
Old towns & historic quarters
Higashiyama District
Kyoto, Japan
Higashiyama District in Kyoto, Japan, is a well-preserved historical area reminiscent of the Edo period. The narrow, cobblestone streets lined with traditional wooden machiya houses transport visitors back in time. Tea houses, small museums, and quaint shops await those seeking an authentic Japanese cultural experience.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Evening
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
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