{"id":5763,"date":"2010-05-26T12:33:45","date_gmt":"2010-05-26T16:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=5763"},"modified":"2025-08-07T12:14:04","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T16:14:04","slug":"kyoto","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/japan-travel-tips\/kyoto\/","title":{"rendered":"Kyoto Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/kyotoguide.jpg\" alt=\"temple views in Kyoto, Japan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kyoto is one of the most gorgeous places in all of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/japan-travel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Japan<\/a>. Surrounded by mountains, it boasts countless Zen gardens, Buddhist and Shinto temples, hiking trails, and sake distilleries, as well as some seriously tasty food. I loved wandering around, popping into temple after temple, admiring the wide array of gardens, and meandering through the bamboo forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It lives up to all the hype you\u2019ve heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting Kyoto is on everyone\u2019s to-do list (both foreigners and Japanese come here), so expect crowds, especially during peak season. But the city is worth the throngs (and I have plenty of tips to help you avoid them). I\u2019d definitely recommend spending at least three days here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This travel guide to Kyoto can help you plan your trip and save some money.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_717dd5-d4 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"toc\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_854632-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column5763_854632-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);}.kadence-column5763_854632-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_854632-88 > 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class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_0cb279-5e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_0cb279-5e\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#top5\">Things to See and Do<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#safe\">How to Stay Safe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#costs\">Typical Costs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#budget\">Suggested Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#saving\">Money-Saving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#getaround\">How to Get Around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When to Go<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#book\">Best Places to Book Your Trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#posts\">Related Blogs on Kyoto<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5763_d1c738-e2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_d1c738-e2 > 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_2def3f-91\">Click Here for City Guides<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"map_wrapper\" id=\"map_wrapper_241973\">\n<div class=\"map_box\" style=\"max-width:2000px\">\n<div class=\"map_aspect_ratio\" style=\"padding-top:56%\" data-padding-top=\"56%\" data-padding-top-mobile=\"\">\n<div class=\"map_container\">\n<div class=\"map_render map_loading\" 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_115dc7-f7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b90c737b heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_8212ad-51\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/japanguide2.jpeg\" alt=\"The famous bamboo forest in beautiful Kyoto, Japan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit Gion<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Gion is the famous geisha district. Take a stroll around the area and see <em>ochaya<\/em>s (teahouses where geishas entertain), small shops, and many traditional restaurants. Here you\u2019ll find a well-preserved district filled with classical architecture and design. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-night-walk-in-gion-the-geisha-district-t70438\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take a walking tour of Gion<\/a> to learn even more about this historic area and geisha culture. (Note that you can\u2019t take photos on the narrow private streets in Gion due to too many tourists gawking at and bothering geishas as they go about their business.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Check out Heian Shrine<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This Shinto shrine is one of the most popular and prized in the country. Built in 1895 on the 1100th anniversary of the establishment of Kyoto as Japan\u2019s (former) capital, the main buildings in the complex are modeled after the original imperial palace. There is a massive <em>torii<\/em> gate at the entrance, and the shrine has a rather bright and ornate exterior that makes it stand out from the lush trees and gardens that surround it. If you\u2019re here during cherry blossom season (late March-early April), it\u2019s one of the best places in town to see them. The shrine is free, but the garden has an entrance fee of 600 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Day trip to Nara<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Nara is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to over 1,300 &#8220;wild&#8221; deer that freely roam Nara Park. The Japanese consider them messengers of the gods, and there are places selling deer crackers all around the park so you can feed them by hand. Be sure to also visit the world\u2019s largest wooden building, Todai-ji, which dates to the eighth century and was reconstructed in the 1700s. Note: Keep an eye on your things while in the park, as the deer will not hesitate to eat anything in your hands (including your own food, paper maps, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. See Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Officially known as Rokuon-ji, this is a Zen Buddhist temple that is part of Kyoto\u2019s collective UNESCO World Heritage Site. There has been a temple here since the late 14th century, though it has been rebuilt several times (first in the mid-15th century and then again in the 1950s). The top two floors are entirely covered in gold leaf (hence its name, the Golden Pavilion). I think it\u2019s one of the most beautiful temples in Kyoto. Admission is 400 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Explore Arashiyama (The Bamboo Forest)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located near the famous Tenryu-ji temple, it\u2019s a nice spot to walk around and get lost in. It\u2019s not that big, but there are some hidden areas to explore. Since the forest is super popular (you\u2019ll see a lot of school groups here too), arrive before 9am if you want to enjoy it without the crowds. It\u2019s free to enter. You can also visit the very beautiful Okochi Sanso Garden. It costs 1,000 JPY and is well worth the price, especially since hardly anyone goes there.