In this guide to Kyoto, as well as guiding you through Kyoto's mustsee sites, I cover everything you need to know for a first trip to Japan: how long to stay, what means of transport, where to stay and the best time to come.

If you're planning to visit Tokyo too, I've also put together a guide with a 5day itinerary.
Tokyo in 5 days (Guide 2023) | The perfect itinerary for a first trip to Japan:    • Tokyo en 5 jours (Guide 2024) | L'iti...  

And before you leave for Japan, my advice on how to avoid unpleasant surprises.
5 things I wish I'd known BEFORE coming to Japan:    • 5 choses que j'aurais aimé savoir AVA...  

Chapters :
00:00 | Introduction
00:40 | The best time to come to Kyoto
01:33 | How many days to visit Kyoto
01:53 | Transportation
02:43 | Overview of Kyoto
03:45 | Where to stay in Kyoto
04:24 | Gion
05:54 | Nishiki Market
07:50 | Kyoto Temples
09:22 | Pontocho
11:09 | Arashiyama
13:39 | Kinkakuji: The Golden Pavilion
14:25 | Kurama Kibune Hike
15:00 | Fushimi Inari
16:26 | Tokyo

Transportation :
Welcome Suica Card: https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/fr/wel...
Kansai Thru Pass: https://www.surutto.com/tickets/kansa...

Coffee and Restaurants:
Maccha House Café: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJHi3424Re1oY...
Teppanyaki Lien: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LoDgf6L2hapKo...
Kyoto Yakiniku Hiro : https://maps.app.goo.gl/LoDgf6L2hapKo...
Ramen Sen no Kaze : https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZPokWpJoLdLxA...

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