8 days in Kyoto Itinerary

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

Do your shopping at Dotonbori and Kyoto Station Building. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Gion and Nara Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Kyoto: Ishitera Tea Plantation (in Wazuka-cho) and Nara (Kasuga Grand Shrine, Rokuen, & more). There's much more to do: explore the historical opulence of Nijo Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ginkaku-ji Temple, contemplate the long history of Sanjusangendo Temple, and don't miss a visit to Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

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If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major airports are Osaka International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Chubu Centrair International Airport. March in Kyoto sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to travel back home.