Guidebook for Sakyō-ku, Kyōto-shi
Sightseeing
Amazing garden, gorgeous setting, fun poking around in the shops, and relaxing walking to other sites nearby
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Higashiyama Jisho-ji
GinkakujichōAmazing garden, gorgeous setting, fun poking around in the shops, and relaxing walking to other sites nearby
Ancient and active Shinto shrine in the heart of the city, just above the confluence of the two rivers. Shady forested grounds stay cool in summer--a great place to have a refreshing shaved ice. Several festivals around the year too.
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Shimogamo Jinja
下鴨泉川町-59 左京区Ancient and active Shinto shrine in the heart of the city, just above the confluence of the two rivers. Shady forested grounds stay cool in summer--a great place to have a refreshing shaved ice. Several festivals around the year too.
Amazing Zen gardens....a greater collection, and higher quality, than can be found anywhere on Earth!
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Daitoku-ji
53 Murasakino DaitokujichōAmazing Zen gardens....a greater collection, and higher quality, than can be found anywhere on Earth!
Food Scene
Tasty Kyoto dishes prepared in a stylish and friendly place. Specializations are chicken in general, with lots of seasonal dishes. English menu too.
One special dish: Nasu Dengatsu: eggplant roasted and then sautéed and topped with a house-special miso paste.
Yamaga
7-3 Shimogamo NishimotochōTasty Kyoto dishes prepared in a stylish and friendly place. Specializations are chicken in general, with lots of seasonal dishes. English menu too.
One special dish: Nasu Dengatsu: eggplant roasted and then sautéed and topped with a house-special miso paste.
44-1 Shimogamo Umenokichō
Grander, a great bakery, just around the corner, open everyday 7 to 7.