For beginners! 5 things you should know when traveling to Kyoto

• Table of Contents
• 1. There are fewer places in Kyoto that can be visited in one day than you might think.
• 2. Famous tourist spots are less crowded in the morning
• 3. City buses are convenient, but they can be easy to get lost
• 4. Enjoy the surrounding areas of famous temples and shrines
• 5. When sightseeing in Kyoto, walking shoes are the top priority.
• lastly
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1. There are fewer places in Kyoto that can be visited in one day than you might think.

It may look close on a map, but sightseeing in Kyoto takes longer than you might imagine due to travel and crowds.

Therefore, you will probably only be able to visit two or three areas per day.

If you try to be greedy and visit too many places, you may end up just traveling around.

2. Famous tourist spots are less crowded in the morning

Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Arashiyama are like a different world between 8 and 9 in the morning. At that time, there are fewer people, it's easier to take photos, and it's relatively cool even in summer, making it a great time to visit.

3. City buses are convenient, but they can be easy to get lost

Kyoto city buses have many routes, which can be confusing for beginners. Even if the number is the same, the destinations can be different, so it's easy to get off at the wrong stop.

The basic method is to use the subway and walk, and it is convenient to use the bus for short distances.

4. Enjoy the surrounding areas of famous temples and shrines

Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Arashiyama are worth seeing not just for the sights themselves, but also for the surrounding areas! If you visit these famous tourist spots, be sure to also explore the surrounding areas!

If you visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, be sure to walk along Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

After visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple, head to Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka.

These are located between Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Pagoda, and are home to souvenir shops and cafes where you can enjoy Japanese sweets and matcha desserts, giving you a real Kyoto feel. There are also plenty of photo spots, so be sure to take some time to capture your memories of Kyoto.

How to get to Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

The hardest thing to get confused about is

1. Walk from Gion (Yasaka Shrine)

2. Head to Yasaka Pagoda

3. Continue walking up the stone-paved slope → Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka → Kiyomizu-dera Temple

5. When sightseeing in Kyoto, walking shoes are the top priority.

Kyoto has many cobblestone streets and slopes. You'll also be walking more than you'd expect while waiting for the bus or inside your own home. While you'll want to wear stylish shoes to take photos, you'll definitely get tired!

Comfortable shoes such as sneakers are best.

lastly

If you are traveling to Kyoto for the first time, knowing a little bit about how to get around rather than where to go will make a big difference in your satisfaction.

Kyoto has so many things to see that it's easy to get tired if you pack your schedule too tightly.

① Limit the number of places you go around

② Visit famous spots in the morning

3. Allow plenty of time for travel and walking

Just by keeping these three things in mind, you will be able to enjoy Kyoto much more easily.

I hope that the points I have introduced this time will make your trip to Kyoto a little easier and more memorable.

Please come and experience Kyoto at your own pace.

For your trip to Japan, please contact Trip To Japan!

For your trip to Kyoto, consult TripToJapan!