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"The Okochi Sanso Garden (and home) belonged to the actor Denjirō Ōkōchi; it’s not free (1,000 JPY) but is really nice and offers wonderful views—worth combining with an early visit to the Arashiyama area." - Matthew Kepnes
Former actor's home with landscaped gardens, Kyoto views, tea
8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan Get directions
Kaiseki restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Multi-generational family serving subtle, unique Kyoto cuisine
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Lodging · Kyoto-shi
Ryokan-style guesthouse with communal kitchen, cafe, lounge
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Building · Kyoto-shi
Vegetable-focused izakaya; seasonal Kyoto veggies, veggie cocktails
Hotel · Kyoto-shi
Spacious rooms, organic vegetarian breakfast, ideal Kyoto location
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Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi
Zen temple garden with pond, mountains, and bamboo forest
Ramen restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Michelin-starred ramen with Kyoto duck, duck bone dashi, and Kujo green onions
Breakfast restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Imaginative fish dishes, 5+ sides, corn butter rice, fresh sashimi
Resort hotel · Kyoto-shi
Serene mountain retreat with spa, thermal pool, artisan workshops
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Famous Zen rock garden, UNESCO site, tranquil surrounding gardens
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Soba noodle shop · Kyoto-shi
Hot soba with buckwheat husk, dark color, unique flavor