Nishiki Market is a long, narrow shopping street filled with hundreds of shops and food vendors, offering traditional Japanese sweets, local food, and souvenirs.

Gion is the old quarter and main entertainment district of Kyoto, known for its historic streets, buildings, speciality shops, bars, and eateries.

Arashiyama, on the outskirts of western Kyoto, was a former retreat for emperors and offers attractions such as the Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryuji Temple.

Yasaka Shrine is one of the most famous shrines in Kyoto, founded over 1,350 years ago, popular with tourists visiting Gion and Higashiyama.

The Fushimi Inari Shrine is a popular place to visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon/early evening to avoid crowds; walking upwards will lead to fewer crowds.

Kyoto Station is a major transportation hub in Kyoto, accessible by train from Kansai International Airport and a stop for the Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is a popular site where going super early is the best option to avoid crowds; shops and restaurants in Arashiyama start closing around 5 PM.

A river offering a peaceful boat ride surrounded by lush forests and rock formations, from Kameoka to Arashiyama.