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_6ca8c7-d0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_3aeaa2-14\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_358a47-7b\">Other Things to See and Do in Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Tour Nijo Castle<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Nijo Castle was built in 1603 for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. It later became an imperial palace before opening to the public. The castle spans 170 acres and features serene Zen gardens, intricate interior artwork, and a defensive moat. It is a popular tourist attraction, so it\u2019s best to arrive early in the morning, before the crowds. The entrance fee is 800 JPY, plus an additional 500 JPY to enter Ninomaru, one of the two palaces within the castle. English audio guides (which I recommend) are 500 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Visit the Kyoto Gyoen (Imperial Palace Park)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This palace, which dates to 1855, is where the imperial family and court nobles resided until 1868, when the capital was moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. While you can\u2019t enter any of the buildings, you\u2019re free to look around and explore as much as you want (which is rare, as guided tours here used to be mandatory). There\u2019s a huge garden surrounding the palace that is also nice to wander around too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Walk around Higashiyama<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This historic district is one of the oldest and best-preserved sections of the city, home to the eighth-century Kiyomizudera temple (one of the most famous in all of Japan). Spend an afternoon on the east side of the Kamo River and walk along its narrow historic streets, lined with traditional wooden buildings with small shops selling specialties, such as Kiyomizu-yaki pottery, <em>okashi<\/em> (candy), pickled foods, handicrafts, and other souvenirs. Another nice place to stroll in this neighborhood is the Philosopher\u2019s Path, which follows a cherry-tree-lined canal that\u2019s beautiful and meditative even when the blossoms aren\u2019t in season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Visit Ryoan-ji Temple<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This was my favorite of all the temples that I saw in Kyoto. Built in the 15th century, this Zen shrine is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features a mausoleum that houses the remains of seven emperors across Japan\u2019s history. The traditional rock and sand garden, considered one of the best in the country, is immaculately kept and a stunning display of Buddhist art and philosophy. Admission is 500 JPY per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. See more temples and shrines<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Kyoto has over 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines, many of which form the collective UNESCO site, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto. Devote some time to temple-hopping, though of course you won\u2019t be able to see them all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main temples include the aforementioned Ryoan-ji with its famous rock garden, and Rokuon-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion); Kiyomizudera with its expansive wooden terrace; Ginkaku-ji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion); and Toji (home to Japan\u2019s tallest pagoda). The main Shinto shrines include Fushimi Inari (famous for its thousands of &lt;em?torii gates), Kamo (actually two shrines in a complex spanning Kyoto\u2019s Kamo River), Gion (venue for the one of the most famous festivals in Japan, the thousand-year-old Gion Matsuri), and Ujigami-jinja (built in 1060 and the oldest original Shinto shrine in Japan). All the Shinto shrines are free, while the Buddhist temples cost 400-800 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Wander among the plum blossoms<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you happen to be visiting Kyoto between mid-February and mid-March, you will see the plum trees erupt in blooms of bright white and dark pink flowers, similar to Japan\u2019s famous cherry blossoms. Two places you can find them are Kitano Tenmangu and the Kyoto Botanical Gardens, both of which are located in northern Kyoto. Admission to the Kitano Tenmangu shrine is free (though the Plum Grove is 1,000 JPY), while admission to the botanical gardens is 200 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Visit the Kyoto National Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened in 1897, this is one of the top-rated such institutions in Japan, with over 12,000 items, focusing on premodern Japanese and Asian art. The museum, which takes a few hours to explore, offers a detailed look at the country\u2019s history and art. Admission is 700 JPY for the permanent exhibit, 1,600-1,800 JPY for temporary collections, and 300 JPY for the gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Check out the Kyoto International Manga Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened in 2006, this place is for the manga (Japanese comics and graphic novels) enthusiast in all of us. Home to a massive collection of over 50,000 titles (including 5,000 in languages other than Japanese) to browse and read, it\u2019s almost more of a library than a museum. There are a number of exhibits though, highlighting the development and evolution of the art over the years, as well as how-to workshops with manga artists. There are also vintage antique manga, dating back to the 1860s. Admission is 900 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Relax in an <em>onsen<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>There are over 140 bathhouses (known as <em>onsen<\/em>) in Kyoto, supporting a