Sightseeing
Kinkakuji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
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1389 locals recommend
Kinkaku-ji
KinkakujichōKinkakuji is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.
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(Admission fee: 350-400 yen separately for sub-temples.)
One of the best places in Japan to see a wide variety of Zen gardens.
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129 locals recommend
Daitoku-ji
53 Murasakino Daitokujichō(Admission fee: 350-400 yen separately for sub-temples.)
One of the best places in Japan to see a wide variety of Zen gardens.
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(Admission fee: 500 yen)
Ryoanji Temple is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day.
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423 locals recommend
Ryōan-ji
Ryōanji Goryōnoshitachō(Admission fee: 500 yen)
Ryoanji Temple is the site of Japan's most famous rock garden, which attracts hundreds of visitors every day.
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(Admission free. Goten: 500 yen.)
Goten, the former residence of the head priest is built in the style of an imperial palace. Cherries bloom around mid-April.
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255 locals recommend
Ninna-ji
Omuroōuchi(Admission free. Goten: 500 yen.)
Goten, the former residence of the head priest is built in the style of an imperial palace. Cherries bloom around mid-April.
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Flea market on the 25th of every month. On February 25th a special tea ceremony is held at the plum grove where you can see geiko and maiko. Spot for Maple and plum sightseeing.
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493 locals recommend
Kitano Tenmangū Shrine
Bakurocho Kamigyo WardFlea market on the 25th of every month. On February 25th a special tea ceremony is held at the plum grove where you can see geiko and maiko. Spot for Maple and plum sightseeing.
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One of Kyoto's most famous hanami spots, Hirano Shrine is also known for the many varieties of cherry trees found on its grounds. In the evenings, the trees are lit up.
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81 locals recommend
Hirano-jinja Shrine
平野宮本町-1 北区One of Kyoto's most famous hanami spots, Hirano Shrine is also known for the many varieties of cherry trees found on its grounds. In the evenings, the trees are lit up.
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Everything Else
(Adult: 900 yen)
A large bath uses molten rock of Mount Fuji. Located in the Shimabara District, a entertainment quarter where geisha performed for the rich and powerful during the Edo period.
19 locals recommend
誠の湯
81-6 Nishishinyashiki Tayūchō(Adult: 900 yen)
A large bath uses molten rock of Mount Fuji. Located in the Shimabara District, a entertainment quarter where geisha performed for the rich and powerful during the Edo period.
A well preserved tea house from the Edo period. Currently still in operation. Tayū, a title only granted to the highest ranked geisha, is trained here. Reference from old customers is needed to enter.
14 locals recommend
Wachigai-ya
114 Nishishinyashiki NakanochōA well preserved tea house from the Edo period. Currently still in operation. Tayū, a title only granted to the highest ranked geisha, is trained here. Reference from old customers is needed to enter.
(Adult fee: 430 yen)
Funaoka Onsen is the best sento bar none. It’s got enough tubs and things to see that you can easily make it into an evening’s activity.
Source: insidekyoto
208 locals recommend
Funaoka Onsen
82-1 Murasakino Minamifunaokachō(Adult fee: 430 yen)
Funaoka Onsen is the best sento bar none. It’s got enough tubs and things to see that you can easily make it into an evening’s activity.
Source: insidekyoto
Akua Coin Laundry
9-6 Murasakino ShimomonzenchōCoin laundry if you need to wash your cloths.
Food Scene
The traditional bath house building was built about 80 years ago. In 2000, Sarasa Nishijin Café opened here and has been famous since for the unique atmosphere it offers.
68 locals recommend
Sarasa Nishijin
11-1 Murasakino HigashifujinomorichōThe traditional bath house building was built about 80 years ago. In 2000, Sarasa Nishijin Café opened here and has been famous since for the unique atmosphere it offers.
Shopping
Lawson Senbon-Kitaoji
20-1 Murasakino HananobōchōNearest convenience store.
ローソンストア100 千本北大路
Small grocery/convenience store.
Izumiya Senbon Kitaoji
12-2 Murasakino ShimowakakusachōNearest supermarket. Hours: 9 AM to 24:00.