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Best Viewing: Mar. 29 - Apr. 5 See 2026 Kyoto reports 2026 on-site reports: [![]() Kyoto: Past Peak Last week](https://www.japan-guide.com/blog/sakura26/260406_kyoto.html) [![]() Kyoto: Petals Starting To Fall 2 weeks ago](https://www.japan-guide.com/blog/sakura26/260402_kyoto.html) [![]() Kyoto: Blossoms Opening 3 weeks ago](https://www.japan-guide.com/blog/sakura26/260328_kyoto.html) [![]() Kyoto: Just Opened 3 weeks ago](https://www.japan-guide.com/blog/sakura26/260325_kyoto.html) [**Best Kyoto viewing spots**](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3951.html) [**2026 Forecast**](https://www.japan-guide.com/sakura/) Kyoto (京都, Kyōto) served as Japan's capital and the [emperor](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2135.html)'s residence from [794](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2132.html) until [1868](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2130.html). It is one of the country's ten [largest cities](https://www.japan-guide.com/list/e1003.html) with 1.5 million inhabitants and a modern face. Over the centuries, Kyoto was destroyed by many wars and fires, but due to its exceptional historic value, the city was dropped from the list of target cities for the atomic bomb and escaped destruction during [World War II](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2129.html). Countless [temples](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2058.html), [shrines](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2059.html) and other historically priceless structures survive in the city today. ## Top attractions in Kyoto Sort by: Recommended - Recommended - User ratings - Most visited Group by districts - Group by districts - Uncategorized Central Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3918.html) 1 Castle [Nijo Castle••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3918.html) Former Kyoto residence of the shogun. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 3,192 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3972.html) 2 Museum [Kyoto Railway Museum•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3972.html) Large, excellent museum about trains in Japan. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 122 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3935.html) 3 Garden [Sento Palace•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3935.html) Imperial palace with beautiful gardens. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 276 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3931.html) 4 Shopping [Nishiki Market•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3931.html) Fresh food market street in central Kyoto. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 1,855 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3917.html) 5 Park [Kyoto Imperial Palace•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3917.html) The Imperial Family's residence until 1868. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 2,210 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3921.html) 6 Food and Drink [Pontocho•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3921.html) Narrow lane offering atmospheric dining. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 1,264 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3926.html) 7 Historic Site [Nijo Jinya•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3926.html) Former inn for visiting feudal lords. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 541 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3920.html) 8 Temple [Honganji Temples•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3920.html) Head temples of the Shin-Jodo sects. 3\.5 ★★★★★ 1,146 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3952.html) 9 Museum [teamLab Biovortex•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3952.html) Immersive digital art museum 8 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3946.html) 10 Manga and Anime [Kyoto Manga Museum](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3946.html) Museum about manga. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 629 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3971.html) 11 Zoo/Wildlife [Kyoto Aquarium](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3971.html) Modern aquarium west of Kyoto Station. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 127 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3922.html) 12 Shopping [Kyoto Station](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3922.html) Kyoto's futuristic railway station building. 3\.3 ★★★★★ 4,886 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3945.html) 13 Viewpoint/Tower [Kyoto Tower](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3945.html) Modern landmark of Kyoto. 3\.0 ★★★★★ 1,977 Show All Central Kyoto Eastern Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3901.html) 1 Temple [Kiyomizudera•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3901.html) Temple famous for its large wooden terrace. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 4,385 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3959.html) 2 Neighborhood [Higashiyama•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3959.html) Preserved historic district around Kiyomizudera. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 1,507 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3907.html) 3 Temple [Ginkakuji•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3907.html) Beautiful temple not actually covered in silver. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 3,443 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3905.html) 5 Temple [Nanzenji Temple••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3905.html) Zen temple with beautiful stone garden. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,365 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3962_kyoto.html) 6 Museum [Kyoto National Museum••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3962_kyoto.html) Well presented exhibitions on history and art. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 156 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3973.html) 7 Temple [Kenninji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3973.html) Oldest Zen Temple in Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 99 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3906.html) 8 Cherry Blossoms [Philosopher's Path•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3906.html) Walking trail famous for cherry blossoms. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 2,060 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3927.html) 9 Temple [Kodaiji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3927.html) Built in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 1,568 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954.html) 10 Temple [Shorenin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954.html) A Tendai temple with garden next to Chionin. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 318 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3904.html) 11 Shrine [Heian Shrine•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3904.html) Modeled after the ancient Imperial Palace. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 2,058 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3928.html) 12 Temple [Chionin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3928.html) Head temple of the Jodo sect of Buddhism. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 1,096 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3956.html) 13 Temple [Eikando Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3956.html) One of Kyoto's most famous autumn color spots. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 533 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3902.html) 14 Historic Site [Gion](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3902.html) Kyoto's most famous geisha district. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 4,009 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954_shogunzuka.html) 15 Temple [Shogunzuka Mound](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954_shogunzuka.html) Mountain top temple with observation decks. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 38 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3970.html) 16 Temple [Shinnyodo Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3970.html) Less famous temple known for its autumn colors. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 96 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3903.html) 17 Shrine [Yasaka Shrine](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3903.html) Popular shrine hosting the Gion Festival. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 1,747 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3925.html) 18 Park [Maruyama Park](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3925.html) Kyoto's most popular park for cherry blossoms. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 776 Show All Eastern Kyoto Southern Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3915.html) 1 Shrine [Fushimi Inari Shrine•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3915.html) The ultimate torii gate experience. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 3,228 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3916.html) 2 Temple [Daigoji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3916.html) Famous temple southeast of Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 817 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3930.html) 3 Temple [Tofukuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3930.html) Temple with spectacular autumn leaves. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,047 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3919.html) 4 Temple [Toji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3919.html) Large temple with Japan's tallest pagoda. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 1,300 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3938.html) 5 Food and Drink [Fushimi Sake District](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3938.html) Traditional district with sake breweries. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 128 Northern Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3908.html) 1 Temple [Kinkakuji•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3908.html) Temple building covered in gold. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 4,737 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3936.html) 2 Garden [Shugakuin Villa••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3936.html) Imperial villa at the outskirts of Kyoto. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 243 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3929.html) 3 Temple [Ninnaji Temple••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3929.html) Temple turned former imperial residence. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 941 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3967.html) 4 Shrine [Kibune•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3967.html) Town with shrine in the northern mountains. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 264 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3933.html) 5 Temple [Kurama•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3933.html) Rural town with temple and hot spring. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 524 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3909.html) 6 Temple [Ryoanji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3909.html) Zen Temple with famous rock garden. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 2,062 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3932.html) 7 Neighborhood [Ohara•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3932.html) Rural area famous for Sanzenin Temple. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 457 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3955.html) 8 Temple [Sanzenin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3955.html) Popular temple in rural Ohara north of Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 476 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3940.html) 9 Temple [Takao•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3940.html) Wooded valley with temples north of Kyoto. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 229 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3911.html) 10 Temple [Hieizan•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3911.html) Mountain temple complex of the Tendai sect. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 536 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3910.html) 11 Temple [Daitokuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3910.html) Large Zen temple complex. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 969 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3941.html) 12 Shrine [Kamo Shrines•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3941.html) Two of Kyoto's most important shrines. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 677 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3939.html) 13 Shrine [Kitano Tenmangu•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3939.html) Popular shrine hosting a monthly flea market. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 840 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3969.html) 14 Temple [Enkoji Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3969.html) Nice Zen temple known for its autumn colors. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 200 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3968.html) 15 Temple [Manshuin Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3968.html) Important temple near Shugakuin Imperial Villa. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 84 Show All Northern Kyoto Western Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3912.html) 1 Neighborhood [Arashiyama••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3912.html) Pleasant district at the outskirts of Kyoto. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 2,896 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3937.html) 2 Temple [Kokedera••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3937.html) Called moss temple because of its garden. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 415 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3914.html) 3 Garden [Katsura Villa••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3914.html) Imperial villa with stunning landscape garden. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 382 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3947.html) 4 Temple [Yoshiminedera•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3947.html) Temple on Kyoto's western mountains. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 166 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3964.html) 5 Temple [Daikakuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3964.html) Large temple and former imperial palace. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 577 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3913.html) 6 Temple [Tenryuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3913.html) Zen Temple in the Arashiyama district. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,212 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3961.html) 7 Temple [Myoshinji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3961.html) Zen temple complex with many subtemples. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 237 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3934.html) 8 Amusement Park [Uzumasa Kyoto Village•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3934.html) Theme park and film set combined. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 485 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3966.html) 9 Scenic Ride [Hozugawa Cruise](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3966.html) Scenic boat ride down a river towards Arashiyama. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 107 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3965.html) 10 Scenic Ride [Sagano Railway](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3965.html) Nostalgic sightseeing train through a scenic valley. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 366 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3974.html) 11 Food and Drink [Yamazaki Whisky Distillery](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3974.html) Offering a museum and guided tours. 32 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3957.html) 12 Agriculture [Muko Bamboo Path](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3957.html) Pleasant walking path through bamboo groves 5 Show All Western Kyoto Events - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3942.html) 1 Festival [Gion Matsuri••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3942.html) The most famous festival in Japan. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 943 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3948.html) 2 Festival [Aoi Matsuri•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3948.html) Historical parade from the Heian Period. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 263 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3960.html) 3 Festival [Jidai Matsuri•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3960.html) Historical parade covering an entire millenium. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 217 Side Trips from Kyoto - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4900.html) 1 [Koyasan•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4900.html) Atmospheric temple mountain. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 1,133 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2165.html) 2 [Nara•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2165.html) Japan's first permanent capital. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 5,989 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3525.html) 3 [Kinosaki••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3525.html) Pleasant, old-fashioned hot spring resort. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 521 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2157.html) 4 [Osaka••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2157.html) Largest city of the Kinki Region. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 7,609 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3500.html) 5 [Himeji••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3500.html) Site of Japan's most beautiful feudal castle. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 3,063 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3975.html) 6 [Uji•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3975.html) City south of Kyoto known for its temple and tea. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 1,478 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3990.html) 7 [Amanohashidate•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3990.html) One of Japan's three most scenic views. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 610 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2159.html) 8 [Kobe•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2159.html) Harbor city, recovered from 1995 earthquake. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 3,649 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4350.html) 9 [Iga Ueno•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4350.html) Former castle town famous for ninja. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 610 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3985.html) 10 [Miyama](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3985.html) Rural town with lots of thatched roof houses. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 46 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4175.html) 11 [Asuka and Sakurai](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4175.html) The cradle of Japanese civilization. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 427 - [![]()](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e7025.html) 12 [Koka](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e7025.html) Rural city known as a homeland of the ninja. 3\.1 ★★★★★ 139 Show All Side Trips from Kyoto ## Kyoto by interest [ Kyoto Food Guide](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3963.html) [ Kyoto Shopping Guide](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3958.html) [ Kyoto Museum Guide](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3962.html) [ Kyoto Cherry Blossom Spots](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3951.html) [ Kyoto Autumn Color Spots](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3953.html)  Japan Brand Collection Leading brands and businesses. 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Access to the shared kitchen is available upon request. The guest house is 4.5 km from Imperial Palace and 2.2 km from Kyoto Station. Nijo Castle and Toji Castle are within a 30 minutes’ bus ride away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/guesthouse-kyoto-compass.html?aid=371183) 9\.9Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/mugen.html?aid=371183) [Ryokan Mugen (Adult Only)](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/mugen.html?aid=371183) Luxury Mugen is a property that was built 160 years ago, situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Nijo Castle. Every room at Mugen features an en suite shower r…oom, toilet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. You will find a shared lounge on site and a bar at the annex building. The ryokan also offers bike hire. Imperial Palace is 1.1 km from Mugen, while Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 39 km from the property. 