Kyoto
in Japan

Kyoto is the historic and cultural heart of Japan. You can find colourful shrines and samurai castles at every turn, and it is a welcome change from the bustle & lights of busy Tokyo.

how long to go for

a week

when to go

october, november, march, april, may

holidays

Coming of Age Day, National Foundation Day, The Emperor's Birthday, Vernal Equinox Day, Showa Day, Constitution Day, Autumnal Equinox Day

how to get there

Fly into Osaka International Airport (ITM) or Tokyo International Airport (HND) and take the train to Kyoto

how to get around

By subway, by bus, by bike, by taxi

nice to know

From the cherry blossom in the spring to the autumnal colours, the festivals in the summer to the celebrations in the winter, there is no bad time to visit this ever-changing city

local language

Japanese

currency

Yen

in an emergency

call 119

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Amam Dacotan Kyoto

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Amam Dacotan is one of the city’s most talked-about bakeries, and for good reason too. Known for its generous displays of breads and filled pastries, the selection ranges from savoury sandwiches to custard and red bean sweets, all extremely well executed. Everything is bite-sized, so it’s worth trying a few things. Expect queues at peak times so arrive early or mid-morning. Both the butter and anko (red bean) roll and apple kouign-amann are standouts, both indulgent but not gimmicky.

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