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Kyoto is a city that continues to attract the attention of international travelers as one of the best cities to visit in Japan.
This short tour is recommended for first-time visitors to Kyoto and for those who want to visit Kyoto's unique spots in a short time.
This tour is also recommended for those who have other plans for the day, as it allows for efficient and smooth sightseeing in and around Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temples, which are especially popular in Kyoto!
Explore Gion's traditional charm, visit Yasaka Shrine with its historical ties to the area, and admire the serene beauty of Kodaiji Temple's gardens. Stroll through Sanneizaka Area for picturesque views before reaching Kiyomizu-dera, renowned for its thousand-year history and iconic cliffside stage offering breathtaking city panoramas.
[Visit Spots]
?Gion/Hanamikoji Street
?Yasaka Shrine
?Kodaiji Temple
?Sanneizaka
?Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu Gojo Station
Gion/Hanamikoji Street: As the main street of the Gion area, it is a popular place for tourists. The street and surrounding area are lined with temples, shrines, tea houses, and other buildings that are very Kyoto-like. If you are lucky, you may be able to see real maiko and geiko walking along the alley.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Yasaka Shrine: Located in Higashiyama, it is the representative shrine of Kyoto City. Until the Meiji era (1868-1912), the shrine was called "Gion Shrine." The famous town of Gion was the gateway to Yasaka Shrine, and the festival "Gion Matsuri" became Kyoto's representative summer festival, greatly influencing the culture, customs and landscape of Kyoto.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kodaiji Temple: This temple is dedicated to the memory of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, the general who unified Japan during the Warring States period, and his wife. The temple is also known for the beauty of its magnificent and spacious garden with the Higashiyama Mountains in the background.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Sanneizaka: This slope is part of the approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple and is said to have been used by Kitamasato, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Together with Niningsaka, it is designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Kyoto City. The winding stone pavement and stone steps are flanked by old-fashioned buildings, and it is also known as the center of sightseeing in Kiyomizu.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kiyomizu Temple: It is a World Heritage temple representing Kyoto. In addition to being a popular tourist destination, the temple attracts many pilgrims who come to see the main image of the Buddha who saves people with his mercy. The "Kiyomizu-no-butai" (stage of Kiyomizu), built on the slope of the mountain, offers a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Kyoto.
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
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