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[View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyoyado-mitsuki.html?aid=371183) 9\.9Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) [Ryokan Tori](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Ryokan Tori is located in Kyoto, 2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The property is around 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace. The… property is 3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 3.7 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum. All guest rooms in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. Each room has a shared bathroom, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also offer a garden view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at tori can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Heian Shrine is 5 km from the accommodation. Itami Airport is 50 km from the property. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) [Yado Kiramachi](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) Luxury Yado Kiramachi offers accommodation set 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace. The air-conditioned acco…mmodation is 600 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The ryokan features family rooms. The units at the ryokan come with a seating area. The units have a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and some have garden views. At the ryokan, all units include bed linen and towels. A bar can be found on-site. Kyoto International Manga Museum is 1.3 km from the ryokan, while Gion Shijo Station is 1.6 km away. Itami Airport is 45 km from the property. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) [Gallery Nozawa Inn](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) Budget-friendly Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodation in Kyoto, 25 minutes on foot from JR Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Every room includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Each room is equipped with a private toilet, and bathrooms are shared. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is luggage storage space at the property. Guests can sample Japanese-style breakfast featuring seasonal ingredients. There is a public bathhouse located a 10-minute walk away. Nijo Castle is 2.4 km from Gallery Nozawa Inn, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 2.4 km from the property. Osaka Itami Airport is 36 km away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) [Kyo-Anthu Inn](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi. It is set 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and provides full-day security. The guest house has family rooms. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. There is also a well-fitted kitchenette in some of the units equipped with a microwave and a toaster. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Popular points of interest near Kyo-Anthu Inn include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Station and Gion Shijo Station. Itami Airport is 44 km away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/azukiya.html?aid=371183) [Azukiya](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/azukiya.html?aid=371183) Mid-range In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Shoren-in Temple, Azukiya features a garden and a washing machine. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, kitchenware, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a tatami. With a private bathroom equipped with a hot tub and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a patio. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The guest house serves a vegetarian and vegan breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Azukiya features a selection of packed lunches. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and Heian Shrine. Itami Airport is 47 km away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/azukiya.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kamuroan.html?aid=371183) [Kamuroan](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kamuroan.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Providing inner courtyard views and a shared lounge, Kamuroan provides accommodation well located in Kyoto, within a short distance of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sanjusangen-do Temple and Gion Shijo Station. With a garden, the 3-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the ryokan, each unit is fitted with a desk. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. At the ryokan, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The ryokan offers an ? la carte or Asian breakfast. Samurai Kembu Kyoto is 1.8 km from Kamuroan, while Shoren-in Temple is 1.7 km away. Itami Airport is 45 km from the property. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kamuroan.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [![]()](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/muso.html?aid=371183) [Hotel Muso](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/muso.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Well located in the centre of Kyoto, Hotel Muso provides 3-star accommodation close to Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The property is around 1.8 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.7 km from Kyoto Station. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel features a hot tub. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Each room has a kettle, while selected rooms come with a kitchen with a microwave, a minibar and a stovetop. Popular points of interest near Hotel Muso include Sanjusangen-do Temple, Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Itami Airport is 45 km away. 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Kyoto (京都, Kyōto) served as Japan's capital and the [emperor](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2135.html)'s residence from [794](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2132.html) until [1868](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2130.html). It is one of the country's ten [largest cities](https://www.japan-guide.com/list/e1003.html) with 1.5 million inhabitants and a modern face. Over the centuries, Kyoto was destroyed by many wars and fires, but due to its exceptional historic value, the city was dropped from the list of target cities for the atomic bomb and escaped destruction during [World War II](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2129.html). Countless [temples](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2058.html), [shrines](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2059.html) and other historically priceless structures survive in the city today. - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3918.html) 1 Castle [Nijo Castle••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3918.html) Former Kyoto residence of the shogun. