Kyoto

Pokemon Room - Bed

Pokemon Room by Mimaru

Make your stay in Japan extra special by staying in the Pokemon Room, a new Pokemon-themed suite at the Mimaru Hotel in Tokyo and Kyoto.

Jonangu Shrine

Jonangu Shrine and Rakusuien Garden

Jonangu Shrine is a relic of the Heian aristocratic era. It sits in southern Kyoto and is often praised for its beautiful expansive gardens.

Kenninji

Kenninji Temple

Kenninji is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, founded in 1202 by Yousai, the guy who brought Zen and the concept of drinking tea to Japan.

Chishakuin entrance

Chishakuin Temple

Chishakuin is the headquarters of the Chisan School of Shingon Buddhism. It’s a large, peaceful temple, great after visiting the Sanjusangendo Temple.

Sanjusangendo bodhisattvas

Sanjusangendo Temple

Kyoto’s Sanjusangendo Temple houses a thousand almost life-sized Kannon bodhisattvas in a single massive hall. A unique sight to behold.

Heian Shrine

Heian Shrine

Heian Shrine is a colorful, spacious complex that instills awe in the average traveler. It worships Kyoto’s first and last emperors.

Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace

Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace

Enjoy the beautiful royal gardens of Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace on their official guided tour.

Okazaki Shrine rabbits

Okazaki Shrine

Come visit the stone rabbits of Okazaki Shrine, praying for safe childbirth, finding love, and keeping away misfortune. Cute little stop for rabbit fans.