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A Day in Kyoto: Exploring Temples and Bamboo Groves

Jonas Kidulaitis

Jonas Kidulaitis

26 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling day in Kyoto as we visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha, wander through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and marvel at the golden beauty of Kinkaku-ji. Indulge in delicious meals at Seigen-in for lunch and とようけ茶屋 for dinner. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1
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$25

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$ 19

Higashiyama Hills

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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Directions

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Directions

Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
24 - 29 min

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Directions

Higashiyama Jisho-ji
This 15th-century Zen temple features picturesque gardens & a sand mound shaped like Mount Fuji.
No time set
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$13

Budget breakdown: $44 In total

Activities & Food:$25
Transport:$19