The best things to do in Kyoto

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.”

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!

There are over 3000 temples and shrines in Kyoto, but here you can find a list of the 20 best ones!

Which one is the cheapest and fastest way to get to Kyoto from KIX? Hankyu? JR? Keihan? We’re going to find out.

The most famous and probably the most mysterious spot in Arashiyama is the Bamboo Grove

The Togetsu-kyo Bridge is the symbol of Arashiyama surrounded by wonderful scenery

The cherry blossoms at the Kamo River are exceptionally beautiful in spring

Gion is the most famous geisha district of Kyoto, where you stand a chance to see a maiko