Okazaki Travel Guide
Kyoto





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Popular places to visit

Heian Shrine
An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.

Eikan-do Temple
Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.

Nanzen-ji Temple
Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

Kyoto Municipal Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Kyoto Municipal Zoo during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
As a place that celebrates 20th-century contemporary art, this museum has innovative themes that are very different from traditional Kyoto culture.
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Top hotels in Okazaki

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
"It was a incredible stay ! Beautiful hotel, very kind staff… I have absolutely nothing negative to say. Thank you !"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
"Great Hotel and excellent service and spa!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Perfect location, wonderful experience, hot spring was unbelievable. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Room size was amazing, trust me this was one of the most spacious hotel rooms we stayed in our trip to Japan. Staff was super friendly, and the hotel was very clean"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Very clean! Excellent breakfast!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Everything was amazing absolutely no notes"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Okazaki

Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Shimogyo Ward
Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.






















