An important Shinto shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates. Up the sacred Mount Inari is a great and easy hike to enjoy majestic views of Kyoto (start at Keihan Fushimi-Inari Station), make sure to go early to avoid the crowds. 

A dreamy intimate bar with an ultra-minimalist setting, let the owner Hironari Yanagino surprise you with his expert recommendations for sake, natural wines and speciality cocktails. What is more, they also serve truly excellent bite-sized dishes crafted from the finest ingredients.

As the oldest and largest temple in Kyoto the Tofuku-ji Temple should be on your go-to list. Each of the gardens bare a distinct style, from the striking rocks, to picturesque ponds, to the lush greenery. Be sure to check out the the view from the Tsutenkyo Bridge; especially during autumn foliage season when the maple leaves turn red and orange. 

Probably one of the most celebrated temples in Japan, called the "Pure Water Temple", it was founded in 780 at the Otowa Waterfall. It is perched on the lush wooded hills east of Kyoto.