Kyoto is a town where you can enjoy sightseeing, gourmet food, and shopping. Kyoto Station, the gateway to Kyoto, is conveniently located not only for touring Kyoto, but also for visiting Osaka and Nara. Information about Kyoto Station and the surrounding area is collected here. There are also model itineraries suggested by WOW! JAPAN, so please feel free to make use of them!
Sightseeing areas around Kyoto Station
From Fushimi Inari-taishi to Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama and Kiyomizudera, there are lots of highlights.
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5 Sightseeing Spots in Kyoto Popular with Japanese People
Kyoto is popular with foreign tourists, but of course it's also a very popular sightseeing city with Japanese people. Where do Japanese people go when they visit Kyoto? Here are some areas popular with domestic travelers.
2016.03.17
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Recommended Locations for Last Minute Sightseeing Around Kyoto Station
Would you like to fully enjoy your trip until the very last moment? In this article we will introduce locations near Kyoto Station where you can squeeze in some last minute sightseeing.
2016.08.18
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Since you've come all the way to Kyoto, you want to be able to enjoy it fully, but there are places you must see in the short time you have there! If this sounds like you, it's recommended that you use the buses, trains, and subways available in Kyoto for your convenience. You can use the 1-day train ticket on this model course leaving from Kyoto Station so you can see up to 5 different world heritage sites in one day.
2016.09.30
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Sample Sightseeing Route Starting From Kyoto Station, Vol. 2
There are four shrines and temples in the area south of Kyoto Station (called Rakunan) that are designated as World Cultural Sites. Here is a sample sightseeing course that you can take if you want to see them.
2016.11.24
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Sample Sightseeing Course from Kyoto Station, Vol. 3
Here is a recommended route for touring the temples and waterfalls at Ohara, the mountainous area with a wealth of nature that is located north of the city Kyoto. Check out these five sightseeing spots that will surely fill you with that relaxing feeling of being in the midst of lush greenery enveloped in tranquility.
2016.11.24
Useful tips to know for the area around Kyoto Station
From coin lockers to currency exchange counters etc, there is a wealth of useful information and services for tourists.
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Convenient Establishments and Services Around Kyoto Station
Being unable to find coin lockers or currency exchange places during your trip can be very troublesome. Here are some features in the Kyoto Station area that might come in handy.
2016.08.25
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Top 5 Tips to Fully Enjoy the Kyoto Station Building
The Kyoto Station Building is a vast area that is directly connected to Kyoto Station. It is a spot where you can sightsee, play, eat and shop. Here are five tips for fully enjoying the Kyoto Station Building.
2016.10.06
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Convenient for sightseeing! Guide to Taking Buses from Kyoto Station
It's extremely convenient to take buses from Kyoto Station to your sightseeing destination. However, there are many bus lines, so it might be a little confusing for first-timers. Here is a guide to taking the bus from Kyoto Station.
2016.11.17
Places to shop around Kyoto Station
Here are some traditional crafts and accessories with a strong sense of Japanese aesthetic, that would make a superb souvenir.
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Top Shopping Spots Connected to Kyoto Station
There are so many shopping spots at the station building and inside the Kyoto Station, the gateway to sightseeing in Kyoto, where people can go shopping in between trips and while in transit. Here are the top shopping spots directly connected to Kyoto Station that are recommended for people who feel like they do not have enough time for shopping because they spent too much time on sightseeing.
2016.08.25
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5 Recommended Japanese-Style Souvenirs from Kyoto Station
There are people who have too much fun sightseeing and find themselves without time to shop for souvenirs in the end. Well, these people will then find Kyoto Station as a very convenient place for shopping! Here are five recommended souvenirs that embody the so-called Japanese style.
2016.10.13
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5 Recommended Souvenirs to Buy Around Kyoto Station
For those of you who missed buying souvenirs while you were sightseeing, never fear. There are plenty of souvenir shops around Kyoto Station. Here are some places to buy great last-minute souvenirs.
2016.03.17
Recommended hotels around Kyoto Station
It's not just good for Kyoto station. We also recommend it for easy access to Nara and Osaka.
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4 Recommended Hotels Around Kyoto Station
When you want to explore not just within the city of Kyoto but further out in the area, it's good to have a hotel near the station. Here are 4 to consider.
2016.08.25
Recommended restaurants around Kyoto Station
While it's a traditional city, owing to the many students there are many cheap and delicious restaurants serving ramen and other dishes.
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Top 7 Recommended Restaurant in Kyoto Station
There are a lot of recommended restaurants at the Kyoto Station that is the arrival and departure point of many of the visitors who come to Kyoto. This time, we will introduce 7 of those restaurants.
2016.02.01
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Top 5 Fancy Cafes for Exquisite Sweets Around Kyoto Station
Here are five recommended cafes with fancy interiors near Kyoto Station where you can eat exquisite sweets and desserts.
2016.10.06
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5 Recommended Ramen Restaurants in Kyoto
Kyoto is a very competitive area for the ramen industry. Here are 5 selected restaurants that offer delicious ramen with unique special soups.
2016.09.30
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5 Recommended Curry Restaurants Around Kyoto Station
Kyoto has plenty of curry restaurants, from genuine Indian curry to Japanese-style curry. Here are 5 restaurants that you should definitely try when you're craving excellent curry.
2016.09.30
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5 Recommended Udon Shops Around Kyoto Station
Udon (a type of noodle made from wheat flour) is one of Japan’s most beloved foods. There have been a lot of udon shops in Kyoto since ancient times. Here are five of those shops, from long-established shops to newer ones.
2016.09.30
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Top 5 Tempura Shops Near Kyoto Station
Out of all dishes in Japanese cuisine, tempura (deep-fried seafood and vegetables in light batter) boasts of being one of the most popular, especially among tourists. Here are five shops near Kyoto Station where you can eat some delicious tempura.
2016.08.25
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A Must-See For Ramen Lovers! The Charms of Ramen Koji
Ramen Koji is the name of a restaurant area on the 10th floor of the Kyoto Station Building. This is a place where all the famous ramen shops of Japan are gathered, and so is heaven for ramen fans. Here are some recommendations among all of the many wonderful options.
2016.08.25
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5 Recommended Lunch Spots Around Kyoto Station
The area around Kyoto Station, an area that's always lively with tourists, has plenty of delicious restaurants offering lunch. Here are 5 recommended places to try.
2016.08.18