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 3,192 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3972.html) 2 Museum [Kyoto Railway Museum•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3972.html) Large, excellent museum about trains in Japan. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 122 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3935.html) 3 Garden [Sento Palace•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3935.html) Imperial palace with beautiful gardens. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 276 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3931.html) 4 Shopping [Nishiki Market•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3931.html) Fresh food market street in central Kyoto. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 1,855 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3917.html) 5 Park [Kyoto Imperial Palace•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3917.html) The Imperial Family's residence until 1868. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 2,210 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3921.html) 6 Food and Drink [Pontocho•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3921.html) Narrow lane offering atmospheric dining. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 1,264 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3926.html) 7 Historic Site [Nijo Jinya•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3926.html) Former inn for visiting feudal lords. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 541 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3920.html) 8 Temple [Honganji Temples•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3920.html) Head temples of the Shin-Jodo sects. 3\.5 ★★★★★ 1,146 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3952.html) 9 Museum [teamLab Biovortex•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3952.html) Immersive digital art museum 8 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3946.html) 10 Manga and Anime [Kyoto Manga Museum](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3946.html) Museum about manga. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 629 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3971.html) 11 Zoo/Wildlife [Kyoto Aquarium](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3971.html) Modern aquarium west of Kyoto Station. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 127 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3922.html) 12 Shopping [Kyoto Station](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3922.html) Kyoto's futuristic railway station building. 3\.3 ★★★★★ 4,886 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3945.html) 13 Viewpoint/Tower [Kyoto Tower](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3945.html) Modern landmark of Kyoto. 3\.0 ★★★★★ 1,977 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3901.html) 1 Temple [Kiyomizudera•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3901.html) Temple famous for its large wooden terrace. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 4,385 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3959.html) 2 Neighborhood [Higashiyama•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3959.html) Preserved historic district around Kiyomizudera. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 1,507 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3907.html) 3 Temple [Ginkakuji•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3907.html) Beautiful temple not actually covered in silver. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 3,443 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3905.html) 5 Temple [Nanzenji Temple••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3905.html) Zen temple with beautiful stone garden. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,365 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3962_kyoto.html) 6 Museum [Kyoto National Museum••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3962_kyoto.html) Well presented exhibitions on history and art. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 156 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3973.html) 7 Temple [Kenninji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3973.html) Oldest Zen Temple in Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 99 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3906.html) 8 Cherry Blossoms [Philosopher's Path•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3906.html) Walking trail famous for cherry blossoms. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 2,060 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3927.html) 9 Temple [Kodaiji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3927.html) Built in memory of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 1,568 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954.html) 10 Temple [Shorenin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954.html) A Tendai temple with garden next to Chionin. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 318 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3904.html) 11 Shrine [Heian Shrine•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3904.html) Modeled after the ancient Imperial Palace. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 2,058 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3928.html) 12 Temple [Chionin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3928.html) Head temple of the Jodo sect of Buddhism. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 1,096 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3956.html) 13 Temple [Eikando Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3956.html) One of Kyoto's most famous autumn color spots. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 533 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3902.html) 14 Historic Site [Gion](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3902.html) Kyoto's most famous geisha district. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 4,009 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954_shogunzuka.html) 15 Temple [Shogunzuka Mound](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3954_shogunzuka.html) Mountain top temple with observation decks. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 38 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3970.html) 16 Temple [Shinnyodo Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3970.html) Less famous temple known for its autumn colors. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 96 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3903.html) 17 Shrine [Yasaka Shrine](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3903.html) Popular shrine hosting the Gion Festival. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 1,747 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3925.html) 18 Park [Maruyama Park](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3925.html) Kyoto's most popular park for cherry blossoms. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 776 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3915.html) 1 Shrine [Fushimi Inari Shrine•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3915.html) The ultimate torii gate experience. