Eastern Kyoto
Kiyomizu temple
Designated as a World Heritage sites in 1994, this temple attracts 5 million people every year. The architectural style of the veranda, part of the main hall, is famous. It is built out over a steep cliff, supported by 48 Japanese zelkova tree pillars without using a single nail. The view of the city center of Kyoto from the veranda is magnificent.
Admission : 300yen
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Sannenzaka/Ninenzaka
Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka are picturesque area lined with craft shops, pottery shops, souvenir shops, tea shops, and restaurants. This is one of the four preserved areas in Kyoto city.
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Gion (Geisha district)
Gion is a place where geiko (geisha) and maiko, apprentice geiko live. They are kimono-clad female entertainers. If you are very lucky, you may run into them in Gion. They usually perform at private parties but there are chances for visitors to watch their performance at theaters. Also, if you wish, we will guide you to a shop where you can change into either geiko or maiko costume.
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Ginkakuji-temple(Silver Pavilion)

Admission :500Yen
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Nanzen Temple
Nanzenji is one of the largest Zen temples in Kyoto.It was originally a detached palace of Emperor Kameyama,and was converted into a Zen Temple in 1291. Why don’t you take meditation in front of the famous dry landscape garden of this temple?
Admission :500Yen
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