Kyoto
Japan
About Kyoto
Ancient capital of Japan, home to over 2,000 temples and shrines, where traditional culture meets modern life.
Best Time to Visit
March-May (cherry blossoms) or September-November (fall foliage)
Language
Japanese (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
Population
1.5 million
Things to Do
- •Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine at dawn to avoid crowds
- •Participate in a traditional tea ceremony
- •Explore the bamboo forests in Arashiyama
- •Walk through the Philosopher's Path
- •Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
- •Experience a ryokan (traditional inn)
Fun Facts
- •Kyoto has over 2,000 temples and shrines, more than any other city in Japan
- •The city was spared from WWII bombings, preserving its historical architecture
- •Kyoto was Japan's capital for over 1,000 years until 1868
- •The city hosts over 1,000 festivals annually
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