Welcome Back!
Hello or Konnichi wa (こんにちは or in kanji 今日は) to all you wonderful travellers! This is the next leg of the journey of Japan to Kyoto. Now that you have seen and planned for Tokyo, this is only a short 500km away and is a complete traditional setting in contrast the modern and bright city of Tokyo. This will cover crucial elements and activities that you will cover. Please read about the historical significance of Kyoto, Geisha Culture and The Bamboo Garden . Please keep in mind this travel guide is designed to be budget friendly while giving you the most historically significant and authentic experience.
This page will cover the following:
- What to expect when you reach Kyoto?
- How to get there?
- Where to stay?–
- Day 6 -Arrival To Kyoto
- Day 7- Arashiyama District
- Day 8- Fushimi-Inari Shrine and Kinkaku-ji temple
- Day 9- Kiyomizu-dera temple and Gion Geisha District
- Day 10- Downtown Tokyo and Higashiyama District
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What to expect?
The Historical Significance and facts of Kyoto
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Kyoto is the old capital of Japan and literally translates to “capital city” for over 1000 years from 794 to 1868. It has had several names including Heian-kyō (“Capital of Peace and Tranquillity”), Miyako (“The Capital”), and Saikyō (“Western Capital”). It was when the Meji Shrine in Tokyo was reconsructured that the new capital became Tokyo. Despite Kyoto attempting to keep up with the new traditions of life and other cities such as Tokyo, it has remained a heritage site. It is one of the most traditional places to visit to get a sense of the old culture of Japan including Gion the infamous Geisha District. It is a massive contrast the modern culture of Tokyo and is a must see for any touristic to get a wholistic experience of Japan.
It is home to seventeen historical and temples have made the UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994 as well as the Kyoto gardens. Including the infamous Bamboo Gardens and the Fushimi-Inari Shrine. It is home to over 1.475 million people last counted in 2015. It is the centre of Japanese culture being known for it being the home of Buddhism and Shintoism with over 1600 temples and shrines. East Hongan Temple (Higashi Hongan-ji) and West Hongan Temple (Nishi Hongan-ji), also resides in Kyoto and are major Buddhist institutions. This can make it very difficult choice on what to see and where to go , which makes this itinerary helpful. It is a major tourist destination with most of the Japanese population attempting to go visit at-least once during their life time. One third of the nation visit the city annually. It is located with the region of Kansai and is in the Keihanshin metro.
The population of Kyoto is one of the largest of Japan’s. It comprises off a mixture of Japanese, Koreans and Chinese people after World War II. This has brought an interesting skill set to the part of Kyoto contributing to their economy. They specialise in numerous traditional works that can be found in every nick and corner including tea ceremonies, calligraphy, theatrical arts and flower arranging. To read more interesting facts read 25 fact about Kyoto at WanderWisdom or 33 Interesting Facts on Kyoto at Lilla Green . The best time to visit would be Autumn or the Cherry Blossom Season.
How to get there?
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According to InsideTokyo from the city of Tokyo it is only 500 km and can take anywhere between 2 and half to three hours. The bullet train is your best best and a JR pass is great value lasting for 14 days which can be used in Tokyo and again to get to Kyoto, then Nara. In peak season it should not cost you more than $400 AUD. I would recommend to reserve your seat to avoid having to stand with your luggage and having a comfortable journey ahead. You can visit the JR rail pass website to book and purchase your pass.
How to get around?
On arrival be sure to have your map and keep in mind that trains and subways are the optimal way to get around, while busses are far less convenient. It is a very compact city with transport being extremely developed. It is best to look at the Inside Kyoto travel tips to look at the best trains and subways to get around. The seven day JR pass should work within this area.
Where to stay?
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There are many great locations to stay, but I would recommend staying in the central most area in Gion. I would recommend using HostelWorld to make bookings and see cheap options, it is easily my favourite way to book accomodation whilst travelling. To see more types of accomodation that I recommend please visit the previous page Tokyo Day 1-5.
- Tsukumi Hostel at $20 AUD per night located in central Kyoto- Low Budget
- Iwatoyama Hostel at $50 AUD per night located in central Kyoto- Mid Budget
Day 6 -Arrival To Kyoto
On this day the best thing would be to check out of your Tokyo home and make your way to the train station to catch an early train and get to a Hostel. This should give you ample time to check in, relax and perhaps explore the evening of central Kyoto. You will be greeted by small traditional sites and streets which is excellent for any of you pro or amateur photo geeks out there.
