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01Meet Geisha (maiko or geiko) at GionIf you are looking to capture a shot of a Maiko gliding gracefully along charming streets, it’s best to aim for dusk, since this is the time they set out for their workplace. Just be careful not to get in the way of their commute to work!Dine out at Gion?
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02Walking Through Bamboo Grove in ArashiyamaFeel wonderfully relaxed as you walk along this trail of approximately 100m, surrounded by thickly-growing bamboo stretching straight up towards the sky.It could be said that it is here amongst the bamboo grove scenery that Kyoto reveals its true identity.Want to know about it?
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03Flowery Cherry Blossom SeasonFrom mid-March to mid-April, you can catch sight of cherry blossom flowers while walking around any part of Kyoto. Spring is the season when Kyoto is at its most brilliantly colorful throughout the whole year.Recommended spots for Hanami
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04Wandering into Mysterious WorldThis photogenic power spot is unlike anywhere else in the world. Enjoy feeling as though you have stumbled into another world as you pass through the forest of "torii" gates. Another big attraction is that you can enjoy it at your leisure, for free.Want to know about it?
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05Kitchen for The Citizens ―Nishiki MarketThis historic market is full of local Kyoto produce, and is visited daily by housewives and professional chefs alike. It’s also fun to walk around eating various snacks, such as takoyaki and soy milk doughnuts.Recommended snacks to go
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06Sitting & Relaxing at Japanese GardenHow about a"karesansui" Japanese garden (using only sand and stone to represent mountains, rivers, and fields) or a walk-around-style garden?If Japanese gardens and "zen" are your thing, please go ahead and visit several to find your favorite place.Let’s Find Some Places You’d Love
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07Festivals Tell You Some Histories of KyotoIn Kyoto, various festivals and traditional events, both big and small, are held throughout the year.If you plan to visit Kyoto during summer, you simply can’t miss the Gion Festival held in July.What Happens During Your Stay?
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