tradition that dates all the way back to the early Middle Ages. Separated by gender, bathhouses are a great way to relax and soak in (ha) some of the more unique aspects of Japanese culture. Just be aware that some don\u2019t allow visitors with tattoos, or force them to cover them, so be sure to check before you arrive. Expect to pay around 1,000 JPY for the budget bathhouses. Tenzan-no-yu Onsen is one the best in town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Wander the Nishiki Market<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Nishiki Ichiba is now one of the biggest indoor markets in the city. The market is full of vendors selling traditional dishes from the region, classic Kyoto souvenirs, and really just about anything else. Many of the stalls have been in the same family for generations; opening hours depend on the shop (but are typically from 9am to 6pm). To dive deeper into Japanese food culture, you can take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-food-drink-tour-in-nishiki-market-gion-t66057\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">food tour of the market<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Go hiking<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The hills of Kyoto are an ideal place to go hiking. There are a number of Buddhist temples and other religious sites (like Zen gardens) throughout. Try nearby Mount Atago; it\u2019s a moderate 4-6-hour hike that offers scenic views, as well as lots of wildlife, especially deer. For a longer hike, walk the Takao-to-Hozukyo trail, which is moderately difficult and takes just over six hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Experience a tea ceremony<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The traditional Japanese tea ceremony was born in Kyoto in the 16th century as the elite (warlords, nobles, wealthy merchants) tried to constantly outdo each other with more and more elaborate practices. Today, Kyoto remains the heart of tea culture in Japan, making Kyoto one of the best places in the country to learn about tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-tea-ceremony-ju-an-at-jotokuji-temple-t186627\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a tea ceremony at a temple<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-tea-ceremony-experience-t60894\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">take a workshop<\/a>, where you\u2019ll learn how to perform the ceremony yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Take a cooking class<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Take some culinary skills home with you by learning a bit about how to prepare Japanese food. Kyoto has a few options, from spending an afternoon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-afternoon-kappo-class-japanese-cooking-class-t61552\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cooking in an <em>izakaya<\/em><\/a> (a casual bar\/restaurant) to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/kyoto-l96826\/kyoto-morning-bento-class-japanese-cooking-class-t61522\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-middle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learning how to make your own bento boxes<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Take a food tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>I love taking food tours wherever I go. <a href=\"https:\/\/arigatojapan.co.jp\/?rfsn=8762590.4613193\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arigato Tours<\/a> offers several, from a street-food tour of Nishiki Market to a walking tour and dining experience combo that culminates in a 10-course traditional <em>kaiseki<\/em> dinner. I can\u2019t recommend them highly enough. Tours start at 23,320 JPY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Go on a sake brewery tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Kyoto has a sake (rice wine) brewing tradition going back 400 years and is known for some of the best in the world due to using the area\u2019s pure natural spring water in the brewing process. <a href=\"https:\/\/arigatojapan.co.jp\/?rfsn=8762590.4613193\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arigato Tours<\/a> offers an excellent three-hour tour of Fushimi (the brewing district) for 23,320 JPY, including stops at several breweries, a guided tour of the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, and tastings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on specific cities in Japan, check out these guides:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5763_5200cc-79:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items5763_5200cc-79 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kt-svg-icon-list-item-5763_329302-84\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/japan-travel-tips\/hiroshima\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hiroshima Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-5763_601626-03 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-5763_601626-03\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/japan-travel-tips\/tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tokyo Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_08d594-1d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"safe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_5e718a-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_5e718a-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_5e718a-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_5e718a-26 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_5e718a-26 > 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1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_fd97d9-9a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_fd97d9-9a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_fd97d9-9a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_fd97d9-9a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_fd97d9-9a\">How to Stay Safe in Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Japan is a very safe country. Even in a large city like Kyoto, there\u2019s virtually zero chance you\u2019re going to get robbed, scammed, or hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should generally feel safe here. However, the standard precautions always apply (never leave your drink unattended at the bar, never walk home alone intoxicated, etc.). You also may have to watch out for lewd behavior here and there. Some travelers have reported inappropriate