Enjoying Your Trip

Kyoto is a city packed full of sightseeing locations and charm. We offer recommendations on enjoying your trip with S-PERIA HOTEL Kyoto as your home base.

Enjoying Your Trip with
S-PERIA
HOTEL Kyoto as Your Home Base

Day One
Day Two

Day One
Day Two

Day One

11:30

Arrive at Kyoto Station!

Take the Sanin Main Line (Sagano Line) from Kyoto Station and get off at JR Tambaguchi Station, the second stop. The hotel is located a 4-minute walk from Tambaguchi Station. Drop off your heavy luggage at the hotel and start enjoying some sightseeing!

12:00

First stop: Arashiyama

You can arrive at JR Saga Arashiyama Station from JR Tambaguchi Station in around 15 minutes. This stop is the classic sightseeing spot Arashiyama.

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Address: 11-1 Sagatenryujikurumamichicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 616-8373

Distance from hotel: 15 minutes by train from nearby JR Tambaguchi Station

12:10

Experience the traditional beauty of Kyoto at Kimono Forest

Move to Arashiyama Station on the Keifuku Electric Railroad and head to Kimono Forest. Enjoy the photogenic scenery where pillars lined with fabric dyed using Kyoto's traditional kyo-yuzen dyeing technique are clustered together like a forest.

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Address: 〒616-8384 20-2 Sagatenryujitsukurimichicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 616-8384

Tel: +81-75-873-2121

Distance from hotel: 15 minutes by train from nearby JR Tambaguchi Station and 8 minutes on foot

12:30

Cross the Togetsukyo Bridge, the symbol of Arashiyama

The Togetsukyo Bridge shows off a different view in each of the four seasons. After spending around 10 minutes crossing the bridge, it's time for lunch nearby.

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Address: 1-5 Sagatenryujisusukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 616-8384

Tel: +81-75-343-0548

Distance from hotel: 15 minutes by train from nearby JR Tambaguchi Station and 11 minutes on foot

14:00

Arashiyama Yusai-tei, a 150-year-old dyeing studio

Walk along the promenade along the Katsura River to Yusai-tei, a popular and stunning sightseeing spot.The mysterious sight of the symmetry reflected in the round windows is breathtaking.

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Address: Next to Shoraian, Arashiyama Yumeyusai, 1 Kanyuchinai, Sagakamenoocho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 616-8386

Tel: +81-75-881-2331

Distance from hotel: 15 minutes by train from nearby JR Tambaguchi Station and 16 minutes on foot

*Priority for tours is given to those who make reservations in advance.

15:05

Stroll along the bamboo forest path

The fantastic scenery of the towering bamboo forest is breathtakingly beautiful. Enjoy a relaxing stroll while feeling nature throughout your whole body.

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Address: Sagaogurayamatabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 616-8394

Tel: +81-75-343-0548

Distance from hotel: 15 minutes by train from nearby JR Tambaguchi Station and 13 minutes on foot

16:30

Check in

After enjoying Arashiyama to the fullest, check in to the hotel. You can choose your favorite amenities from the self-service amenity corner.

18:00

Enjoy Kyoto cuisine at Nishiki market and Pontocho street

For dinner, take a short stroll to Nishiki market, known as the kitchen of Kyoto. We recommend taking a nighttime stroll after dinner to enjoy the atmosphere of Kyoto.

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Distance from hotel: Nishiki market from bus stop Omiya Gojo to Shijo Takakura, 3 minutes on foot
Pontocho from bus stop Gojo Mibugawa to Shijo Kawaramachi, 3 minutes on foot

20:00

Recover from the fatigue in the large public baths

Return to the hotel and head to the public baths.Sweating in the mist saunas will refresh you after a long day of travel!

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Opening Hours: 16:00 - 1:00 / 6:00 - 10:00

Good night's rest

Sleep in your room

Enjoy a comfortable night's sleep in your spacious bed.Get rid of the day's fatigue to prepare for tomorrow.

Day Two

8:00

Start your day with a delicious breakfast

The breakfast buffet features a rich lineup of Japanese and Western dishes, allowing you to truly experience Kyoto. Charge up your energy with a healthy breakfast!

10:00

Check out

Check out of the hotel after getting ready to enjoy your second day in Kyoto.

10:20

Visit Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site

Take the bus to Nijo Castle, famous as one of the most well-preserved historical sites in Japan. No matter how many times you visit, the gorgeous architecture and interior design will overwhelm you with its beauty.

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Address: 541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 604-8301

Tel: +81-75-841-0096

Distance from hotel: From Bus Stop Horikawa Goji to Nijojomae, 1 minutes on foot

12:00

Have lunch and hunt for souvenirs around Gion

The Gion area offers a wide variety of dining options, boasting many trendy cafes and sightseeing spots. After enjoying lunch, you can go hunting for some unique Kyoto souvenirs.

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Distance from hotel: From Bus Stop Gojo Mibugawa to Gion.

13:00

Yasaka Shrine, the symbol of Gion

Yasaka Shrine, lovingly nicknamed "Gion-san," has nearly 20 shrines on its grounds and is full of things to see. It is a popular power spot that offers various benefits such as matchmaking and beauty.

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Address: 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 605-0862

Tel: +81-75-561-6155

Distance from hotel: From Bus Stop Gojo Mibugawa to Gion, 3 minutes on foot.

14:00

Head to Kiyomizu Temple, a staple of Kyoto

Eat your way down Ishibekoji and Nenenomichi, streets filled with Kyoto atmosphere. After walking up Nineizaka and Sanneizaka, you will arrive at Kiyomizu Temple. Enjoy the seasonal scenery of Kyoto from Kiyomizunobutai (the stage of Kiyomizu).

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