Higashiyama Ward
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Soba Noodle Shop. English menu is available and staff service is good!
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Gion Hitsuji
347 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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Japanese Confectionary Shop. "Strawberry Mochi was amazing- very delicate in taste , must try."
Ninigi
347-115 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Japanese Confectionary Shop. "Strawberry Mochi was amazing- very delicate in taste , must try."
Japanese Restaurant If you would like to try Japanese style pickles, this is the best place to go. The set meal comes with all-you-can-eat rice, so it's quite filling.
Bubuya
Gionmachi Kitagawa Higashiyama Ward
Japanese Restaurant If you would like to try Japanese style pickles, this is the best place to go. The set meal comes with all-you-can-eat rice, so it's quite filling.
Meat Dish Restaurant
GYUGYU
297-1 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Meat Dish Restaurant
Sushi Restaurant Great sushi place, kyoto style sushi and fairly reasonable price compared to other restaurant in the area
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Izuju
292 Gionmachi Kitagawa
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Sushi Restaurant Great sushi place, kyoto style sushi and fairly reasonable price compared to other restaurant in the area

Essentials

Costume Rental Service "Kimono"
12 lokalaca preporučuje
Kyoto Kimono Rental Rei
Umemotochō Higashiyama Ward
12 lokalaca preporučuje
Costume Rental Service "Kimono"
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FamilyMart Shijo-Hanamikoji
573-4 Gionmachi Minamigawa
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FamilyMart Tsukamoto-Gion-Higashiyama
584 Shinnochō
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Everything Else

Massage Therapist. "Prices are very good for the high quality of services." "Interior is relaxing and comfortable, even the floors of the rooms are warmed!"
Hiyoshido Massage
347 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Massage Therapist. "Prices are very good for the high quality of services." "Interior is relaxing and comfortable, even the floors of the rooms are warmed!"