Kyoto has a river running through it: It’s called the Kamo-gawa and it’s really just one long park which Kyotoites use for relaxation, exercise and contemplation. Continue reading
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Cycling In Kyoto
Kyoto is regularly voted one of the best bicycle cities in Asia, and for good reason: The city is largely flat, roads are well maintained, drivers are sane and there are plenty of places to purchase or rent a bicycle. Continue reading
Kyoto Romantic Cherry Blossom Itinerary
Kyoto’s cherry blossoms are naturally romantic. But crowds are not. Here’s a great way to enjoy the best of Kyoto’s cherry blossoms while avoiding the worst of the crowds. Continue reading
Kyoto One-Day Off-the-Beaten-Track Cherry Blossom Itinerary
My one-day Kyoto cherry blossom itinerary lets you escape the crowds and enjoy the blossoms to the full by guiding you to the temples, shrines and gardens that are off the beaten track Continue reading
Best Small Hotels in Kyoto
Kyoto is packed with small hotels that offer close personal service, boutique style and tons of personality. The human scale of these hotels is a perfect match for Kyoto, which is a traditional city without skyscrapers. Here are our picks from a very strong field. Continue reading
Kyoto One-Day Itinerary
If you’ve only got one full day in Kyoto, you’ll have to work fast and efficiently. This itinerary allows you to get a good sampling of what the city has to offer in just one day. Continue reading
Downtown Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto is loaded with hotels, shops, restaurants, bars and clubs. It’s not a main sightseeing destination, but there are some good sights scattered about. Continue reading
Kyoto Trains
Trains are the best way to get to and from Kyoto. You can also explore some parts of the city by train. Here, I’ll give a quick overview of Kyoto’s train system and some links to free English-language route maps. Continue reading
The Best Places to Propose in Kyoto
If you’re ready to pop the question, Kyoto is a great place to do it. Kyoto is an incredibly romantic city and it’s filled with beautiful, quiet spots. Here is our guide to the best places to propose in Kyoto. Continue reading
Kyoto Three-Day Itinerary
Three days in Kyoto allows you to explore the main sightseeing districts and then head off the beaten path into the northern mountains. This is the perfect way to spend three full days in Kyoto. Continue reading
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