behavior, such as men asking personal questions or catcalling. It\u2019s rare, but it does occur from time to time. Most trains now have &#8220;women-only&#8221; cars during rush hour. You\u2019ll see pink signs indicating where women should board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scams are unheard of here and they simply won\u2019t happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your only real risk here is from Mother Nature. Earthquakes and typhoons are common, so always make sure you know where the exits are at your accommodation. Download offline maps to your phone as well, in case you need to navigate in an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Japan\u2019s emergency number is 110, or you can call the nonemergency Japan Helpline at 0570-000-911 should you need assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. It protects you against illness, injury, theft, and cancelations. It\u2019s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it, as I\u2019ve had to use it many times in the past. You can use the widget below to find the policy right for you:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_0f7615-bb alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_0acd39-8d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7008af-20, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7008af-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7008af-20\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7008af-20 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7008af-20[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7008af-20\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_7008af-20 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7008af-20\">Where to Stay in Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Kyoto has a bunch of hostels, and they\u2019re all quite comfortable and sociable. My recommended places to stay in Kyoto are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FGion-Ryokan-Q-beh%2FKyoto%2F85973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gion Ryokan Q-beh<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FBackpackers-Hostel-K-s-House-Kyoto%2FKyoto%2F5536%3FdateFrom%3D2020-05-14%26dateTo%3D2020-05-15%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backpackers Hostel K\u2019s House Kyoto<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FLen-Kyoto%2FKyoto%2F93521%3FdateFrom%3D2020-05-14%26dateTo%3D2020-05-15%26number_of_guests%3D1%26sc_pos%3D14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Len Kyoto<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FKyoto-Hana-Hostel%2FKyoto%2F41311\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kyoto Hana Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fpwa%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FGojo-Guest-House%2FKyoto%2F5317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gojo Guest House<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_7defac-0d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"costs\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_dbbafe-2f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_22bc5f-04\">Kyoto Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/kyotoguide2.jpeg\" alt=\"The famous Golden Pavillion on the water in beautiful Kyoto, Japan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_bdaed8-5c alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_088fd5-1b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_ec0a79-94\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel dorms &#8211; 2,400-3,500 JPY per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms &#8211; 6,500-10,000 JPY per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget hotels &#8211; 4,500-8,000 JPY per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms &#8211; 12,500 JPY per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments &#8211; 20,000 JPY per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_03654c-8e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_03654c-8e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_71daf8-22\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Street food &#8211; 200-500 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional meals &#8211; 500-1,200 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit-down restaurants &#8211; 2,500-3,000 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fine dining &#8211; 8,000-10,000 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast food (think McDonald\u2019s) &#8211; 800 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer &#8211; 450-550 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glass of sake &#8211; 800-900 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cappuccino\/latte &#8211; 500-600 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled water &#8211; 100-130 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week &#8211; 5,000-6,000 JPY<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some of my favorite places to eat are Okonomiyaki Yoshino, Ryuuann, Ramen Sen-no-Kaze Kyoto, and Trattoria Macedonia Yuki. For excellent cocktails, check out Kingdom.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_21a2fa-17 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_dfe6ef-b5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_d30ca1-c8\">Kyoto Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_4796ea-5a alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-center-half kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_162fe5-f1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_7d45c4-60\">Backpacker &#8211; 15,000 JPY Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re backpacking, this budget covers staying in a hostel dorm, cooking most of your meals, eating at the cheap 100-yen stores, limiting your drinking, visiting free museums and temples, and using public transportation to get around.