Fushimi-Inari Hike
The hike to the summit of Mount Inari-san is one of the most interesting short walks around Kyoto. It’s also the best way to see Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine.
Fushimi-Inari Hike
The hike to the summit of 233m Mount Inari-san and the pilgrimage circle around the shrines near the top is one of the most interesting short walks around Kyoto. It’s also the best way to see all of Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine.
Best Budget Hotels In Kyoto 2026
If you’ve got about US$100 to spend per night, you can get some surprisingly nice rooms in the city. Here are the best, well-located and clean budget hotels in Kyoto, all personally inspected. Plus a few modern capsule hotels and hostels!
How To Avoid Crowds And Lines In Japan
Crowds in Japan are back to pre-pandemic levels and the weak yen almost guarantees that they’ll only get worse. Luckily, with a little extra planning, you can avoid the crowds and lines in Japan almost entirely. Here are all the details.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo Premier
Right in the heart of Downtown Kyoto on Sanjo Street, which is one of the best shopping streets in the city, the Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo Premier is a strong choice in the middle budget hotel range.
Kyoto Vacation Checklist
For all the essentials, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
For ideas on how to structure your trip, see my list of Kyoto Itineraries
Here’s a comprehensive list of Things To Do In Kyoto for inspiration and to book ahead where necessary
Do you want help planning your Japan trip? My team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
See my one page guide on Where To Stay In Kyoto for the best neighborhoods and my top hotel picks in every price range
Consider staying in a Kyoto ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn. It’s a quintessential Japanese experience. My comprehensive Kyoto ryokan guide explains what to expect from a stay
There have been some superb new hotels opening in Kyoto in recent years – see Kyoto’s Best New Hotels for an overview
You can buy a Japan eSim SIM card or an unlimited data pocket wifi router online before you arrive in Japan for collection on arrival
View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
See if the Japan Rail Pass can save you money during your trip
Why it’s essential to have travel insurance for Japan
Travellers to Japan no longer need to supply proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. We have all the latest news on visiting Japan
Visiting Tokyo or Osaka too?
Don’t forget my companion websites InsideOsaka.com and TrulyTokyo.com for in-depth guides to these fascinating cities. There are also travel guides for Nara, Hiroshima and Miyajima, Kanazawa, and Takayama, along with Kobe and Yokohama.
Happy travels!
Chris Rowthorn