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 3,228 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3916.html) 2 Temple [Daigoji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3916.html) Famous temple southeast of Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 817 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3930.html) 3 Temple [Tofukuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3930.html) Temple with spectacular autumn leaves. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,047 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3919.html) 4 Temple [Toji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3919.html) Large temple with Japan's tallest pagoda. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 1,300 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3938.html) 5 Food and Drink [Fushimi Sake District](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3938.html) Traditional district with sake breweries. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 128 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3908.html) 1 Temple [Kinkakuji•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3908.html) Temple building covered in gold. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 4,737 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3936.html) 2 Garden [Shugakuin Villa••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3936.html) Imperial villa at the outskirts of Kyoto. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 243 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3929.html) 3 Temple [Ninnaji Temple••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3929.html) Temple turned former imperial residence. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 941 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3967.html) 4 Shrine [Kibune•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3967.html) Town with shrine in the northern mountains. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 264 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3933.html) 5 Temple [Kurama•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3933.html) Rural town with temple and hot spring. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 524 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3909.html) 6 Temple [Ryoanji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3909.html) Zen Temple with famous rock garden. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 2,062 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3932.html) 7 Neighborhood [Ohara•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3932.html) Rural area famous for Sanzenin Temple. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 457 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3955.html) 8 Temple [Sanzenin Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3955.html) Popular temple in rural Ohara north of Kyoto. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 476 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3940.html) 9 Temple [Takao•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3940.html) Wooded valley with temples north of Kyoto. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 229 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3911.html) 10 Temple [Hieizan•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3911.html) Mountain temple complex of the Tendai sect. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 536 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3910.html) 11 Temple [Daitokuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3910.html) Large Zen temple complex. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 969 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3941.html) 12 Shrine [Kamo Shrines•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3941.html) Two of Kyoto's most important shrines. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 677 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3939.html) 13 Shrine [Kitano Tenmangu•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3939.html) Popular shrine hosting a monthly flea market. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 840 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3969.html) 14 Temple [Enkoji Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3969.html) Nice Zen temple known for its autumn colors. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 200 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3968.html) 15 Temple [Manshuin Temple](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3968.html) Important temple near Shugakuin Imperial Villa. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 84 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3912.html) 1 Neighborhood [Arashiyama••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3912.html) Pleasant district at the outskirts of Kyoto. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 2,896 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3937.html) 2 Temple [Kokedera••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3937.html) Called moss temple because of its garden. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 415 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3914.html) 3 Garden [Katsura Villa••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3914.html) Imperial villa with stunning landscape garden. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 382 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3947.html) 4 Temple [Yoshiminedera•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3947.html) Temple on Kyoto's western mountains. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 166 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3964.html) 5 Temple [Daikakuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3964.html) Large temple and former imperial palace. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 577 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3913.html) 6 Temple [Tenryuji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3913.html) Zen Temple in the Arashiyama district. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 1,212 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3961.html) 7 Temple [Myoshinji Temple•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3961.html) Zen temple complex with many subtemples. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 237 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3934.html) 8 Amusement Park [Uzumasa Kyoto Village•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3934.html) Theme park and film set combined. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 485 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3966.html) 9 Scenic Ride [Hozugawa Cruise](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3966.html) Scenic boat ride down a river towards Arashiyama. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 107 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3965.html) 10 Scenic Ride [Sagano Railway](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3965.html) Nostalgic sightseeing train through a scenic valley. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 366 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3974.html) 11 Food and Drink [Yamazaki Whisky Distillery](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3974.html) Offering a museum and guided tours. 