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8:45
Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi station
Approx. 15-minute walk
9:00
YUME KYOTO GION STORE
YUME KYOTO GION STORE
A kimono rental store right next to Yasaka Shrine. It’s conveniently located for sightseeing, with places like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kodai-ji Temple just within reach!
*Currently closed
9:55
YUME KYOTO GION STORE
Approx. 5-minute walk
10:00
Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine
An iconic spot in Higashiyama at the eastern end of Shijo Street, a main street that stretches from Kyoto’s east to west.
SPOT INFO10:30
Yasaka Shrine
Approx. 10-minute walk
10:40
ARABICA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
ARABICA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
The first branch of a popular Japanese chain. Enjoy some truly delicious coffee in a prime location in Kyoto!
10:59
ARABICA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
Approx. 1-minute walk
11:00
Yasaka Koshindo Temple
Yasaka Koshindo Temple
A temple that’s gathering a lot of attention, especially online, for its photogenic “kukurizaru.” These round and colorful ball-shaped talismans go beautifully with kimono!
SPOT INFO11:37
Yasaka Koshindo Temple
Approx. 3-minute walk
11:40
EBISUYA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
EBISUYA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
The Higashiyama location of a 20-year-old sightseeing rickshaw business. Admire the traditional townhouses and cobblestone paths of Kyoto on a pulled rickshaw!
SPOT INFO11:45
EBISUYA KYOTO HIGASHIYAMA
Approx. 15-minute walk
12:00
Akoya jaya
Akoya jaya
Offers an “ochazuke” tea rice buffet where you can also enjoy a wide variety of Japanese pickled foods!
13:20
Akoya jaya
Approx. 10-minute walk
13:30
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
An iconic sightseeing spot in Kyoto. You absolutely have to view the splendor of the temple’s deck, which was made without using any nails.
SPOT INFO14:35
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Approx. 10-minute walk
14:45
MACCHA HOUSE KYOTO KIYOMIZU SANNENZAKA
MACCHA HOUSE KYOTO KIYOMIZU SANNENZAKA
A popular spot where you can savor sweets made with matcha from long-established Kyoto matcha maker, Morihan.
15:55
MACCHA HOUSE KYOTO KIYOMIZU SANNENZAKA
Approx. 5-minute walk
16:00
TEN TEN TEN / SHOWEN KODAIJI
TEN TEN TEN / SHOWEN KODAIJI
A variety store that sells all sorts of “kumihimo” crafts, which is a traditional Kyoto art. It’s a great place to visit if you’re looking for a souvenir!
16:27
TEN TEN TEN / SHOWEN KODAIJI
Approx. 3-minute walk
16:30
Kodai-ji Temple
Kodai-ji Temple
You have to visit this spot if you’re exploring the Higashiyama area! The seasonal scenery it offers will mesmerize you.
SPOT INFO17:35
Kodai-ji Temple
Approx. 10-minute walk
17:45
YUME KYOTO GION STORE
Approx. 15-minute walk
18:30
Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi station
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