Day 7- Arashiyama District
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Good morning or Ohayogozaimasu (おはようございます) ! Good morning and welcome to the half-way point of your trip. Arashiyama, located on the west ok Kyoto. Today you should head out on the bus Kyoto City Bus No. 11 to spent the day and will take you about an hour and a half. Or you can catch a train and subway which should take about thirty minutes and a taxi can be caught after-woods. If you do decide to take the JR Train from the main Kyoto Station according to Youcoultravel.com would be on the JR Sagano/san-in Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station. Having the JR pass could save you a lot of money if you get the 7 day pass from Tokyo to Kyoto itself. This shouldn’t cost more than $10 via public transport. Be sure to check what time the last bus or train is back.
Spend the day at Bamboo Grove- UNESCO heritage site
I have used the following to write the below. All other sources are directly hyperlinked.Please go to bottom of page to see full citation. The websites https://www.youcouldtravel.com/travel-blog/how-to-best-enjoy-the-arashiyama-bamboo-grove and https://www.jrailpass.com/blog/arashiyama-bamboo-forest and Book- Ono, M., 2004. The hidden gardens of Kyoto. Kodansha International. and Book – Carpenter, J.W., 2005. Seeing Kyoto. Kodansha International.
One of the most spectacular and amazing things you can do is explore the Bamboo Grove which is protected by UNESCO. Visiting this place will cost you a total of $10 AUD. If you like you can pre-purchase tickets and book a walking tour- but managing to do some research you can probably manage just fine walking around. It’s base point is known at the Storm Mountains located in the northern western part of Kyoto. It is welcomed by the main street of Togetsu-kyo Bridge. The insides of the paths you will be greeted with towering sites of Bamboo that make wind noises and rattling which is infamous.
Monkey Park
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Most people think the only thing to visit here are the Bamboo Gardens but if you have time I would do this and another activity before heading out for a bite to eat and home. The next place is the monkey park with an entrance fee of $8. The walk up the trail to the mountain can take a long time and requires some good hiking shoes, snacks and water. For more information on how to deal with the wild monkeys when you get there can be found at Osakainfo.com
Temple Hopping
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According to the blog Kyoto Travel Guide and the website Japan Visitor There are a few Temples that you can visit and the following websites and blogs will help you choose out of the unlimited options you will be hit with.
The four I think you should try and hit up include: Pictures is order
- Tenryu-ji Temple- The most popular across Arashiyama
- Gio-ji Temple- The lush greenery that surrounds this temple makes it very unqiue
- Jojakkoji Temple
- Nison-in Temple
Day 8-Fushimi-Inari Shrine and Kinkaku-ji temple– explain
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Hello and welcome to another day! Your’e probably tired today from the explorative day you’ve just had. Start the morning off with some yummy breakfast. Down here are some links to some budget eateries:
- Breakfast: Favy.com for the top 10 budget friendly breakfasts Kyoto has to offer
- Lunch: CultureTrip.com for 10 local Kyoto Eateries that are budget friendly
- Dinner: tsunagujapan.com for 10 Affordable Eats in Kyoto- pictures from here
Ok so lets start the day! Today you will be visiting some temples! Temples are a central theme of this itinerary. Not because its budget friendly but because it is a deep cultural aspect of the Japanese culture. Be prepared to head to the Northern Sector of Tokyo which is a 5 minute JR train from Kyoto Station.
The first place Fushimi-Inari Shrine
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You can’t say you have been to Japan without visiting this famous and instagram-able sites! It is intriguing, breathtaking and nothing short of magical. But lets start of with the background knowledge so you know why you must visit!
I’m sure after all the Japanese food you’ve been gorging your faces in you would understand that rice is a stable and in-fact an important aspect of the culture, Shintoism the Japanese religion is nature based and the Kami also known as God is Inari. It is the reason why crops and businesses function, so respects too this Shrine is important. It is said to be over thirty thousand shrines in dedication to Inari throughout Japan. It is the most significant Inari worship centre and one of the most visited in Japan.
It has a huge path with 5000 bright orange coloured torri gates and the base is the mountain called Inariyama. The thousands of torri gates together are known as Senbon Torri. It was dedicated in the 8th century to rice and sake. This is when Shrines were created with specific deities dedicated to a Kami to ensure prosperity. The entry fee is $4-5 AUD. Afterwards near the exit there is a garden where you can have Matcha Tea and some sweets for a more fuller experience.
The Second Kinkaku-ji Temple
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Once your done, spend the second half of your day at Kinkaku-ji Shrine which will take you about an hour to get to from the Fushimi-Inari Shrine.
