Have you been to Kyoto Japan?

Question

I am going there in a few weeks. Any suggestions for fun or nice sights to see?

Answer 1

Kyoto is a lovely city. There is a lot to see so you are better to choose one area and walk to see everything there. There are a lot of temples on the hill which are all quite different a very interesting. You can get these flyers with a walking route. It is in English and quite easy to follow.The tourist information offices by the train stations had them if i remember rightly.

Heinan Temple and gardens were gorgeous. The Imperial palace is very large - if you want to go through with an English speaking guide you need to be there before 3.pm. May pay to check - you have to get a pass.

Shoren-in and the numerous temples near the pagoda are all interesting.Maruyama Park area is lovely.This is a very traditional area. You can wander around and just come across different interesting things at every turn. There was a very interesting shopping centre and in there is the Yak and Yeti a nepalese restaurant! If you want a change from Japanese food this was great! It is in the Lonely Planet.

Answer 2

It really depends on how long you’ll be staying there and the sorts of things you’re interested in. In any case, here are some of my personal favourites:

The Arashiyama area (which is apparently beautiful during the fall).

Kiyomizu-dera (wonderful view of the city, but can be very crowded).

Fushimi-Inari Taisha (best visited either in the morning or the evening).

Sanjûsangen-dô (1001 statues of Kannon, and located right next to the Kyoto National Museum).

Tetsugaku-no-Michi (i.e. Path of Philosophy, which also gives one a chance to see several temples and shrines in one go).

Answer 3

I went for a couple of days. As you know, there are thousands of temples in the area; for starters, I suggest Kinkakuji and Ryoanji (I'm not sure about the roma-ji spelling). Also, try researching the Torakku, a romantic sort of train ride through the mountains. There's a lot to see in terms of nature; lots of good walks.