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Hidden Gems of Kyoto: Exclusive Tourist Spots Revealed by Locals
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Local gourmet spots near JR stations between Kyoto, Nara and Iga
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Unique vegan and organic restaurants beyond Kyoto City
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5 Workshops in Uji City to Experience the Joy of Authentic Uji Tea
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Experience ultimate relaxation at these nine tranquil Kyoto onsen
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Secret Sakura: Eight lesser-known spots for viewing cherry blossoms in Kyoto
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Hidden Foodie Delights – 8 Kyoto Cafes & Restaurants Off the Beaten Path
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8 Spectacular and Secluded Spots to see Autumn Leaves in Kyoto
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Minami Yamashiro Old Temple Pilgrimage tour
We hold ‘Minami-Yamashiro Old Temple Tour’ jointly with this Special Exhibition Celebrating the Completion of Repairs to Jōruriji’s National Treasure Amida Statues Numinous Minamiyamashiro ~Treasures from the Mountains between Nara and Kyoto~ in Nara National Museum.
In this tour, we travel around old temples in Minami-Yamashiro area.
How about experiencing the history and the culture in Minami-Yamashiro area which links Kyoto and Nara?
In old temples, we can also see the special exhibition.
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The Terroir of Kyoto on a Plate: Seven Great Local Eateries
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Asahi-ya Makerel Sushi
This friendly, old-fashioned Japanese restaurant specializes in traditional saba-sushi (mackerel sushi), and can be foudn just in front of Iwashimizu-hachimangu Station on the Keihan Line. Located at the foot of Ishimizu Hachimangu, a National Treasure, Asahi-ya has been in business for over 100 years.
The restaurant serves its specialty, mackerel bouzushi (""stick"" sushi) using carefully selected top-quality mackerel from northeastern Japan, rice and vegetables from Yawata, and other fresh seafood ingredients. Take-out is also available.
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Iwashimizu-hachimangu-sando Cable
This cable car, laid out to lead visitors to Iwashmizu-hachimangu Shrine, connects Iwashimizu-hachimangu Station to the Iwashimizu-hachimangu-sanjo Station in a 3-minute ride one-way.
From the windows of the train, you can see the Kizu and Uji Rivers, as well as the Katsura River and the Kyoto Racecourse, and more scenery from the southern part of Kyoto.
In autumn, you can enjoy views of the autumn foliage.