Scenic spot · Kyoto-shi
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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
Hotel · Kyoto-shi
Upscale hotel with polished rooms, bars, sleek restaurant, and great location.
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Yakitori restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Chicken yakitori, chicken soup, oyakodon, and attentive service
Soba noodle shop · Kyoto-shi
Bib Gourmand soba, known for hot 'atsumori-soba'
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Rooftop garden, river views, chic rooms, exceptional service
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Garden · Kyoto-shi
Tranquil Japanese gardens with scenic views, tea house, matcha
Restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Elegant French cuisine with stunning Kyoto city and Yasaka Pagoda views
Shinto shrine · Kyoto-shi
Thousands of vermilion torii gates on a mountainside trail
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Japanese inn · Kyoto-shi
Historic ryokan offering traditional kaiseki meals & impeccable service
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French restaurant · Kyoto-shi
French bistro with traditional dishes, homemade ham, pâté
Kaiseki restaurant · Kyoto-shi
Kaiseki dining with exquisite plating and seasonal dishes