Another tip for Fushimi Inari is that you can climb it at night. It's such a surreal experience and feels so peaceful. The shrine grounds dont close and it's very well lit all the way up.
Been to Kyoto twice. Your video wants me to go back. I have been to each of the places you showed, except the karaoke. Thanks for the wonderful remembrance.
Love that u also included the list in the description.. I don't always have 15 minutes of silent dead time to finish a video, but ur list is perfect. Thanks, thumbs up just for that bud
Great video and excellent channel. We are in Japan on honeymoon and in Kyoto now and have the bikes rented for tomorrow morning. If anyone would like to call me at 5am tomorrow morning with a wake-up call that would be great!
Gareth Leonard yes very nice bro if you are still there then im releasing my samurai music soon ill give you a link check it out when you have a time and share it with your japanese friends and i hope you will enjoy it
That is a great tip to rise and head out early. Not only do you avoid the tourist crowds but you have more time to explore! #winning. A bit of a challenge when I like staying out late all night 😥😂 lol thanks for the great video!
I think you hit it in the middle of a tourist season. Great tip for visiting a foreign country: Travel between tourist seasons. Hotels are cheaper and the streets are more quiet.
While the boys go to a Ninja Dojo class, the girls can book time at a studio and dress up like a Maikosan and go around Gion. Unique experience that you can't miss!
I was in Kyoto 2 years ago and it didn't make an impression on me. This video has changed my perception. I hope I can visit more of Kyoto on my next visit. Great video.
I visited Fushimi Inari last May but we got there late in the afternoon and yes, there were tons of people. I did the typical tourist thing and didn't make it all the way up the hill because of time constraints. It's super gorgeous though! I hope to get back to Japan one day. Great vid!
thanks man, i can see you have the gift to experience and live deeper even when you travel. I can see your tips are more useful and more on point that all those other youtube videos - good job , ill sub.
Lol, glad I already had the opportunity to take great pics early in the day, of the Inari temple and the bamboo forest. If everyone takes your advice, the ability to take great photos will be lost! Kyoto was one of my favourite places in Japan. :)
So many things to do! Kudos to you, waking up at 5AM?! That's just wow. I'll try to follow your tip, I'll be at Fushimi Inari before 7am! BTW. How much is the ninja dojo class?
Though it is usually full of visiting tourists, you may also want to consider Kiyomizu-dera (pure water temple) which is beautiful architecturally. and has scenic views. It's one of my favorites in Kyoto.
Don't go to the bamboo forest in Arashiyama (North/West) and then to Fushimi Inari (South). Do it on two separate days. They are literally on opposite sides of the town. You can use your time better if you minimize your travel time, especially if you don't have many days to spend. Kinkakuji (North) is pretty close to Arashiyama, so combine those. Gion is on the other side of town (Middle/East), combine that one with Kiyomizudera or Ginkakuji. Going anywhere early is a good tip though.
you could probably teach Japanese customs cause you lived it rather then just reading about it. I studied Japanese history so I'm glad that I got to see what I read about. Thanks Garth
so you just jumped around Kyoto in one single day? what's the rush? Also Fushimi Inari I'd recommend in the evening. Lack of people, wild animals and surreal atmosphere.
Great tips! Is it really manageable to to do all these in 1 day? Planning our trip for September... we will definitely take your advice to wake up early and make it to Bamboo Forest and Fushimi Inari. Thanks!
Hi great video we are going to kyoto on honeymoon tomorrow and wondered if u can remember which restaurant you went too for the shabu? Looked great thanks
Hello Gareth, I hv 2 questions for you : 1. Where's is the best place to rent a bike (balance between price and availability)? Is Kyoto Central station ok? 2. So if I'm using bicycle can I just leave the bike anywhere while I'm walking at the bamboo forest or Fushimi Inari shrine without worrying if someone steals my bike.?
MUHAMMAD KHAIRI AIMRAN you must not worry that someone stole your bike but one many places you are not allowed to leave your bike there. So you must be careful where it is allowed to leave your bike.
I rented a bike for 600yen per Day, e bike is 1000yen from my guest house Bike comes with wheel lock but yes you must only park at designated bike stops. Gion minami house is excellent to stay in Kyoto
I aso do the same, waking up early to have the spots for yourself. Is your Airbnb near to those places (in kyoto)? Cos it seems like its really a loong way to bike. :-) I'm thinking also of doing the same..aside frm saving some $$, u can have a glimpse of the sights you'll pass thru and have a quick stopover for a photo op hahahaha
Just a quick question...where did you stay in kyoto? I am planning on travelling solo in japan and kyoto is where i will mostly be..i wanna do that bike trip.
Do you have recommendations with bike rentals? Looks like most places around Kyoto station do a 6AM-6PM day rental. If you do the 5AM run to Arashiyama did you end up picking up the bike a day before and do a 2 day rent?
man, I'm here in Japan for so long (12 years) and didn't go to Kyoto yet! hope I have the opportunity while I live close (Aichi-ken), because I'm about to move to Shizuoka! have you ever climbed up the Fuji san? it is a challenging thing! I want to do that again (climbing up the Fuji san)!
