Kyoto Prefecture Travel Guide

A popular hot spring resort known for beautiful sunsets over the sea and its “beauty-enhancing waters.”

An ancient temple that houses more than 10,000 National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties, including the “Choju Jinbutsu Giga.”

A hands-on Kyo-Yuzen workshop.

A monzeki temple with ties to the Imperial family, home to the National Treasure Ao Fudo and a stroll garden with a central pond.

A facility with a museum where you can learn about Uji tea and hands-on Uji tea experiences.

A nature-rich park offering cave exploration and outdoor activities.

A photogenic railway bridge where trains appear to glide across the water.

Enjoy a special drive guided by the rhythms of nature in every season.

The northernmost cape on the Tango Peninsula, home to a nationally designated Important Cultural Property lighthouse.

Where the wind speaks and the valley soothes. A quiet seasonal paradise.

Packed with all the delicious flavors of Kyotamba! Take a break in this satoyama landscape surrounded by nature.

A special rickshaw experience where you can truly feel the history and charm of Kyoto’s Higashiyama district.

A machiya cafe on Bukkoji Street known for its homemade quiches and tarts.

Authentic Matcha at a Long-Established Tea House in the Home of Uji Tea.

A long-established traditional restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with local seasonal ingredients.

A long-established Kyoto kaiseki restaurant with over 300 years of history, one of the famed Kawauo Ikesu Hakken.

Its dashi made with Kyoto groundwater and carefully selected ingredients is exceptional.

Savor A4-A5 grade Japanese Black Wagyu in an elegant hideaway overlooking Gion and the Kamo River.

A scenic café set along the shores of Ine Bay.

Savor freshly caught seafood while gazing out at the tranquil waters of Ine Bay.

Enjoy matcha sweets at a dessert cafe in Gion with the charm of a traditional Kyoto townhouse.

Enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizza in a pleasant space filled with the greenery and sunlight of the botanical gardens.

Experience authentic traditional Beijing cuisine in a luxurious former kimono merchant’s Kyoto townhouse.

A modern bistro where you can savor seasonal ingredients inside a beautifully preserved historic building.

Located both inside and outside the Shinkansen gates at Kyoto Station, ASTY Kyoto brings together a variety of shops perfect for wrapping up your journey with local souvenirs, snacks, and gifts before heading home.

A multi-purpose complex located beneath the Nidec Kyoto Tower, offering a full range of dining, souvenirs, and hands-on experiences all in one place.

Experience the charm of Kyoto’s famous confection through tours and hands-on activities.

Discover the Latest Electronics in the Heart of Kyoto - Shop Smart on Your Journey!

A combined tourist information center and community store-your first stop when visiting Kayabuki no Sato.

A spacious and inviting shopping mall where you can enjoy both shopping and dining in comfort.

Thoughtfully crafted souvenirs made with natural materials, carefully selected from Miyama’s “Kayabuki no Sato” village.

Long-loved Gion tea shop offering tastes of exquisite Uji tea served as premium tea leaves and delicious matcha sweets.

A specialty shop that not only sells a variety of fans but also offers fan painting experiences.

Classic Kyoto souvenirs to shop in a serene, authentic Japanese interior.

The hub of the latest trends in the ancient city of Kyoto.

The latest from this veteran retailer founded in 1831.

A MUJI accommodation where guests can experience the beauty of everyday life in Kyoto.

A Refined Gion Retreat for Luxurious Stays and Spa Relaxation.

A secluded ryokan where you can relax in hot springs and savor seasonal cuisine, spending a peaceful stay surrounded by Kyoto’s natural beauty.

A well-equipped resort hotel offering stunning views of Amanohashidate, along with hot springs and a pool.

A scenic resort ryokan offering soothing stays with panoramic views of Amanohashidate from along the canal.

A hot spring inn where you can enjoy satoyama experiences across a vast 35,000-tsubo property.

A one-of-a-kind stay limited to just one group per day-an entire private ryokan with a cypress bath, offering an extraordinary, escape-from-the-ordinary experience.

A “sky-high” hot spring inn where every guest room features a private open-air bath, offering an exclusive onsen experience above the city.

A comfortable hotel just a five-minute walk from Kyoto Station, known for its natural hot spring sourced from its own on-site spring.

A “casual luxury” hotel that combines functionality with a calm, refined atmosphere.

A hospitality-focused hotel built around the concept of “enjoying Kyoto with all five senses.”

An inn with spectacular views of the Sea of Japan and the sunset from the guest rooms, large public bath, and terrace.

The gentle glow of lanterns floating on the sea and the sparkling brilliance blooming across the night sky create a miraculous scene.

One of Japan's most famous festivals held in Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto with more than 1150 years of history.

An ancient parade of majesty and grand autumn festival tradition since the Heian Period at Kitano Tenmangu.

A millennium-old autumn festival at Kyoto's Awata Shrine.

The highlight of this Great Festival at Heian Jingu Shrine is a procession of people dressed in costumes of various periods of time.

Enchanted Kyoto evenings at Miyama’s “Kayabuki no Sato,” a dream-like preserved traditional villagescape.

One of the three Major festivals in Kyoto, featuring the “Roto no Gi” ceremony that reminds us of Heian Period’s paintings.

Spiritual and ghastly fires illuminate the ancient city at night. A traditional event where spirits depart to the afterlife.