The temple also known as the Golden Temple or Golden Pavilion has a $6 AUD entrance fee but has a lot of historical significance for such a small price. It is a sen temple and is known for the two floors of the building to be covered in pure gold that is leafed. It overlooks a large pond and was the retirement home of the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. It has been burnt down and destroyed and was officially rebuilt in 1955. The first demise of the structure was during the Onin war and one in 1950 during a monk being set on fire as an act of fanaticism.
Kinkakuji was built to echo the extravagant Kitayama culture that developed in the wealthy aristocratic circles of Kyoto during Yoshimitsu’s times. Each floor represents a different style of architecture.
Both floors are styled differently. The first is in Shinden style. This was done for the period of Hein within palaces. It is made from wooden pillars and is adorned with various statues of Buddha and Yoshimitsu. It is not possible to enter the pavilion but if you zoom into the windows you will be able to see the statues from standing across the river.
The second floor was used to house Samurais. it was build and designed in Bukke style and is covered in gold leaf. Within the interiors there is a Kannon Bhodhisattva that is surrounded by four statues known to be the Heavenly Kings. These have not been revealed to the public. The upmost and third floor is a Chinese Zen Hall and features a golden phoenix.
Here are some Youtube Travel Vlog videos visiting these two sites
Day 9- Gion Geisha District
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Welcome to day 9 of your trip! You only have 5 days left, I hope you rested up well and are ready to make the rest of your trip. Now get ready to get slammed with a lot more historical activities that you don’t want to miss out. Today you will remain close to your hostel and within the central area of Gion.
Today spend the morning wandering the small alleys and streets to take some amazing shots or partake in a fun cultural activities! There are heaps to choose from.
1. A cooking class maybe? Ever wanted to know how not only make some traditional Japanese food but also eat it JWC has 8 recommended cooking classes. To me the Ramen class looks amazing or the Sushi and Matcha cooking class looks amazing.
2. Or maybe book a private Calligraphy class in Japanese writing. Book a private class with Calligraphy Kyoto. This one is located in the Central area of Kyoto which makes it super convenient
3. I also think participating in a traditional tea ceremony could be an excellent experience. Travel-Kyoto-Maiko.com recommends 5 top places to go and enjoy a tea ceremony. This can deepen your knowledge and travel to Japan in a significant way, however there are many that only have Japanese speakers, According to the website the increase demand of Japanese Tea ceremonies due to foreigner demand has curated a select of 5 places that cater to english speaking needs during the ceremony.
CAMELLIA Tea Ceremony in the traditional district of Kyoto, looks like a great option with me. Surrounded by a temple with 45 minutes a class is a great experience to have.
Head to Gion Next to experience some Geisha culture in the evening
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Vancouver and journal article and Journal article Perelman, E., 2015. The Appropriated Geisha: Using Their Role to Discuss Japanese History, Cultural Appropriation, and Orientalism.
Once you’ve participated in one of the above activities it is time to explore one of the most iconic places- Gion, known as the Geisha District. Geisha’s are symbolic icon that represent tradition. They are a true site to see and though spread out through Japan,
What are Geisha? Geisha can be defined as a “person of art”. These are women that extremely trained in specific skills in order to provide entertainment. They provide these skills at exclusive tea parties, special events or important dinners. They are sometimes seen as prostitutes or sex workers but are NOT. They are women who have undergone strict education and training to ear their spot to be part of traditional Japanese entertainers.
They are to be the epitome of perfection in order to fulfil a fantasy of pure perfection. They are paid extremely high fees and are very exclusive and a true luxury and rare. From the stunning images below you will be able to see why. The intricate care used to dress themselves, apply makeup, hair, clips and Kimonos takes hours. Not to mention the years they dedicate to learn hostess duties, singing, dancing and music.
How to become a geisha? Geishas must apply to become a geisha through an Okiya where she will undergo 6 years of vigorous training. The women within the Okiya are considered part of the Geishas family. It is managed by the Okasan or Okami which translates to mother. She manages the career of the Geisha, runs the house and training of each girl. A certain percentage of a Geisha’s wage goes towards the house for any upkeep, taking care of the maids
Difference between a geiko and maiko? There is approximatley 200 located within the Kyoto region. Girls still undergoing training to become a geisha is called a Maiko, whilst a trained Geisha is a Geiko. It is evident from the images below the difference of how they present themselves.
Where to see a geisha and when? There are a few key locations to go within Gion to see a Geisha. You should go around 5pm, dusk or evening time to get a glimpse as they are walking to their locations to undergo training or to entertain themselves. The most popular places are Hanami-koji-dori in Gion and Shijo-dori end of Pontocho. It’s best to go on the weekends or holidays as they are in higher demand. It’s a great time to go and take photos
Appropriate ettiquette? They don’t generally like to be approached, asked to pose or spoken to by tourists. It’s best to discretely take a photo. There are also many fake Geishas to fool tourists so be careful.
