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APFR KYOTO
shopJapan, 〒604-0933 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, 二条通御幸町東入山本町439-1
Mystical Kyoto scents
View on Google MapsEdo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
attractionJapan, 〒184-0005 Tokyo, Koganei, Sakuracho, 3 Chome−7−1 内 都立小金井公園
Miyazaki confirmed finding inspiration for the film’s streets and buildings. Entry is 400 yen. Take the JR Chuo Line to Musashi-Koganei Station then a 5-minute bus to the park west gate. Almost no foreign tourists visit. Closed Mondays.
View on Google MapsMeiji Jingu
attraction1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan
Free thing to do in Tokyo
View on Google Mapsancōra, Ginza
shop6 Chome-4-8 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
A shop dedicated to fountain pens with a DIY fountain pen station.
View on Google MapsSagano Scenic Railway trolley train
attractionSagamizuohatogasu, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 610-0000, Japan
Located in the Arashiyama area.
View on Google MapsTokyo Tower
attraction4-chōme-2-8 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan
Famous but pricey, with long waits for the observation deck
View on Google MapsYasaka Shrine
attraction625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
Must-see temple
View on Google MapsWIFE & HUSBAND
cafe106-6 Koyamashimouchikawaracho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8132, Japan
Riverside picnic (reservation required)
View on Google MapsChikurin (bamboo forrest)
attraction17-17番地 Sagatoriimoto Adashinocho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8436, Japan
Quiet paths, no crowds, beautiful light through the bamboo. Located within Adashino Nenbutsu-ji Temple grounds, closes early, fewer tour groups. Arrive at or before opening for dreamy, empty-path photos — this is the secret to crowd-free bamboo shots. Hours: 9:00–16:00 (varies slightly by season). Cost: ~¥500 per person.
View on Google MapsOkochi Sanso Garden
attraction8 Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
Went here right after the Arashiyama bamboo forest
View on Google Maps% ARABICA Kyoto Arashiyama
cafe3-47 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385, Japan
My favorite coffee place and this Kyoto location is beautiful, located right in front of the Oigawa river
View on Google MapsLe Labo Cafe Kyoto Machiya
cafeJapan, 〒604-8016 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Shimokorikicho, 2丁目206番地
What you think of when you think Kyoto
View on Google MapsKyoto Wamen Yukichi Honpo
restaurantJapan, 〒604-8046 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Higashigawacho, 506-1
Legendary Wagyu Ramen
View on Google MapsChao Chao Gyoza - Sanjo Kiyamachi
restaurant117番地 Ishiyachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8002, Japan
Get gyoza & chicken wings @ Chao Chao Gyoza - Sanjo Kiyamachi
View on Google MapsSeto Inland Sea
attractionJapan
Area around Honshu Island and Shikoku with tons of small islands and coastal cities to explore. Really the perfect summer adventure.
View on Google MapsGinzan Onsen
attractionGinzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333, Japan
Taisho-era wooden ryokans line a narrow river, gas lamps light the stone streets after dark, and in winter the whole town disappears under snow. Day visitors are now restricted after 4pm without an advance entry ticket. To see it properly, stay overnight and book three to six months ahead.
View on Google MapsMount Wakakusa
attractionZoshicho, Nara, 630-8211, Japan
Free-roaming sacred deer and vast green space. Best time: Early morning or late afternoon
View on Google MapsTree
cafeJapan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 2 Chome−2−39 THE COURT 神宮外苑 1F
Art gallery, plant milk options available, vegan options, vegetable sandwich
View on Google MapsGOKAGO
cafe2-chōme-258 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
Great matcha, patio, go very early
View on Google MapsWacoal
shopJapan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−10−1 4F
Japanese lingerie brand with a variety of designs and sizes, custom designs available
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