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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Kyoto.Discover Kyoto's most popular experiences and best kept secrets - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - from exploring the sprawling temple grounds of Ninna-ji during cherry-blossom season, to delving into the world of comics at the Kyoto International Manga Museum, and digging into lunch at Yoshikawa for a plate of the best tempura in the city.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Kyoto travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Kyoto and connect experiences together with easeCreate your ideal trip with exciting Perfect Day itineraries with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, plus day trips from Kyoto so you can explore the surrounding areasGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including the gardens of Ginkaku-ji; Kyoto National Museum; and explore the sprawling temple grounds of Ninna-jiSpecial features on day trips from Kyoto, plus essays on Kyoto cultureExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Kyoto culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of KyotoCovers: Kyoto Station & South Kyoto; Downtown Kyoto; Imperial Palace & Around; Gion & Southern Higashiyama; Northern Higashiyama; Northwest Kyoto; Arashiyama & Sagano plus day trips to Nara; Osaka; Himeji; Kobe; Lake Biwa; Ohara; Kurama & Kibune; Miyama; Amanohashidate Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Kyoto.
About the Author
Tom Fay is a British writer who has been living in Japan since 2007. He has written extensively about the outdoors and travel in Japan, both online and in print for the likes of The Guardian, The Japan Times, Forbes Travel Guide, Japan Travel, Wanderlust Magazine and many other media outlets. He has a keen interest in mountaineering and landscape photography, and is the main author of the guidebooks 'Hiking and Trekking in the Japan Alps and Mount Fuji' (Cicerone Press, 2019) , and 'Hokkaido' (Bradt Travel Guides, 2024) . He also writes chapters for Lonely Planet and Fodor's Travel.
