Capital City aka Kyoto

Hiya, I’m back! Leaving Tokyo was sad even though I knew I was going to go back there in the next few days. However, I could not wait to see more of Japan. Tokyo is a concrete jungle so I was hoping to see something more of traditional culture and Kyoto definitely did not disappoint me.

Kyoto, which used to be Japan’s capital city, is the place to be if you want to go down the spiritual lane of japanese religion. The city is full of temples spread out around the city. The city indeed very touristic, perhaps even more than Tokyo, thanks to which owners of small shops  with foodies and other goodies, all of which located around the sightseeing spots, let tourists try small samples of their products. This fullfill the entire experience as you may often be surprised of what you can find over their.

I have spent 3 full days in Kyoto, which allowed me seeing most of the temples there. Here are my favorite/ definite must-see places.

CENTRAL KYOTO

Nijo Castle

Kyoto Imperial Palace Gardens

NORTHERN KYOTO

Kinkakuji

WESTERN KYOTO

Kokedera (Moss Garden Temple-almost 120 different varieties)

SOUTHERN KYOTO

Fushimi Inari Shrine (about 2hr long spiritual walk through the shrines)

–> You cannot miss the food here 

ESTERN KYOTO

Kiyomizudera

Gion (Geisha’s District)

I hope I have managed to introduce you to the most important spots within Kyoto’s boundaries. Stay tuned to see more of Japan and its beauty!