Kyoto is the Japan of your dreams, but where can you go for the day when you want to explore outside of the city? Find out here.
You arrive in beautiful Kyoto, one of Japan’s most historic and cultural cities, with 48 hours to see as much as you can. What should you do?
Want to experience Kyoto like a local? Replace the frantic temple run with a slow-paced walking tour and discover the city anew.
Take a walk through the lantern lit alleyways of feudal era Japan with a visit to Higashiyama - one of Kyoto’s best preserved historic districts.
The Philosopher path (哲学の道 - Tetsugaku no michi) is a scenic walkway following a small water canal in the north-east of Kyoto.
Uji is the shining jewel in Kyoto’s green tea crown. Head there for premium brews, ancient stores and delicious matcha foods and drinks.