tradition in its purest form
Travelling to Kyoto will give you the chance to experience historic Japan. Kyoto is the cultural capital of Japan and has everything that characterises the land of the rising sun: 400 colourful Shinto shrines, 1,600 ancient Buddhist temples and stunning Japanese gardens. The fact that Kyoto is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites says it all.
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In Kyoto sMany of the country's most famous monuments are preserved, a modern and lively city, It is the perfect city for those who like a more relaxed lifestyleIt is one of the best preserved cities in all of Japan, and with its temples, shrines, and even the river Kamogawa that runs through it, is the perfect place for those who want to appreciate the timeless beauty of Japan.
Traveling to Kyoto: The city that has it all
Kyoto is probably one of those cities that needs no introduction, It has become a popular place not only for tourists but also for students.
As more than a million foreign tourists discover each year, the city offers world-class shopping, mouth-watering cuisine (Kyoto has seven three-Michelin-starred restaurants!)
It is quite a bit smaller than Tokyo., por lo que una larga stay en Kioto permite a los estudiantes disfrutar de la armonía de la auténtica cultura tradicional y de las estaciones del año. Además, choose Kyoto as your city will allow you to access essential visits to Japan, such as: Nara, Osaka and the Lake Biwa.
Traveling to Kyoto: Organizing the trip
The preparations
Once you have decided to travel to Kyoto, the first thing is to know what the main requirements are and what you should do when traveling to Japan, In this post, You will find everything you need when it comes to organize a trip to Japan.
In addition, they have imposed new requirements for traveling to Japan, both immigration and health requirements that you must meet to live the Japanese experience. These requirements are added to the usual visa requirements to travel to Japan and we tell you everything in this post.
Planning by days
A very important task on any trip, and especially when traveling to Kyoto, is to plan by day. To organize our routes we usually read many travel journals and blogs and we look for all the official tourism websites. In our blog you will find all the information you need and you also have our services of Travel Consulting to help you create your ideal itinerary!
Transport
Arriving in Kyoto
Traveling to Kyoto by train is very easy. Kyoto Station is served by the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen (bullet train) lines. These lines connect to Nagoya and Tokyo to the east, and to Osaka (Shin-Osaka Station), Kobe (Shin-Kobe Station) and Himeji to the west. Limited express trains on private lines connect Kyoto Station to Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe and many other destinations such as Nara.
How to get around Kyoto
The best way to get around Kyoto is with a Kyoto Pass. You can choose from different types of passes (all of which are purchased at Kyoto Station):
Kyoto City Bus Only, All-Day Pass
The Kyoto City Bus 1-Day Pass allows you unlimited use on all buses in the city. You can take the bus to all of Kyoto's attractions, including Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Kiyomizu Temple.
Kyoto Sightseeing Bus and Subway, One or Two-day Pass Card
Unlimited use on all buses and metro for one or two days.
You can purchase this unlimited subway pass for one day, which also includes Kyoto's only tram, the Kyoto Randen Tram. Taking the tram is a great way to get to Kyoto's sights.
Surutto Kansai Miyako Card
It is loaded with 1,000, 2,000, 3,000 or 5,000 yen and is used on city buses and subway lines, as well as the Hankyu Line, Keihan Line and other participating private companies. You pay per ride until the card balance is depleted.
Traffica Kyoto Card
It is loaded with 1,000 or 3,000 yen and is valid on all subways and buses in the city. You pay per trip until the card balance is exhausted.
Accommodation
Kyoto is divided into districts, each with its own personality. Where you choose to stay will depend on what you consider most important. Is it easy access to transportation, proximity to sights, restaurants and nightlife, or are you looking for a place to escape and enjoy beautiful nature?
Best areas to stay in Kyoto
Kyoto's old town
Most visitors to Kyoto choose to stay in this area, and for good reason. There are some very, very nice hotels here, and the area offers a nice break from all the temple-hopping. If you want to stay in an area with easy access to hundreds of shops, malls, restaurants, bars, food markets, and great nightlife, this is the place.
Main attractions: Nishiki Market, International Manga Museum, Pontocho Alley.
Gion and southern Higashiyama
Gion is arguably Japan's most famous geisha district, and offers a fascinating insight into the country's past. Here you can still see a Geiko and her understudy Maiko in their beautiful traditional Kimonos as they go about entertaining their guests. The architecture is one of the best preserved examples of the period to be found in Japan.
And if you stay in the southern area of Higashiyama, you'll be right in the heart of the most beautiful ancient temples and shrines Japan has to offer.
Main attractions: Kiyomizu-dera and Kennen-ji temples, the wooden architectural streets of Gion and the Kyoto National Museum.
Kyoto Central
This district, which occupies a large area of central Kyoto, is a mix of old and new.
There are some beautiful sights, such as the Kyoto Imperial Garden and Nijo Castle, but it is modern life that dominates most of the area, with shops and office buildings. You won't have any trouble finding places to eat either.
Main attractions: Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace Park, Daitoku-ji.
Arashiyama
Located at the foot of the western Kyoto mountain range, it is often considered Kyoto's second tourist district after the Higashiyama area.
It is a beautiful area with green hills and majestic mountains in the background. The area is especially popular during the cherry blossom season (March-April).
