Kyoto, Historical city in Japan
Kyoto is a city located in the central part of the island of Honshu, Japan.
It served as Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868.
Known for its preserved temples, gardens, imperial palaces, and traditional wooden houses, Kyoto embodies Japanese culture.
Easy to explore by bike or public transport, with a numerous tourist attractions scattered throughout.
It is one of the few cities in Japan that still has an abundance of prewar buildings.
Location: Kyoto Prefecture
Inception: April 1, 1889
Capital city: Nakagyō-ku
Population: 1463723
Website: city.kyoto.lg.jp
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Fushimi Castle, also known as Momoyama Castle, is a stunning Japanese castle located in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto.
The Kyoto Imperial Palace is the former ruling palace of the Emperor of Japan.
Ryōan-ji is a Zen temple located in northwest Kyoto, Japan.
Nishi Hongan-ji is a large temple complex with a variety of buildings and gardens.
Yasaka Shrine, also known as Gion Shrine, is a Shinto shrine in the Gion District of Kyoto.
Kitano Tenmangū is a Shinto shrine in Kamigyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.
Ninna-ji is a large temple complex featuring a variety of gardens and buildings, including a five-story pagoda.
Nanzen-ji, located in Sakyō-ku, is a historical treasure and major Buddhist site in Japan.
Iwashimizu Hachimangū is a prominent Shinto shrine located on Mount Otoko.
Heian Shrine is a large Shinto shrine located in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.