Want to meet a Geisha? Booking and meeting a Geisha is not only extremely costly, needs to planned ahead of time, but requires contacts. One can expect to pay hundreds of dollars for a private event for a few hours which I don’t recommend. Instead you can opt to do a group booking- here is a good reccomended site Kyoto Cuisine and Maiko Evening
Dress like a Geisha? Something more affordable and great way to get in touch with the Geisha culture is to make a booking to be dressed in the traditional clothing, hair and makeup for a few hours and roam the streets. You could go to MAICA to do so.
10- Downtown Kyoto and Higashiyama District
Welcome to day 10 of your trip! This is the last day of your trip and it’s time to spend the day in downtown Tokyo and the Higashiyama District. Since the hostel your’e staying in is already inside central Kyoto it isn’t so difficult. Its easy to wake up and go site seeing as well as spending your evening here. Here are a list of some some things and areas you can visit throughout the day
Nishiki Market Shopping District
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According to Kyoto Travel At 9am-5pm the Nishiki Market Shopping district is open. It’s a narrow marketing covering 5 blocks. You can get a lot of souvenirs, momentums or do some shopping. You can also try inexpensive street food and buy Japanese delicacies and foods here. Perhaps you can purchase a post card and write a letter home? Alot of stalls here give out samples of foods to try here and are owned by families that have owned a stall for years. It’s free to enter, making it a perfect budget friendly thing to do.
Higashiyama District
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This is an old, historical and traditional are of Kyoto. it is located between Kiyomizudera and Maruyama Park and depicts images of old Kyoto. It has streets of wooden houses and architecture with teahouses, restaurants and cafes located everywhere. It is an ideal place to get some photos in and absorb some culture. The name of the district refers to Kyoto’s Eastern Mountains and is surrounded by Kiyomizudera Temple and Maruyama Park. It doesn’t have commercialised buildings, wires and phone lines keeping its picturesque views.
There are tons of other attractions to visit in this area of town and here I have listed some blogs and guides with some cheap alternatives. The Nijo Castle looks interesting to me
- https://www.travelcaffeine.com/1-day-central-kyoto-itinerary/
- https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/4-days-in-kyoto-itinerary-first-time/
- https://blog.japanwondertravel.com/what-to-do-in-kyoto-at-night-local-nightlife-spots-11796
Night Life in Central Kyoto
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Now i’m sure you have seen a-lot of historical sites. But maybe it’s time to wind down with some entertainment. There is plenty to do and offer in the after hours of Kyoto. Of course you can go for a walk to the Kamo riverside or head to the Geisha District of Gion for a night stroll, but what about something a little fun and adventurous?
Bar Hopping Tour
Perhaps try a private bar tour and see what local Kyoto people drink and eat around the town. There are so many hidden in the wall bars around that are not touristy and are absolutely delicious. There are many agencies that you can book to get a tour but i’ve listed some below for you
- https://www.magical-trip.com/product/cd7ede5a-72cb-4204-858a-52be444dc1ff at $90 AUD inclusive of everything
- A list of local hidden bars if you want to go on a self-guided tour perhaps https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/pub-crawl-kyoto-at-night/
- Or checkout Kyoto Tours https://www.handsontours.com/tour/bar-hopping/ at $100
Food Tour
Maybe instead of a drink you want to see local food and cuisine. You can go in a group tour like the one above and enjoy different traditional foods and how to eat them Below is a list of a few tours you can book. But beware this can amount to become quite costly
- Kyoto Night Foodie Tour by Magic Trip
- Kyoto night life tour by WOW! Japan Experience
- Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour by Arigato Japan
Night Club or Bar
Okay Kyoto also has some really awesome night clubs if you enjoy dancing and some drinks like my self. I know there are plenty to choose from according to blog Japan world travel but I think the following two look good. You’ll be in a dark room with lots of bright electric lights with loud Japanese Pop music. You can check the website to see the entry fee for the night and what themed music it would be.
World Kyoto http://world-kyoto.com/
or Kitsune Kyoto https://kitsune-kyoto.com/
Sample Intenerary – Day 6-10
Please Keep in mind the below is an estimate based on Feb 2020 prices for April 1st-15th 2020 and are subject to change. Please check websites for updated prices. This is for Australian AUD. This is the cost price for the Cherry Blossom Season.
- The total for day 1-5-10= $2502.66 .
- The total for day 6-10= $937
- So far in the budget Total= $3439.66
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