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Only Rome has more designated World Heritage Sites than the former Japanese capital. This city of 1.5 million has a stunning array of temples and shrines, including Kinkaju, the Golden Pavilion, and... more » Only Rome has more designated World Heritage Sites than the former Japanese capital. This city of 1.5 million has a stunning array of temples and shrines, including Kinkaju, the Golden Pavilion, and the Ryoanji zen garden. Walk around Old Kyoto, through alleys of traditional narrow wooden houses, known as "houses for eels", to restaurant terraces along the River Kamo. The geisha quarter's Gion Corner offers glimpses into traditional arts, from puppetry to kyo-mai, dance performances by apprentice geisha. « less

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The Westin Miyako Kyoto

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earwig
Wellington, New Zealand
24 Jul 2008

After New Zealand's third world passenger rail, we enjoyed the punctilious efficiency, comfort and speed of Japan Rail's shinkansen getting from Tokyo to Kyoto. It took a bit of detective work to find...more

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BTownBackpackers
Burien, WA
24 Jul 2008

Our family of four was disappointed in our stay. I guess we fall in the same camp as TokyoGreg's review of last year. In it's defense, it was cheap, it was clean, and it was nice to have laundry...more

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Hyatt Regency Kyoto

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redgiraffehead
Los Angeles, CA
23 Jul 2008

The Hyatt is a terrific choice for Kyoto. The location is terrific - there is a temple right next door and a few sights within walking distance. The tourist bus/local bus stop is right out front and...more

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