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06{position:relative;}.kadence-column5763_35294f-06, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column5763_35294f-06:not(.specificity){margin-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_35294f-06, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column5763_35294f-06:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_35294f-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_35294f-06\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_6a04be-af\">Midrange &#8211; 27,000 JPY Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a more midrange budget, you can stay in a private hostel or Airbnb room, eat out for most meals, indulge in some drinks, visit more paid attractions, take the occasional taxi or rent a bike, and just have some more breathing room in your travels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_eacbc3-8f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_e7e97a-99\">Upscale &#8211; 78,000 JPY Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On &#8220;luxury&#8221; budget, you\u2019ll be able to stay in a budget hotel, eat at nice restaurants, enjoy more drinks, take paid food tours or cooking classes, and overall just have a more comfortable trip. This is just the ground floor for luxury though!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_850433-8e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_dd0283-2a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_1ffb47-e2\">Kyoto Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Japan has a reputation for being very expensive, but, outside of accommodation, everything is pretty affordable, and there are lots of free activities too. Kyoto is no exception. You can easily enjoy it on a limited budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some quick tips to help you save money while you visit Kyoto:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; Using hospitality sites like Couchsurfing that allow you to stay with locals not only gets you free lodging but lets you interact with them while you learn about their life. Make sure you send your request early though \u2014 the response rate is low and slow! Try inquiring with expats as well, as they tend to be more active on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get a transportation pass<\/strong> &#8211; If you plan on riding public transportation a lot, consider getting a day pass. One-day passes are 1,100 JPY for adults (550 JPY for kids) and provide unlimited travel on both the subway and city buses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get the Traffica Kyoto Card<\/strong> &#8211; This prepaid card offers a 10% discount on public transportation (bus and subway) within Kyoto. You can load it with 1,000 or 3,000 JPY; however, if you don\u2019t use all the money on the card, you can\u2019t get it back, so only get a card if you know you\u2019ll spend it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get a JR Pass<\/strong> &#8211; Chances are you\u2019ll be arriving in Kyoto by train. If that\u2019s the case, consider buying a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/?utm_source=aff&amp;utm_medium=cpa&amp;utm_campaign=nomadicmatt&amp;affiliate=nomadicmatt0918990001559574339\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JR Pass<\/a>. These allow you unlimited train travel and will save you a ton of money if you\u2019re going to be visiting other cities in addition to Kyoto. It comes in 7-, 14-, and 21-day options. Keep in mind that it can only be purchased outside of the country, so be sure to plan ahead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rent a bicycle<\/strong> &#8211; There are plenty of places to rent a bike in Kyoto. It\u2019s a cheap and easy way to explore the city, and you\u2019ll get a much better feel for it, too. Many hostels rent bikes, and there are lots of rental companies, too. Expect to pay around 800-1,000 JPY per day for a standard bicycle or 1,700-2,000 JPY per day for an e-bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat at 7-Eleven<\/strong> &#8211; 7-Eleven, Family Mart, and other convenience stores have a lot of meal sets (including sandwiches, soups, fruit, and more traditional Japanese options) that make for a cheap lunch option. Additionally, supermarkets also have many such meals at similar prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat curry, ramen, and donburi<\/strong> &#8211; These are the best ways to eat cheap, filling meals when dining out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cook your own food<\/strong> &#8211; Almost every hostel here has a kitchen where you can cook your own food instead of eating out. Combining this with shopping at the 100-yen stores can drastically cut your food costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shop at the 100-yen stores<\/strong> &#8211; There are many 100-yen shops in Kyoto with meal sets, groceries, drinks, toiletries, and household items. Store names vary by region, so ask your hotel or hostel reception desk where the nearest &#8220;Hyaku En&#8221; shop is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buy food at night<\/strong> &#8211; After 8pm, most supermarkets discount their fresh food\/prepared food as they have to get rid of it. If you buy your food after 8pm, you can save up to 50% on almost everything fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring a water bottle<\/strong> &#8211; The tap water here is safe to drink so bring a reusable water bottle to save money and reduce your plastic use. <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a> makes reusable bottles with a built-in filter so you always know your water is clean and safe.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_fd555e-05 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_b93d16-ba\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_68dad2-cf\">How to Get Around in Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/kyotoguide3.jpeg\" alt=\"The scenic view from one of the many relaxing Buddhist temples in Kyoto, Japan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; It\u2019s very easy to get around using public transportation here. Kyoto has an extensive bus network formed by multiple companies. The buses are clean and reliable. Single-fare tickets start at 230 JPY; prices go up based on how far you ride. You\u2019ll need exact change to pay (when you get off), which you can get from the machine at the front of the bus near the driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kyoto has a metro system composed of two lines with just over 30 stations. Single fares are based on distance and cost 210-350 JPY per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re going to be riding public transportation a lot here, it might be worth getting either of the reloadable cards that the city offers. The prepaid Traffica Kyoto Card offers a 10% discount on public transportation (bus and subway) within the city. You can load it with 1,000 or 3,000 JPY (but if you don\u2019t use it all, you can\u2019t