Best Things To Do in Kyoto, Japan

1. Chishaku In

   4.3 (90 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple

   The head temple of Shingon Buddhism Chizan Sect, the Chishaku-in is comparatively less visited by tourists, but is a gem of a place in Kyoto. Founded in the 14th century as a sub-temple of Daidenpo-in, this temple is known for its lovely garden and stunning painted panels and screens. If you happen to be in town on the 15th of June, do visit the Green Leaf Festival which is held in the temple&r...Read more

2. Jingo Ji

   4.4 (1 Vote)
   

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   Religious Site, Temple

   Located on Mount Takao, the Jingoji Temple is a beautiful temple adhering to Shingon Buddhism. Established in the year 824, the temple is home to many National Treasures of Japan including statues, sculptures, paintings and writings. Must see structures and buildings within the temple premises include: Romon Kondo Godai-do The Bell tower Daishi-do and Bishamon-do

3. Koryu Ji

   4.2 (24 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple

   Constructed in the year 603, Koryu-ji Temple is one of the oldest temples in Kyoto. Known for its wooden image of Bodhisattva called ‘Miroku-Bosatsu-Hanka-Shii-zo’, which is a national treasure, the temple had fallen prey to fires in the years 818 and 1150. However, it was reconstructed and restored to its current features later on. Do visit this charming temple while on your holida...Read more

4. Shosei En Garden

   4.2 (108 Votes)
   

   Garden, Walking Area

   The Shosei-en Garden, also known as Kikoku-tei because it used to be surrounded by trifoliate orange trees, is a lovely garden in Kyoto. Features within the garden include: A huge pond Serene walkways and paths Landscaped lawns Tea-ceremony houses Plenty of cherry trees Belonging to Higashi-Hongan-ji temple, the Shosei-en Garden should definitely be added to your Kyoto itinerary.

5. Hosenin

   4.5 (48 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple, Historical Site

   Founded over 800 years ago, the Hosenin is a small temple lodging in Kyoto. Although relatively unexplored by tourists, autumn is still a busy season as people visit this place to witness the beauty of the season. The main attractions within Hosenin are: The 700 years old pine tree. The blood stained ceiling. The suikinkutsu where you can put your ear to the bamboo and hear the sounds of the u...Read more

6. Ninja Dojo And Store

   4.8 (43 Votes)
   

   Want to visit someplace completely unique in Kyoto? Or better yet, want to have an experience of a lifetime? Head over to the Ninja Dojo and Store! While the store has on sale authentic and antique ninja items such as ninja swords, ninja clothing, shurikens and other such products, the Ninja Dojo training academy conducts short courses and training sessions on the craft of ninja. Be a daredevil...Read more

7. Kyoto Handicraft Centre

   4.1 (62 Votes)
   

   Arts And Crafts

   Spread across 2 buildings, the Kyoto Handicraft Centre is a one stop destination for all your souvenir shopping. Products on sale include: Woodblock prints Pottery Nanbu Ironware Wood Parquetry Lacquer Ware Japanese cosmetics Japanese tea and sake Japanese paper and stationery Japanese dolls Damascene and a lot more.

8. Genkoan

   4.3 (8 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple, Garden

   An offbeat place to visit in Kyoto, the Genko-an temple is of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism. Having a beautiful garden, the temple is more famous for its two windows- the square one and the circular one. While the circular one is known as "the Window of Enlightenment" and represents the harmony of the universe, the square one is called “the Window of Confusion" symbolizing the human lif...Read more

9. Sennyuji

   4.3 (42 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Temple

   A huge temple belonging to the Shingon sect, the Sennyuji Temple grounds are home to several sub-temples. Surrounded by a dense forest, attractions and sub-temples of interest within the temple complex include: The Imperial Tombs Hiden-in temple Sokujoin temple Kaikoji temple Daimon Gate Kannondo temple Unryuin temple Do pay the Sennyuji Temple a visit while on your Kyoto vacation.

10. Mount Hiei

    4.3 (974 Votes)
    

    Outdoors, Trail, Park, Landmark

    The Mount Hiei is a mountain popular with hikers and trekkers. A hike to the top provides beautiful panoramic views of the city and the countryside. If you are not into trekking and hiking, no worries, a toll road provides access by automobile to the top of the mountain. Alternatively, there are buses that connect the mountaintop to the city few times a day. There are also two routes of fu...Read more

11. Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

    4.1 (83 Votes)
    

    Museum, Outdoors, Brewery, Adults

    If you want to taste authentic sake and want to see the sake making process, head over to the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum. Run by the Gekkeikan Sake Company Limited, the museum was opened in the year 1982 and is housed within an old sake brewery. On display are over 400 items used in sake production along with a few object depicting the history of the Gekkeikan Sake Company. This one is an offb...Read more

12. Rokuharamitsu Ji

    

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    Religious Site, Temple, Statue

    Sitting at the edge of what was once Kyoto’s largest graveyard, the Rokuharamitsuji Temple was founded in the year 963. Belonging to the Chizen branch of the Shingon sect, a tall statue of Kannon welcomes visitors to the temple. A part of the Saigoku Kannon pilgrimage, the temple is known for its treasure house which has a lot of priceless artefacts.

13. Teramachi Street

    

    Walking Area, Street Market, Shopping Center, Street Food

    The Teramachi Street is a historical shopping street in Kyoto. Lined with many shops and eateries, the Teramachi-dori (street) is full of shops that range from traditional Japanese stores to huge malls and shopping complexes. The street is also home to a few art galleries, bookshops and shops selling religious goods. The Teramachi Street branches off the Shijo Street and runs parallel to the Sh...Read more

14. Enkoji

    4.4 (24 Votes)
    

    Religious Site, Temple, Garden, Statue

    A temple of the Rinzai Zen Sect, Enkoji Temple was founded in the year 1601 and its main deity is a statue of the thousand-armed Kannon Bodhisattva. Having beautiful temple premises, the complex houses a lovely garden, a small pond and plenty of maple trees that turn a golden orange colour during autumn. While visiting the temple, do check out the remarkable fusuma (sli...Read more

15. Nishijin Textile Center

    3.8 (65 Votes)
    

    Experience a Kimono like never before! At the Nishijin Textile Centre, apart from buying kimonos, one can witness live kimono fashion shows as well! The centre also gives tours of the place and visitors get to see how kimonos are made, right from selecting the fabric to stitching the perfect garment to even how the traditional looms are operated. A part of many local bus tours, the Nishijin Tex...Read more

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