Hidden Gems in Kyoto You Never Heard Of!

Hidden Gems in Kyoto You Never Heard Of!

Kyoto’s hidden gems you never knew existed. Pu. This is one of Kyoto’s oldest shrines that’s dedicated to the god of sake. Wow, how pretty is it here? Matsuisha is 1300 years old and it’s said that sacred spring water flows through the shrine. Sake brewers from all over Japan come for blessings. You can even take some home with you. Come for the Jubilee vibes and also explore the incredible stone garden. I can’t believe no one knows about this place. Did you know that there’s a bamboo park where you can have a bamboo forest all to yourself? This is not Arashyama. This is Kyoto Bamboo Park. You’ve got unlimited space for your Instagram shots. There’s even a bamboo museum. I never knew there were this many varieties of bamboo. Look at this one. It’s called a tortois shell bamboo. Ever wondered what French food is like in Japan? At restaurant Spontane, we were guided to a private room full of character with tranquil garden views. We ate our way through a full French course with homegrown ingredients. Have you ever seen a tomato soup that looks like this? You could taste the passion poured into each dish. This This is why you need to try French food in Japan. This is the Kyoto you don’t see in postcards.

You need these for your Kyoto itinerary ⬇️

1. Matsunoo Taisha Shrine

2. Kyoto Bamboo Park

3. Restaurant Spontane

Nishikyo is a corner of Kyoto we had NEVER heard of, and it’s so close to Arashiyama! Matsunoo Taisha shrine CANNOT be missed. It’s a 1300-year-old shrine dedicated to the god of sake.

Kyoto Bamboo Park is the perfect spot to capture photos without any crowds and you get to learn about bamboo at the same time.

And you might be asking – French cuisine in Kyoto? Why would I do that? Well, I bet you’ve never had French food inside a traditional Japanese home looking out into a tranquil garden before, where the vegetables are homegrown and the food is *chefs kiss*

Add these unique spots to your Kyoto travel itinerary for an unforgettable Japan trip ✌️#KyotoPartner

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