Japan
Day 5: Kanazawa to Kyoto
Today, you'll board the Shinkansen at Kanazawa Station for a 2.5-hour journey to Kyoto. After checking in at your hotel, you'll explore the Gion district and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Check in at THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto Karasuma Gojo
The first thing to do upon arriving in Kyoto is to drop off your bags and check in at THE POCKET HOTEL Kyoto Karasuma Gojo. This hotel offers private rooms with shared bathrooms at a great value of € 50 per night. If you're looking for something fancier, consider staying at Hyatt Place Kyoto.
It's about a 30-minute walk to your first stop in Kyoto.
Explore Kyoto’s geisha district
Start exploring Kyoto by strolling through the charming neighborhood of Gion, Kyoto’s main geisha district. The area is steeped in tradition and charm, and you'll fall in love with it in no time! Don't miss the Gion Tatsumi Bridge, our favorite spot in Gion.
Walk 10 minutes to your dinner spot of the day.
Dinner at Curry & Tempura Koisus
One of our favorite restaurants in Kyoto is Curry & Tempura Koisus, known for its delicious curry and tempura. 😉 We can honestly say this is the best curry we ever had! Plus, it’s quite affordable, with prices ranging from € 7 to € 10.
