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Kyoto Mamehachi in Kyoto’s Pontocho restaurant district

Kyoto’s Pontocho restaurant district is a little gem for dining in Kyoto. The alley is located on the West bank of the iconic Kamogawa river, facing the famous geisha district of Gion. Restaurants are found on both sides of the alley Continue reading Kyoto Mamehachi in Kyoto’s Pontocho restaurant district

Potoncho Restaurant District In Kyoto

Japanese Women Looking At Menu

Chef Of Kyoto Mamehachi

Kyoto Mamehachi

Potoncho Restaurant Alley

Kamogawa River By Night In Kyoto

White Japanese Lantern

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Country: Japan
Area : Kinki area
Prefecture : Kyōto-fu
City : Kyōto-shi
District : Shimokorikichō

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Nanzenji temple

Nanzen-ji is a Buddhist temple of Kyoto that was established in 1291 by the emperor Kameyama on the site of his retirement palace. It is particularly known for its massive gate and the aqueduct that was built in the nineteenth century to bring fresh water from lake Biwa. The Nanzen-ji temble grounds includes many sub-temples featuring beautiful gardens.

Aqueduc Of Nanzenji

Under The Aqueduc Of Nanzenji

Inside Nanzenji Temple

Nanzen Ji Temple

Gardens Of Nanzenji

Gate Of Nanzen Ji Temple

Rock Garden At Nanzenji Temple

Vegetation Around Nanzenji

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City : Kyōto-shi
District : Nanzenji Fukuchichō

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Tofukuji Temple

Tofukuji is a large Zen Buddhist temple of Kyoto. It is well known for its forest which displays beautiful colors in fall. The temple also features large covered walkways that protects visitors from the elements.

Roof Of Tofukuji Temple

Covered Footpath Of Tofukuji

Japanese Stone Monument

Tofukuji Temple

Kaisando Hall Of Tofukuji Temple

Temple And Trees

Rock Gardens Of Tofukuji Temple

Footpath Of Tofukuji

Japanese Roof Tiles

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Area : Kinki area
Prefecture : Kyōto-fu
City : Kyōto-shi
District : Honmachi 15-chōme

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Fushimi Inari: the climb

Red gates are the staple of the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Thousands of them are lined on the path to Inariyama, the mountain hosting the upper Shrine of Fushimi Inari. The walk back and forth from the Shrine to the summit takes about 2 to 3 hours. On top, hundreds of small torii gates are piled in different sections of the Shrine as offerings to the god Inari.

Sacred Summit Rock Of Fushimi Inari

Ascent Of Inariyama

Summit Shrine Of Fushimi Inari

Japanese Red Gates Of Fushimi Inari

Painting Torii Gate At Fushimi Inari

Donated Torii Gates Of Fushimi Inari

Miniature Torii Gate

Japanese Fox Statue Inari

Sacred Shinto Rope Shimenawa

Torii Gate Corridor

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Area : Kinki area
Prefecture : Kyōto-fu
City : Kyōto-shi
District : Inariyamakanyūchi

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Fushimi Inari: market and lower shrine

The Fushimi Inari shrine is a Shinto shrine famous for its red torii gates: thousands of them line the path linking the entrance of the shrine to the summit of Inariyama. This makes Fushimi Inari truely unique among the many shrines of Japan.

The Shrine is dedicated to Inari, the god of rice. Most visitors enjoy a walk to the summit of Mount Inari which offers a nice view of Kyoto. The whole hike back and forth takes about 2-3 hours. If time is limited, there is plenty to enjoy at the Shrine’s entrance. Surrounding streets host lots of small stores with food and souvenirs.

Market At Fushimi Inari

Small Torii Gates

Inari Fox Statue

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Street Market At Fushimi Inari Shrine

Architecture Of Fushimi Inari

Rows Of Small Torii Gates At Fushimi Inari

Main Gate Of Fushimi Inari

Blessing Lanterns Of Fushimi Inari

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Area : Kinki area
Prefecture : Kyōto-fu
City : Kyōto-shi
District : Fukakusa Yabunouchichō

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Umekoji train museum

The Umekoji Steam Locomotive museum is located about 20 minutes by foot from the central Kyoto station. The museum is dedicated to Japanese steam locomotives: it features 19 of them, stored in 20-track roundhouse surrounding the turntable. The main entrance to the museum is the old Nijo station that was moved to be part of the museum in 1997. An exhibition train ride occurs three times a day and lasts about 10 minutes.

Entrance Of Umekoji Train Museum

Turntable At Umekoji Museum

Steam Locomotive At Umekoji Train Museum

Yoshitsune Locomotive At Umekoji Museum

Yoshitsune Steam Locomotive

Locomotive Front At Umekoji Train Museum

Roundhouse At Umekoji Steam Locomotive Museum

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City : Kyōto-shi
District : Kankijichō

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Kyoto Station

Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, abounds with historical landmarks but its main train station is far from anything ancient. The station was built in 1997 and is definitely futuristic by its architectural design. The station deserves the Tokaido Shinkansen line and many of the subway lines of Kyoto. A large number of hotels surround the station which is also located next to a large Isetan shopping mall. Don’t forget to visit the Ramen floor where one can choose among 8 Ramen restaurants!