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Attraction in Kyoto - Guide to Kyoto Attraction

A guide to Kyoto tourist attractions - what to see and what to do in Kyoto, including temples, shrines, shopping, and more.
Kyoto Photo Tour - Kyoto Attractions
Kyoto photo tour - kyoto tour - includes kyoto tower and shrines in kyoto.
Kawadoko Dining
Describes the tradition of Kawadoko dining in Kyoto and places to visit.
Cherry Blossoms in Kyoto
Cherry blossom spots and cherry blossom festivals in Kyoto.
Nijo Castle - Nijojo
Nijojo - Nijo castle in Kyoto - attractions in Kyoto
Kyoto Fall Foliage Viewing Spots
Lists Japanese fall foliage viewing spots in Kyoto.
Gozan Okuribi
Information on Gozan Okuribi Bonfire Festival in Kyoto.
Arashiyama Park, Kyoto
Kyoto Arashiyama - attractions in Kyoto
Kyoto Gosho (Kyoto Imperial Palace)
Information about Kyoto Imperial Palace.
A Tea-Centric Tour of Kyoto
A Japanese tea tour in Kyoto - Kyoto tours
A Day in Kyoto
Gives you a traveler's story of Kyoto, Japan's old capital city. From your About Guide.
Kyoto Tower
131 meter-high observatory tower. It is located in the opposite of JR Kyoto Station building.
Kyoto Prefecture Homepage
Learn about Kyoto in detail.
Ikebana Museum
It is in the third floor of Ikenobo Building. The museum provides historical information on Ikebana (Flower arrangement).
Gion Corner
Traditional Japanese entertainment designed for the tourists. Kyo-mai (dance) by geisha & maiko, Kyogen farces, Bunraku puppet performances, and Gagaku (court music and dance).
Tourism of Kyoto
Collect lots of sightseeing information about Kyoto.
Kiyomizuyaki-danchi Shops and Museum
There are near 2,000 items of Kiyomizuyaki ware (ceramics) are displayed for sale.
Kongo Noh Stage
Traditional Noh performance. Admission free.
Arashiyama Park
It is crossed by the Togetsu-kyo Bridge. This is one of the most famous sites in Kyoto.
Kyoto Craftsman House
A traditional kimono factory. Learn about Nishijin-ori.
Maruyama Park Outdoor Music Stage
Various cultural events are held here. An open-air facility.
Fushimi-Momoyama Castle
This castle consists of 5 stories and 3 stories yagura. There is a Momoyama-period folding screen.
Kyoto National Museum
Information about their events and collections.
Minmi-za, Kabuki Theater
One of Japanese national important cultural properties.
Kyoto City Rakusai Bamboo Garden
There are over 110 different types of bamboo planted. It is one of the world's a few bamboo botanical gardens.
Itsukushima Jinja (Shrine)
Located by the pond near the Manomachi-guchi entrance to Kyoto Imperial Palace. This temple with anunique stone gate is called Ike-no-Bentensan.
The Museum of Kyoto (Kyoto Bunka Hakubutsukan)
History of Kyoto section, the Fine Arts and Crafts Gallery, and the Movie Gallery.
Toei Uzumasa Cinema Village
Pictures of the open-air and indoor sets in the Cinema Village.
Kyoto Guide
Descriptions of Kyoto in general.
Kyoto Municipal Zoo
There are over 200 species and 700 animals. It is also famous for cherry trees in spring.
Kyoto Nishi Food Market
There are over 130 shops. It is between Teramachi St. and Takakura St.
Maruyama Park
This is the oldest public park in Kyoto located in the east of Yasaka-jinja Shrine.
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