Kiyomizu-dera
Higashiyama
Hillside temple with a vast wooden stage over the trees, offering sweeping views of Kyoto, magical in autumn.
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Gion
Gion
Kyoto's most famous geisha quarter, with wooden teahouses, the Hanamikoji lane, and the chance to glimpse a geiko.
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Preserved stone-stepped lanes lined with traditional shops and cafes on the approach to Kiyomizu-dera.
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Vibrant shrine between Gion and Maruyama Park, host of the famous Gion Matsuri and lovely when lantern-lit.
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