Kyoto, a city in central Japan, was the imperial capital for over a thousand years and remains a key center of Japanese culture, history, and religion. Known for its well-preserved temples, shrines, and traditional wooden houses, Kyoto is home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) and Fushimi Inari-taisha with its famous torii gates.
The city is also famous for its classical gardens, tea houses, and geisha district in Gion.
Kyoto is a center for traditional crafts such as kimonos, pottery, and lacquerware, and it plays a vital role in Japan’s cultural and spiritual life.
