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.

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Use the Japan Rail Pass to come to Kyoto from Tokyo and enjoy Uji and Fushimi!
Use the Japan Rail Pass to come to Kyoto, and enjoy some local sightseeing in Uji and see the torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine!
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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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Rainy season in Kyoto is still great for sightseeing! The best 5 spots in Kyoto for some rainy-day sightseeing fun!
Where to go in Kyoto when it’s the rainy season? These 5 spots in Kyoto are great even if it rains!
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Cheapest and fastest way to get to Kyoto from Kansai International Airport
Which one is the cheapest and fastest way to get to Kyoto from KIX? Hankyu? JR? Keihan? We’re going to find out.

Exciting Kyoto

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Seven places you can enjoy with the whole family
What are the best places in Kyoto for families with children? Find out the best 7 places to enjoy with the whole family in Kyoto!
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5 Life-changing Zen Buddhist Temples in Kyoto
We at Sharing Kyoto have been to many Zen Buddhist temples, but this time we bring you the 5 that left the biggest impression on us.
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The secrets behind the sake district of Fushimi Chushojima in Kyoto
Fushimi Chushojima is the sake district in Kyoto, where you can find museums like Gekkeikan and drink as much rice wine as your heart desires

Trendy things to do in Kyoto right now

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Vanessa’s tipsy excursion to the home ground of sake in Kyoto, Fushimi Chushojima!
You can find out a lot about sake in Fushimi Chushojima, and in this half-day excursion to this sake area of Kyoto you’ll find the best way to tour the distilleries!
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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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Nintendo’s old and new HQ (headquarters) in Kyoto
Ever wonder where the HQ (headquarters) of Nintendo is? And what about the old HQ? Find out here!
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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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