32 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3957.html) 12 Agriculture [Muko Bamboo Path](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3957.html) Pleasant walking path through bamboo groves 5 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3942.html) 1 Festival [Gion Matsuri••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3942.html) The most famous festival in Japan. 4\.3 ★★★★★ 943 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3948.html) 2 Festival [Aoi Matsuri•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3948.html) Historical parade from the Heian Period. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 263 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3960.html) 3 Festival [Jidai Matsuri•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3960.html) Historical parade covering an entire millenium. 3\.6 ★★★★★ 217 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4900.html) 1 [Koyasan•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4900.html) Atmospheric temple mountain. 4\.6 ★★★★★ 1,133 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2165.html) 2 [Nara•••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2165.html) Japan's first permanent capital. 4\.4 ★★★★★ 5,989 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3525.html) 3 [Kinosaki••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3525.html) Pleasant, old-fashioned hot spring resort. 4\.2 ★★★★★ 521 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2157.html) 4 [Osaka••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2157.html) Largest city of the Kinki Region. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 7,609 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3500.html) 5 [Himeji••](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3500.html) Site of Japan's most beautiful feudal castle. 4\.1 ★★★★★ 3,063 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3975.html) 6 [Uji•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3975.html) City south of Kyoto known for its temple and tea. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 1,478 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3990.html) 7 [Amanohashidate•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3990.html) One of Japan's three most scenic views. 3\.9 ★★★★★ 610 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2159.html) 8 [Kobe•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2159.html) Harbor city, recovered from 1995 earthquake. 3\.8 ★★★★★ 3,649 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4350.html) 9 [Iga Ueno•](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4350.html) Former castle town famous for ninja. 3\.4 ★★★★★ 610 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3985.html) 10 [Miyama](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3985.html) Rural town with lots of thatched roof houses. 4\.0 ★★★★★ 46 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4175.html) 11 [Asuka and Sakurai](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4175.html) The cradle of Japanese civilization. 3\.7 ★★★★★ 427 - [](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e7025.html) 12 [Koka](https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e7025.html) Rural city known as a homeland of the ninja. 3\.1 ★★★★★ 139  Japan Brand Collection Leading brands and businesses. 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Every room at Mugen features an en suite shower r… [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/mugen.html?aid=371183) 9\.9Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyoyado-mitsuki.html?aid=371183) [Mitsuki Kyoto](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyoyado-mitsuki.html?aid=371183) Budget-friendly Offering a bar and garden view, Mitsuki Kyoto is set in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. F… [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyoyado-mitsuki.html?aid=371183) 9\.9Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) [Ryokan Tori](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Ryokan Tori is located in Kyoto, 2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The property is around 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace. The… [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/tori.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) [Yado Kiramachi](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) Luxury Yado Kiramachi offers accommodation set 600 metres from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace. The air-conditioned acco… [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/yado-kiramachi.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) [Gallery Nozawa Inn](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) Budget-friendly Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodation in Kyoto, 25 minutes on foot from JR Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Every room includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Each room is equipped with a private toilet, and bathrooms are shared. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is luggage storage space at the property. Guests can sample Japanese-style breakfast featuring seasonal ingredients. There is a public bathhouse located a 10-minute walk away. Nijo Castle is 2.4 km from Gallery Nozawa Inn, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 2.4 km from the property. Osaka Itami Airport is 36 km away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/giyararinozawainn.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) [Kyo-Anthu Inn](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) Mid-range Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi. It is set 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and provides full-day security. The guest house has family rooms. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. There is also a well-fitted kitchenette in some of the units equipped with a microwave and a toaster. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Popular points of interest near Kyo-Anthu Inn include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Station and Gion Shijo Station. Itami Airport is 44 km away. [View on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/kyo-anthu-inn.html?aid=371183) 9\.8Booking.com - [](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/azukiya.html?aid=371183) [Azukiya](https://www.booking.com/hotel/jp/azukiya.html?aid=371183) Mid-range In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Shoren-in Temple, Azukiya features a garden and a washing machine. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, kitchenware, a kettle, a bidet, a hair dryer and a tatami. With a private bathroom equipped with a hot tub and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a patio. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The guest house serves a vegetarian and vegan breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, Azukiya features a selection of packed lunches. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple and Heian Shrine. Itami Airport is 47 km away. 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