TOP 10 Things to do in KYOTO, Japan
TOP 10 Things to do in KYOTO, Japan
Notable moments
- 00:54 Traditional Tea Ceremony Experience
A host dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono carefully prepares green matcha tea using a bamboo whisk on tatami mat flooring. Guests are shown enjoying wagashi, traditional Japanese sweet confections, served alongside the steaming matcha tea.
Gion, Kyoto, Japan - 01:52 Kyoto Imperial Palace and Gardens
The former residence of the Japanese Imperial Family features expansive gravel courtyards and wooden structures with traditional tiled roofs. Visitors stroll through the surrounding Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, which showcases serene stone bridges over ponds and meticulously manicured pine trees.
Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto, Japan - 03:04 Observation Deck Views from Kyoto Tower
Visitors take an elevator up to the 131-meter tall observation tower to take in 360-degree panoramic views of Kyoto's skyline and distant mountains. The clip also shows surrounding urban landmarks and vibrant evening sunset colors over the city.
Kyoto Tower, Kyoto, Japan - 03:45 Food Tasting at Nishiki Market
Stalls line the narrow covered arcade displaying freshly grilled seafood skewers, pickled vegetables, and sweet mochi desserts. Vendors actively prepare hot street food right in front of eager tourists exploring Kyoto's historic culinary hub.
Nishiki Market, Kyoto, Japan - 05:09 Strolling Through Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Towering green bamboo stalks arch high over a paved walking trail flanked by rustic woven bamboo fences. Sunlight filters softly through the dense foliage as visitors walk along the tranquil path in western Kyoto.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto, Japan - 06:25 Visiting Iwatayama Monkey Park
After hiking up a wooded trail on Mount Arashiyama, visitors reach an open hilltop populated by wild Japanese macaque monkeys. An enclosed hut allows guests to hand-feed the monkeys through wire mesh while enjoying panoramic vistas of Kyoto below.
Iwatayama Monkey Park, Kyoto, Japan - 07:20 Shopping at Teramachi Arcade
Pedestrians walk down a vibrant covered shopping arcade lined with both traditional souvenir shops and modern retail stores. The bustling street connects seamlessly with neighboring Shinkyogoku Arcade and nearby department stores.
Teramachi Street, Kyoto, Japan - 07:44 Exploring Historic Nijo Castle
This 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage site displays massive stone walls, water-filled moats, and ornate golden gate decorations. The surrounding landscape features landscaped Japanese gardens and gravel paths leading toward the historical Ninomaru Palace.
Nijo Castle, Kyoto, Japan - 09:37 Ninja Shuriken Throwing and Samurai Armor
A visitor practices throwing star-shaped metal ninja shuriken at wall targets under instructor guidance. Afterward, guests suit up in traditional samurai armor and posed helmets for photos against authentic Japanese backdrop displays.
Kyoto Samurai and Ninja Museum, Kyoto, Japan - 10:02 Hiking Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari
Visitors pass beneath thousands of vibrant orange vermilion torii gates that line the wooded hiking trails up Mount Inari. Fox statues holding sacred keys or scrolls guard the entrance to the historic Shinto shrine complex.
Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan - 11:18 Feeding Wild Deer in Nara Park
As a day trip option near Kyoto, visitors interact with free-roaming sika deer across the open grassy park grounds. Tourists hand-feed special deer crackers directly to the polite animals in front of ancient temple structures.
Nara Park, Nara, Japan
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