get it back). Alternatively, you can get a one-day pass for 1,100 JPY that\u2019s good on both the bus and subways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxi<\/strong> &#8211; While it\u2019s super easy to hail a taxi in Kyoto, they aren\u2019t cheap, so I would avoid them as much as possible. Rates start at 600 JPY and go up by 465 JPY per kilometer. Stick to public transportation if you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ridesharing<\/strong> &#8211; Didi is the main ridesharing app here (Uber also exists), but prices are similar to taxis, so you won\u2019t really save any money using them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bicycle<\/strong> &#8211; Kyoto is quite easy to get around by bicycle. You can rent a standard bike for the day for around 800-1,000 JPY (1,700-2,000 JPY for an e-bike). It\u2019s a popular way to explore, so either reserve one in advance or get up early to ensure you can get one (this is really only for the summer months). Also, keep in mind that the traffic here flows on the left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; If you have an International Driving Permit (IDP) you can rent a car for around 7,500 JPY per day. Just keep in mind that you\u2019ll be driving on the left here, and that you\u2019ll need to get your IDP before you arrive in Japan. For the best car rental prices, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, unless you have a specific need for a car, I would stick to public transportation and trains (which are usually much faster than cars).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_55cb88-74 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_66c1f5-17\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_9ee7da-80\">When to Go to Kyoto<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The most popular time to visit Kyoto is in the summer; however, it can get quite warm. Temperatures in June-August are over 32\u00b0C (89\u00b0F), and it will be rather humid. You\u2019ll also have larger crowds, as Kyoto is one of the most visited cities in the country. If you go during the summer, make sure you\u2019re up early to beat the crowds and that you\u2019ve booked your accommodation in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The shoulder seasons are the best time to go to Kyoto. April-May and October-November see cooler temperatures and only a little bit of rain. Keep in mind that late March to early April is cherry blossom season, so expect massive crowds during that time (book ahead!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the winter in Kyoto is cold, it is hardly unbearable. Temperatures usually sit around 10\u00b0C (50\u00b0F) during the day and drop down to around 1\u00b0C (34\u00b0F) at night. The city is much quieter during this time as well. Snow is common, but it usually melts not long after it falls. Rain is also common, so dress for wet, brisk weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, keep in mind that typhoon season occurs from May to October. Japan is well-equipped to handle all types of typhoons, but still, <a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">purchase travel insurance in advance<\/a> just in case.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Kyoto Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3032045\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/?cid=1844104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Agoda<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Other than Hostelworld, Agoda is the best hotel accommodation site for Asia.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrailpass.com\/?utm_source=aff&#038;utm_medium=cpa&#038;utm_campaign=nomadicmatt&#038;affiliate=nomadicmatt0918990001559574339\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Japan Rail Pass<\/a> &#8211; This is a flexible transportation pass used for navigating Japan. Similar to the Eurail pass in Europe, it turns expensive bullet trains into budget-friendly modes of transportation. You honestly can&#8217;t visit Japan without one.<\/li>\n<li><a href=https:\/\/arigatojapan.co.jp\/?rfsn=8762590.4613193\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arigato Travel<\/a> &#8211; This is my absolute favorite tour company in Japan. They run all sorts of walking tours, food tours, and neighborhood tours that take you off the beaten path and show you the real Kyoto. I can&#8217;t recommend them enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><style>.resources-block ul:first-of-type {margin-bottom: 0;}<\/style>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_ed9622-64 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"posts\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column5763_d3097c-a5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6886dad7 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading5763_0d9f67-05\">Kyoto Travel Guide: Related Articles<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Want more tips for your trip? Check out all the articles I\u2019ve written on Kyoto travel and continue planning your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id5763_57826b-d7 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"row-one\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column5763_51cc9e-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column5763_51cc9e-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column5763_51cc9e-7f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column5763_51cc9e-7f > 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data-columns-xs=\"1\" data-columns-ss=\"1\"data-item-selector=\".kt-post-masonry-item\" aria-label=\"Post Carousel\"><article class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item post-14542 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-asia tag-japan tag-kyoto\"><div class=\"kt-blocks-post-grid-item-inner-wrap kt-feat-image-align-top kt-feat-image-mobile-align-top\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-intrisic kt-image-ratio-56-25\" style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-intrisic\"><a aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/the-beautiful-temples-and-gardens-of-kyoto\/\" aria-label=\"The Beautiful Temples and Gardens of Kyoto\" class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"675\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/kyoto_garden.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large 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