The best things to do in Kyoto

Kyoto has really many temples and shrines, but the ancient capital is not only about the old,
but can also offer trendy new experiences too, and Sharing Kyoto can guide you through it all.

What’s happening in Kyoto

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【2019】 Sharing Kyoto: Best Sakura Cherry Blossom Hanami Spots in Kyoto
The Sharing Kyoto Team’s 2019 Top Hanami Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots
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All Aboard the Kyo-Train! Hankyu Railway’s Latest Weekend-exclusive Kyoto Themed Train
Hop on Hankyu Railway’s latest Kyoto themed sightseeing train, the “Kyo-Train GARAKU” and take a trip to Japan’s former capital! The “Kyo-Train GARAKU”—which exclusively runs on weekends and holidays—was designed and built around the concept of transporting passengers to Kyoto as soon as they step inside the carrage. Below, Sharing Kyoto’s very own Taiwanese writer, Vanessa, will introduce all the little details you might miss on this beautiful train, before sharing her personal adventure on the “Kyo-Train.”
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The perfect itinerary for first day in Kyoto
Going to Kyoto for the first time but don’t know where to go to? For people thinking this way, we have a model itinerary for a perfect first day in Kyoto!
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Kyoto’s absolute top 20 temples and shrines you must visit!
There are over 3000 temples and shrines in Kyoto, but here you can find a list of the 20 best ones!
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Kyoto’s absolute top 20 Japanese gardens you must visit!
When in Kyoto, you have to visit Japanese gardens, so look no further for a list of the best rock and pond gardens!

Exciting Kyoto

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Kyoto how to: Half day itinerary to enjoy Arashiyama to the max!
Arashiyama is a great place to spend half the day, enjoying the Bamboo Grove and taking the exciting boat ride down the river called Hozugawa Kudari!
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Take the subway and see Kyoto! One day in Kyoto with subway one-day pass
By using the Kyoto Subway one-day pass you can travel freely in Kyoto and enjoy the sights, restaurants, and all the fun this city offers!
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How to get to Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple from central Kyoto
The fun way of getting to Mt. Hiei and Enryaku-ji Temple from Kyoto with great views by using the cable car, ropeway, and bus.

Trendy things to do in Kyoto right now

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Cycling in Kyoto! The best route for a fun day of bicycling in Kyoto
See a different kind, but equally beautiful, Kyoto from the saddle of a bicycle
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The absolute best spots in Kyoto for Instagram and Facebook photos
I’m going to introduce the best places in Kyoto for photography hobbyists for Instagram and Facebook photos that are sure to get many likes!
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Let’s collect goshuin temple stamps in Kyoto! Top 5 famous temple stamps
The calligraphic temple stamps you can receive at shrines and temples are great souvenirs. Here are the 5 most popular temple stamps in Kyoto!

Undiscovered Kyoto

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Timewarp places in Kyoto: atmosphere like old days
The most classic and traditional city― that might be what you think of when hearing of “Kyoto.” That’s absolutely true, but not only that. Kyoto has many places making us feel quite nostalgic.
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Top 7 weird spots in Kyoto off-the-beaten-path
Everyone knows Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Shrine, but there are many places a bit out of the ordinary, and only known to locals.
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Popular things to do in Kyoto

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
The most famous and probably the most mysterious spot in Arashiyama is the Bamboo Grove
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Arashiyama Togetsukyo Bridge
The Togetsu-kyo Bridge is the symbol of Arashiyama surrounded by wonderful scenery
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Kamo River
The cherry blossoms at the Kamo River are exceptionally beautiful in spring
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Gion District
Gion is the most famous geisha district of Kyoto, where you stand a chance to see a maiko
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Writer’s blog

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Boating in early summer in Kyoto! Half a day in Fushimi with a boat cruise on Fushimi Jikkokubune!
Vanessa
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Secluded hikyo stations of Japan: JR Hozukyo Station in Kyoto
Sampo
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Enchanted Time with Maiko in the heart of Kyoto, Gion!
Sampo
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We took part in a sushi making experience at Daiki Suisan’s Sushi Seminar
Sampo
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