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Geishas walking down a Kyoto street

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Things to do in Kyoto

Sightseeing

Kinkakuji Temple

Kinkakuji Temple is also known as the ‘Golden Pavilion’, as the pavilion's exterior is covered in a thick layer of gold leaf. It is located close...

Nijo Castle

A short walk to the southwest of the Kyoto Imperial Palace takes you to Nijo Castle, which was built by Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Edo...


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Events

April
01
Miyako Odori (Cherry Blossom Dances)

The geisha and maiko (apprentices) of the Gion Kobu district perform traditional spring dances with live musical accompaniment.

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May
15
Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival)

The festival's main event features a procession of beautifully outfitted ox-carts accompanied by 400 people in Heian-period dress. Leaving the Old...

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