Japan 2023 – Kyoto
KYOTO, JAPAN Anyone planning to visit Japan is likely familiar with Kyoto . For over a thousand years, the city renowned for its temples and shrines was Japan's capital. Today, this must-see destination is highly sought-after during Spring when the Cherry Blossom (Sakura) are in bloom and Autumn when the entire region is covered in a variety of fall colours. Located in the heart of Japan's main island, Honshu, Kyoto is reachable via flights to Osaka or Tokyo followed by a shinkansen (bullet train) to Kyoto Station. Within Kyoto, getting around is convenient, either by the local transportation network, taxi or on foot. We visited over the Culture Day long weekend in November. From Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station, the shinkansen took a little over two hours, with both stations and the train being exhaustingly crowded. Once in Kyoto, your next decision is knowing where to stay. Kyoto is divided into districts , each with its own personality and proximity...