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"The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is a compact but stunning stand of towering bamboo near Tenryu-ji; I recommend arriving at sunrise to enjoy it before the crowds arrive." - Matthew Kepnes
Towering bamboo grove with serene walking paths and rickshaw rides
Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan Get directions
Performing arts theater · Kyoto-shi
Traditional Japanese dance shows with Kabuki music & songs
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Hotel · Kyoto-shi
Minimalist rooms, Italian restaurant, tea bar, garden, steps from Kyoto Station
Oldest kabuki theatre in Japan, offering cultural immersion
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Restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Sleek modern dining with terrace, upscale European & Japanese
Home goods store · Kyoto-shi
Handcrafted Japanese goods, workshops, and artisan stories
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Handicraft museum · Kyoto-shi
Kyoto crafts, Nishijin textiles, Kyo ware, artisan demos
Italian restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Italian cuisine, seafood appetizers, meat mains, pasta
Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi
Zen temple complex with serene gardens, tea ceremonies, and bonsai
Bar · Kyoto-shi
Vast whiskey selection, acclaimed cocktails, cozy atmosphere
Traditional ryokan offering tatami rooms, gardens, and fine dining