Japan 2026

Places in this collection

1. The Hakone Open-Air Museum

   attraction

   1121 Ninotaira, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0493, Japan

   Outdoor museum with cool installations, spend more than an hour there

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2. Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

   accommodation

   423番 Sujakucho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0901, Japan

   1-Minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station (Keihan Line), FREE late-night udon (9-10pm), FREE shuttle service to/from Kyoto Station, 15-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, modern Japanese design with 'Iki' aesthetic

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3. Draper Startup House

   accommodation

   530 Asakuracho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8074, Japan

   4-Minute walk to Nishiki Market, unbeatable location, rooftop terrace with city views, bar/lounge downstairs with live music, modern design - hotel vibe rather than hostel, excellent shared kitchen facilities

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4. La Collina Ōmi-Hachiman

   other

   615-1 Kitanoshocho, Omihachiman, Shiga 523-8533, Japan

   A unique mix of landscape and design, known for its living grass roof and focus on Satoyama restoration. They specialize in a souffle-like roll cake made with local eggs.

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5. Kiyomizu-dera

   attraction

   1-chōme-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

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6. Kōdaiji Temple

   attraction

   Japan, 〒605-0825 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Shimokawarachō, 高台寺下河原町５２６

   Temple

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7. Kamigamo Shrine

   attraction

   339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8047, Japan

   Shrine

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8. Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple

   attraction

   １７番地 Sagatoriimoto Adashinocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8436, Japan

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9. neel nakazakicho

   cafe

   4 Chome-1-13 Nakazakinishi, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0015, Japan

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10. ARCHI coffee and wine

    cafe

    65-21 Mibutakahichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8824, Japan

    Coffee and wine

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11. Vermillion Cafe

    cafe

    5-31 Fukakusa Kaidoguchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0805, Japan

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12. ACTUAL KYOTO

    cafe

    20-2 Mibukayogoshocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8811, Japan

    Cute cafe next to the train tracks. Known for strawberry matcha and cheesecake.

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13. MON Gallery and Wine Bar

    bar

    Japan, 〒604-8325 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Kamiichimonjicho, 285 MONビルディング

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14. music bar Beatle momo

    bar

    Japan, 〒604-8016 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Shimokorikichō, ２０４−４ 啓和 ビル 2F

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15. BEE’S KNEES

    bar

    Japan, 〒604-0961 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Kamiyacho, 364 1F

    Hidden speakeasy

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16. Bar Alchemist

    attraction

    Japan, 〒604-8014 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Kashiwayacho, 170 かつやビル２F

    Amazing cocktails

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17. GOOD morning RECORD BAR

    bar

    90-7 Shincho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8001, Japan

    Fun bar with affordable drinks, a good vibe, and a DJ. Known for their donuts.

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18. Hikiniku to Come (Kyoto)

    restaurant

    363 Kiyomotochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan

    Both pretty popular, but honestly worth the hype

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19. Monk

    restaurant

    147 Jodoji Shimominamidacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8404, Japan

    Kaiseki style meal with pizza in place of rice, focus on hyperlocal ingredients, especially the incredible vegetables, all cooked in a stunning wood fired oven

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20. Gora Hanougi

    accommodation

    1300-681 Gora, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan

    Ryokan with hot springs, traditional yukata, multi course traditional Japanese kaisaki meal

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