3-Day Kyoto Itinerary

Above, The Stage of Kiyomizu-dera. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

To get more out of a visit to Japan, it is recommended to take a trip out of Tokyo and head to Kyoto.

The pace in Kyoto is much more relaxed and the history in the city and visiting the shrines and temples will keep any visitor fully occupied.

Jessica Wright of Bon Traveler has an article on the "Ultimate 3-Day Kyoto Itinerary" posted at The Blonde Abroad.

She begins with:

It’s Jessica of Bon Traveler here and I’m excited to share a three-day itinerary to Kyoto. When it comes to Japan, there is no destination quite like Kyoto. Having been three times, I find myself falling more in love with each visit. 

Something about its historical past, the preservation of arts, and natural beauty set it apart from other cities. Though it is an expansive city, it’s quite different from Tokyo and Osaka, two others frequently visited in Japan. 

The slower pace in Kyoto gives you a chance to immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture. 

Nearby, natural landscapes like Arashiyama are opportunities to get outdoors. And of course, you can’t forget the temples, 1,600 of them to be exact. It’s the ultimate place to visit on any trip to Japan.

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