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KIMONO TEA CEREMONY KYOTO MAIKOYA at NISHIKI
Tourist attraction
👍👍 My first time in Japan and this was a dream to do, in my group and by my group I mean the people we met there sharing this experience, we all loved it.. saw a few bad reviews that say is too touristy or not authentic but honestly I don’t know what they were expecting, I know this is quick summarized...
4.90 (2.6K reviews)
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SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO With Experience
Tourist attraction
Small museum with Edo-period armor & sword displays & family-friendly instruction in warrior skills.
4.80 (10.2K reviews)
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Kyoto Samurai & Kyoto Swords (Annex of Kyoto Samurai Museum)
Tourist attraction
👍👍 This was an amazing experience that truly was the highlight of my Kyoto trip. The staff are amazing. They were professional, kind and truly cared about me and having an enjoyable experience. They speak excellent English and made my last day in Kyoto very special. Pro tip: wear a kimono before puttin...
4.90 (812 reviews)
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Kyoto Samurai
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Great experience today for me and my wife. Sensei Kuwabara was a very patient and informative instructor. He was great at demonstrating and improving our technique. When I asked (many!) technical questions he was able to understand and communicate the information. When needed we used translation app...
5.00 (330 reviews)
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Fushimi Inari Taisha Sembon Torii (Thousand Torii Gates)
Shinto shrine
Mountainside shinto shrine featuring a path with thousands of traditional red gates & stairs.
4.70 (9.2K reviews)
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Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple
Buddhist temple
Buddhist temple founded in the 8th century, featuring more than 1,200 stone heads on its grounds.
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Pug Cafe Living Room Kyoto
Dog cafe
👍👍 Best place in the world. These pug’s are wild and love “working” in the cafe. Very smart and know which ppl have treats and swarm them. When you run out of treats you can chill and watch the pugs. An old one will usually join you to sit in peace. There are tons of pugs and they’re all very well take...
4.80 (539 reviews)
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GEAR /Non-Verbal theatre
Performing arts theater
👍👍 Gear was great! We made a good choice by going in the morning and there was a same day discount. Go in the morning and get the tickets! Went for lunch nearby then went for the show. It's really good entertainment and good special effects! Refer to my pictures for details!
4.70 (1K reviews)
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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Shinto shrine
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
4.60 (72K reviews)
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Sanjūsangendō Temple
Buddhist temple
This iconic Buddhist temple is known for its 1,001 life-sized wooden statues of the goddess Kannon.
4.60 (13.7K reviews)
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Eikandō Temple
Buddhist temple
Major Buddhist temple with ancient art, such as a famed statue of Buddha looking over his shoulder.
4.60 (7.9K reviews)
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Kyoto Samurai Experience/和樂Waraku
Tourist attraction
👍👍 I had a great time at Kyoto Samurai Experience. I have lived in Japan for 31 years and am pretty bias about these cultural experiences. I thoroughly enjoyed the authentic experience, learned some cool things and had a lot of fun. The instructors, interpreters and other members were very knowledgeabl...
4.90 (249 reviews)
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Hōkan-ji
Buddhist temple
Picturesque 5-story Buddhist pagoda temple, offering sweeping views from the top.
4.60 (3.6K reviews)
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Jojakkoji
Buddhist temple
This Buddhist temple in a serene forest with views is popular in fall when its maples change color.
4.60 (2.8K reviews)
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Lorimer Kyoto
Breakfast restaurant
Informal restaurant with an open kitchen prepping imaginative fish dishes served with rice & soup.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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Tōji Gojūnotō (Five Story Pagoda)
Buddhist temple
Fifth iteration of a soaring, 5-tiered pagoda with decorated interiors, part of an iconic temple.
4.60 (1.4K reviews)
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Okochi Sanso Garden
Garden
Elegant, tranquil Japanese gardens with scenic views & a tea house serving matcha & sweets.
4.60 (1.4K reviews)
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Philosopher's Path
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Cherry blossom lined walk Walk along the canal to view beautiful cherry blossoms in a loverly setting. The walk leads to the Silver Temple, there are cafes and tea houses along the path. Allow a full day to soak it all up and really enjoy it. Near the temple there is a market like couple of streets...
4.60 (1.3K reviews)
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Rokuon-ji Kinkaku (Golden Pavilion)
Buddhist temple
👍 For about ¥500 you can take a walk through a path that leads you to a lake with a temple which walls are covered with gold. Crowds of people are taking photos of it because it is the only attraction here. Still it looks really picturesque. A bit overpriced for that only temple. Guides say that 20kg...
4.70 (454 reviews)
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Hosen-in
Buddhist temple
Built in 1012, this Buddhist temple features a blood-stained ceiling, a garden & light refreshments.
4.60 (944 reviews)
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